• September 18-20 -- 52nd Monterey Jazz Festival
  Festival, Live Music: The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest running jazz festival in the world. It is held annually on the 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey Fairgrounds, located at 2000 Fairgrounds Road in Monterey. Over 500 top jazz artists performing on 9 stages spread throughout the festival grounds.
  Fee: $35 and upTime: Varies Phone Number: (831) 373.3366

• September 25 -- Harvest Wine Seminar
  Wine Education: Chateau Julien Wine Estate Join the Winemaker and embrace a new vintage of Chateau Julien wine. Over ten tons of grapes will be crushed, de-stemmed and prepared for aging followed by a family-style dinner in the Wine Estate’s cellar. 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
  Fee: $115 per person, $90 club membersTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.2600

Ongoing Events

• Ongoing -- Carmel Walks
  Historic: Discover the special charms of Carmel-by-the-Sea on a 2-hour guided walking tour thru secret pathways, hidden courtyards, award-winning gardens, and by enchanting fairytale cottages...the homes, haunts, and history of famous artists, writers, and movie stars. Learn about the spirit, characters, and customs that make Carmel unique.(Private group tours available upon request.) Meet in the courtyard of "The Pine Inn" on Lincoln Street at Ocean Avenue, Carmel
  Fee: $25Time: Sat 10 a.m. & 2 p.m./Tue-Fri 10 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 642.2700

• Ongoing Fridays & Saturdays -- Tor House and Hawk Tower Tours
  Historic: Docent-led tours of Tor House, Hawk Tower and the old-world gardens. No children under 12. Advance reservations required. 26304 Ocean View Avenue, Carmel
  Fee: $2-7Time: Hourly, beginning at 10 a.m. ending at 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.1813

• May 1 - September 1 -- Historic Garden Tours
  Receation: Take a fascinating tour of Monterey's best-kept secret. Learn about plant lore, identification, and uses. Tours begin in the Cooper-Molera Adobe courtyard and then proceed to the Stevenson House and (if time) Larkin House gardens. Please call for more information.
  Fee: Call for information.Time: Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 647.6204

• Mid-October through May -- Monterey Symphony Concert Series
  Live Music: The Monterey Symphony presents a 7 concert series from October to May at Sunset Center, Carmel and Sherwood Hall, Salinas. Please call us for additional details and ticket information.
  Fee: Varies by PerformanceTime: 3 p.m. Sundays; 8 p.m. Monday & Tuesday Phone Number: (800) 698.1138

• June 16 - September 3 -- Underwater Explorers at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
  Family Fun: Kids can get a fish-eye view of marine life as they don mask, regulator and dry suit and take the plunge in our Great Tide Pool for a surface SCUBA experience. Our certified dive staff will assist participants in the water and introduce them to the critters that live along the rocky shore. The small group size ensures a safe and educational adventure for everyone. No previous SCUBA experience is required, though you must have basic swimming skills. 886 Cannery Row, Monterey
  Fee: $79, plus admissionTime: 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m Phone Number: (831) 648.4800

• Daily -- Wild Things Public Tours
  Recreation, Family Fun: We'll meet you at the gate and take you on a one hour tour of our facility. Just show up...no need to call and no reservations needed. 'Meet & Greet' available after the tour for additional charge. 400 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: $10 Adults/$8 ChildrenTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901

• Every Sunday -- Library Sundays at Taste Morgan
  Wine Education: A unique opportunity to taste some older wines from Morgan's cellar. July 12th the 1994 Monterey Chardonnay, July 19th the 2002 Monterey Sauvignon Blacn & 1993 Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc and July 26th the 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay. 204 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel
  Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700

• Every Sunday -- Marina's Certified Farmers Market
  Market, Live Music: Fresh produce, baked and ethnic foods, educational workshops, children's activities and crafts. Rain or Shine. Marina Village Shopping Center, 215 Reservation Road
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 384.6961

• Every Tuesday -- Old Monterey Market Place
  Market: Arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries. Rain or Shine. Downtown Old Monterey
  Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. (ends at 7 p.m. in Winter) Phone Number: (831) 655.8070

• Ongoing Tuesdays -- Farmer's Market at The Barnyard
  Family Fun: Seasonal organic fruit, vegetables and flowers grace this fantastic outdoor farmer's market. The Barnyard, Carmel, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.8886

