7 events found.
Welcome to our arts event calendar! This calendar supports arts programs and events in Monterey County. Find your next creative adventure, or submit your event to be added here upon approval.
Ongoing
At the Ocean’s Edge, an Artist Asks Us to Look Closer
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History 165 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove,
Free – $15
Week of Events
Art Show: Birds in the Landscape
Come see new paintings from local artist Morgan Lewis aka Ripple in the Wild, on display at The Ship's Store in Moss Landing from August 29th through October 11th. Birds in the Landscape is a fundraiser art show for Monterey Audubon Society, featuring original paintings exploring the dynamic between birds and local coastal habitats. Join […]
Free
Creative Research Lab
Creative Research Lab is an 8-week studio residency for teens ages 13–19 at Play Full Ground's Dream Lab in Monterey. Through guided inquiry, creative experimentation, group critique, and one-on-one mentorship, participants develop an original project rooted in their own interests, questions, and artistic practices. The program supports emerging artists, makers, and creative thinkers in deepening […]
At the Ocean’s Edge, an Artist Asks Us to Look Closer
In “On the Edge of the Pacific,” Monica Loncola brings the life of the Monterey Bay tideline — chitons, kelp holdfasts, urchin shells and more — to the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, Sept. 16 through Jan. 3 While meandering along the ocean’s edge, people often step over mussel shells, barnacles, broken crustaceans, bull […]
Free – $15
Monday, October 5, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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October 7, 2026 -Toddler Gymnastics
Toddler Gymnastics
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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October 8, 2026 -Make & Take Crafts
Make & Take Crafts
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
Friday, October 9, 2026
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October 9, 2026 -Miss Sarah Sunshine
Miss Sarah Sunshine
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
Saturday, October 10, 2026
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October 10, 2026 -Pinnacles Film Festival 2026
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October 10, 2026 -Seas the Summer
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October 10, 2026 -Carmel Art Walk
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October 10, 2026 -Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium
Pinnacles Film Festival 2026
Join us for the inaugural Pinnacles Film Festival on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at King City Cinemas. Set against the breathtaking landscapes of Monterey County, this one day celebration of independent film brings together filmmakers, artists, and audiences for an inspiring cinematic experience. Discover a diverse lineup of films from emerging and independent creators, connect […]
Seas the Summer
Join the Western Flyer Foundation for Seas the Summer, a free community event series taking place every Saturday and Sunday from August 1 through September 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along the Moss Landing waterfront. Enjoy a variety of hands-on art and science activities, free docked tours of the historic Western Flyer and […]
Free
Carmel Art Walk
Founded and run by local artists, the Carmel Art Walk is a free and family-friendly event. Support our local artists and keep the HEART of Carmel beating strong! Carmel Art Walk is the second Saturday every month from 4pm-7pm and is open to the public. Tour artist-owned galleries and meet the artists who carry on […]
Free
Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium
Pacific Grove Public Library hosts a monthly reading by poets from Central California and beyond, organized by the Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium. Enjoy all styles of poetry, created fresh by local poets. Sept. 13: Avery Burns and Lee Knight Jr.; Oct. 11: Chrissy Hernandez and Brandi Kary.
Free
Sunday, October 11, 2026
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October 11, 2026 -Seas the Summer
Seas the Summer
Join the Western Flyer Foundation for Seas the Summer, a free community event series taking place every Saturday and Sunday from August 1 through September 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along the Moss Landing waterfront. Enjoy a variety of hands-on art and science activities, free docked tours of the historic Western Flyer and […]
Free