• First Wednesday of the Month -- World of Wine Series at Chateau Julien
  Wine Education: Join Chateau Julien Viticulturist & Winemaker Marta Kraftzeck as she explores the unique flavors of wine regions throughout the world during monthly wine tasting sessions at the Wine Estate. Call for information on a complete listing of the featured wine regions. 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
  Fee: $40 per person/$35 Club MembersTime: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.2600

• Ongoing Thursdays -- Historic Garden League Tours
  Historic: Docent-led tours of historic gardens, including Doud House, as featured in House Beautiful. Reservations are encouraged. Tours begin at the picket fence, 210 Olivier Street, Monterey
  Fee: $3.50 per personTime: 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 649.3364

• September 7 - 28 -- Thursday Night Music Series at Bargetto
  Live Music: Unwind from the work week and enjoy live music in our beautiful, creekside courtyard. Wine and appetizers available for purchase. 9/7 - "Connected", 9/14 - "Double Shot", 9/21 - "Ben & Drew", 9/28 - "Talking Trees". 3535 N. Main Street, Soquel, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 475.2258

• Ongoing Thursdays -- Monterey Peninsula College Certified Farmer's Market
  Family Fun: You;ll find a bountiful selection of produce, specialty items and beautiful plants and flowers at this bustling, fast-paced market. Monterey Peninsula College, 930 Fremont Street, Monterey
  Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 728.5060

• July 6 - September 21 -- Jazz at the Plaza Summer Series
  Live Music: Carmel Plaza presents the 2nd annual Jazz at the Plaza! This year, Carmel Plaza has partnered with The Monterey Vintners & Growers Association and will be showcasing a different local winery every Friday, in addition to a very talented local jazz band line-up.
  Fee: Music free; wine & cheese tasting $15Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.0138

• Every Friday -- Fromage Fridays at Taste Morgan
  Food & Wine Education: Whether you're winding down from a work week or winding up for a great weekend, Friday afternoons are for fun! At Taste Morgan, we believe Fridays are for Fromage (cheese) -- paired with marvelous wines and good company, of course! Drop in and enjoy a special cheese sampling paired with your tasting of Morgan and Lee Family Farm wines. 204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
  Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700

• Every Second Saturday of the month -- San Juan Bautista Gallery Walk
  Exhibition: Art Galleries and supporting shops and restaurants are open to 7 p.m. every second Saturday of each month. Wine and appetizers are available at Galeria Tonantzin, 115 Third Street from 5-7 p.m. Meet artists and enjoy historical San Juan Bautista.
  Fee: Free to the publicTime: Galleries open from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: Galeria Tonantzin (831) 623.2783

• June 3, June 3; Saturday and Sunday: June 16 through September 2 -- Fishing for History: A Cannery Row Walking Tour
  Historic, Recreation: Past and present meet as we journey from the days of Monterey's native Rumsien/Ohlone people through the boom times that made Monterey the "Sardine Capital of the World". Along the way we'll share stories of the diverse communities and early marine scientists who contributed to the rich culture of Cannery Row. Monterey Bay Aquarium , 886 Cannery Row, Monterey
  Fee: $20 plus aquarium admissionTime: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 648.4800

• Every Saturday -- Oldtown Certified/Organic Farmers' Market
  Market: Enjoy live, family entertainment every week. Produce, flowers, international, bakery and specialty foods, arts, crafts, jewelry and gifts. Across from Maya Cinemas and the National Steinbeck Center, Salinas
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 776.5540

• First Friday of the Month -- First Fridays Art Walk Oldtown Salinas
  Celebration: Experience art of all shapes, sizes and mediums, live entertainment and light refreshments throughout Oldtown.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 758.9126

• First Saturday of the Month -- Purrrfect Projects Tours at Wild Things
  Family Fun: Wild Things invites kids and families to join us to participate in creating a fun arts and crafts project with a private tour afterwards. Craft projects are typically aimed at age groups between 4 and 11 years. 400 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: $20 Kids(incl. craft)/$15 AdultsTime: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901 ext 3

• TBA -- 2nd Annual Harvest Bash
  Celebration: Come celebrate the end of Crush with us! Barrel taste new vintages, sample our award winning wines, and snack on hor d'oeurves while enjoying the fall season. All ten of the Monterey's River Road Wine Trail tasting rooms are participating in this event.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 478.4946

• TBA -- Monterey County Artists' Studio Tour
  Exhbition, Reception: Monterey County Artists' Studio Tour is a self guided tour with a grand opening on Sept. 26 at the Pacific Grove Art Center from 7-9PM. Artists will have their studios open from 10AM-5PM on Sept. 27 - 28.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 659.5003

• TBA -- Greek Festival by the Monterey Bay
  Festival: Labor Day Weekend at the Monterey Custom House Plaza by Fisherman's Wharf. Enjoy authentic Greek food and pastries, live Greek music, dancing and fun. Taverna night on Saturday and Sunday evenings 7 – 9:30 pm with music, dancing and Greek appetizers.
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 424-4434

• TBA -- Capitola Art & Wine Festival
  Festival: The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines art, wine, music & food all in Capitola Village by the Sea. Over 185 artists and 16 wineries will participate in this year's Festival. Enjoy great entertainment both days on 2 stages.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831)475.6522

• TBA -- California International Airshow
  Exhibition: Top air performers and ground exhibitions. Salinas Municipal Airport, Salinas, CA
  Fee: $16 in advance, $19 at the gateTime: Call for schedule Phone Number: (888) 845.SHOW

• TBA -- 15th Annual Chili Cook-off
  Celebration, Benefit: Professional and amateur Chili maker's competing for the awards of Best Amateur Cook, Best Professional Cook and the People's Choice Award. Raffle, music, wine and other bites will also be a part of the festivities. Held at Holman Ranch. Fundraiser for the Carmel Valley Chamber of Commerce.
  Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 659.4000

• TBA -- 4th Annual Jazz with Steinbeck
  Benefit, Live Music: The 4th Annual Jazz with Steinbeck event will offer fans an exclusive supper club evening in support of Monterey Jazz Festival's Jazz Education Programs and the National Steinbeck Center's Youth Programs. This intimate, one-of-a-kind jazz experience promises to have a magical energy all its own, and is limited to 160 people. National Steinbeck Center, Salinas
  Fee: Call for information & ticketsTime: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 775.4723

• TBA -- Carmel Valley Rancher's Days
  Celebration, Family Fun: Re-organized for 2008, Carmel Valley Ranchers Days is now a two-day format with more events for the whole family. From working ranch hands to recreational riders to shutterbug spectators, there's something for everyone at the 2008 Carmel Valley Ranchers Days! At the Trail and Saddle Club on East Garzas Road.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 620.6771

• TBA -- Festa Italia
  Festival: For 75 years, the Sicilian fishermen who helped make Monterey's fortune venerated Santa Rosalia. Today they celebrate Festa Italia with a parade, blessing the fleet, and much more. Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for Information Phone Number: (831) 238.6740

• TBA -- Carmel-by-the Sea's Annual Great Sandcastle Contest
  Family Fun: Come down to Carmel Beach and join your friends, Family, and neighbors from near and far and build a wonderful sand castle, big or small! Registration takes place right on the beach the morning of the event and judging begins around Noon that afternoon.
  Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 620.2020

• TBA -- Fiesta de San Carlos Borremeo
  Festival: Annual festival with a Mexican-Spanish flair at the Carmel Mission. Food, wine, vendor booths and entertainment. Rio Road & Lasuen Drive, Carmel, CA
  Fee: Call for information.Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (831) 624.3600

• TBA -- NatureSweet Carmel TomatoFest
  Festivals: The 17th Annual NatureSweet Carmel TomatoFest, "America's Favorite Tomato Festival", will be held at the spectacular countryside setting of Quail Lodge Resort, 8205 Valley Greens Drive in Carmel. Featuring a tasting of more than 350 tomato varieties from around the world, outdoor BBQ, tomato dishes created by 60 of America's best chefs, a tasting of 100 of CA's finest wines, chef & gardening demonstrations, "Salsa Showcase," a tasting of 100 best tomato salsas from around the U.S., "The International Olive Oil Tasting" featuring extra virgin olive oils from 8 countries & the best of CA, live music & dancing. Net proceeds donated to several youth charities. Rain or Shine.
  Fee: $85 advance, $95 at the doorTime: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 965.4827

• TBA -- Old Monterey Seafood & Music Festival
  Festival, Live Music: Live bands from Rock, Reggae, Latin to Jazz all weekend at the Custom House Stage. Fresh local seafood, live music, local artisans, arts & crafts, and over 90 vendors will fill the Custom House Plaza!
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 655.8070