The 4th of July Parade is an important annual event in Downtown Monterey. It's consistently the most fun, family-friendly way to celebrate our love for our community, our country, and the many joys of summer.

This event is presented by the small but mighty staff of the nonprofit Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) - the same staff that assists the Lighthouse District's business association (NMBA). But we can't do this event alone! Did you know it costs us $40,000 to put on the parade every year? (Yes, it blows our minds, too.) And when it comes to paying the bills for the parade, we can use all the help we can get.

Individual Donations

Would you like to make a tax-deductible donation to keep this beloved event going strong? The OMBA and our parade partner, the Old Monterey Foundation, now welcome donations by members of the community up to $249.

Simply make your check out to “Old Monterey Foundation” and mail it to:

Old Monterey Foundation
98 Del Monte Ave., Ste 201
Monterey, CA 93940

All Community Contributors will be recognized on the Old Monterey website in July. Let us know if you wish to remain anonymous.

Family Foundation Donations

Do you have a family foundation and want to make a tax-deductible contribution of $250 or more? Please visit this page and become a sponsor of the parade at any level.

The California primary election is June 2, 2026, and it's time to vote! A permanent Monterey County Elections ballot drop box for voters is installed at Monterey Public Library, available 24 hours a day until 8pm on June 2. The County will empty it on a regular basis. Just drop your ballot safely in the box at 625 Pacific Street.

To view a list of other ballot drop box locations in Monterey County, please click here. To check your voter registration status, please click here.

Hi All, our annual car show is coming up soon on Saturday, June 6th.

We're only halfway to the number of volunteers we need for an event of this magnitude. We need your help to make the event a fun and special day for all the guests coming to visit Downtown Campbell.

If you can give 3-4 hours of time and want to help represent this downtown, we still have needs at all positions, but especially at popcorn booth and street safety attendant positions.

You'll get a free t-shirt and our eternal gratitude for your help. To learn more about the positions and sign up please visit:
https://carshow.downtowncampbell.com/volunteer

The 4th of July Parade is an important annual event in Downtown Monterey. It's consistently the most fun, family-friendly way to celebrate our love for our community, our country, and the many joys of summer.

This event is presented by the small but mighty staff of the nonprofit Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA). But we can't do it alone! Did you know it costs us $40,000 to put on the parade every year? (Yes, it blows our minds, too.) And when it comes to paying the bills for the parade, we can use all the help we can get.

Individual Donations

Would you like to make a tax-deductible donation to keep this beloved event going strong? The OMBA and our parade partner, the Old Monterey Foundation, now welcome donations by members of the community up to $249.

Simply make your check out to “Old Monterey Foundation” and mail it to:

Old Monterey Foundation
98 Del Monte Ave., Ste 201
Monterey, CA 93940

All Community Contributors will be recognized on the Old Monterey website in July. Let us know if you wish to remain anonymous.

Family Foundation Donations

Do you have a family foundation and want to make a tax-deductible contribution of $250 or more? Please visit this page and become a sponsor of the parade at any level.

The Monterey Public Library, located at 625 Pacific Street in Downtown Monterey, is excited to announce that Monterey Public Library, Carmel Public Library, and Pacific Grove Library, while operated independently, are now sharing physical books, audio, and videos to patrons of all three libraries. This will allow community members to use their preferred library to access an expanded catalog of content.

Physical Content

Beginning May 6, 2026, Monterey library patrons will be able to request physical books, audio, and videos from Carmel or Pacific Grove libraries for pickup at the Monterey Public Library, Bookmobile, or Library Lockers.

Likewise, physical items borrowed from Monterey, Carmel, or PG libraries can now be returned to the Monterey, PG, or Carmel libraries.

Digital Content

For eBooks and other digital library content, each library will continue to offer their own unique collections.

Free Library Cards for Californians

Carmel, Pacific Grove, and Monterey continue to allow any California resident to get a library card for free! Visit your local library to get a free library card.

Thank you to Monterey's newest 4th of July Parade business and organization sponsors!

Arts4MC, Arts Council for Monterey County
Carolyn B. Harris, Attorney at Law
Del Rey Car Wash
Monterey County Bank
Monterey Credit Union
Monterey Marriott
Peter Boggs, Realtor
Rosine’s Restaurant & Caffe by Rosine's
Team Beesley - KW Coastal Estates
U.S. Bank

Interested in becoming a parade sponsor? Learn more here.

The Monterey 4th of July Parade is a production of the Old Monterey Business Association.

Skip the Circling. Downtown Campbell offers 1,000+ free off-street public parking spaces. The First Street Garage is conveniently located just 2 blocks from the center of Downtown and typically has available spaces – even during peak times.

Downtown Campbell offers:

• Two well-lit public garages
• Multiple surface lots
• Free parking
• EV charging
• VTA Light Rail station
• Bike lockers and racks

Download a Copy of this Map

Play Full Ground is excited to announce that our Afterschool Co-Creation Studio for middle and high school students has begun at 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite E in Monterey. Registration is ongoing, and students can start at any time. Learn more here.

Free Trial Session for New Students

We're now offering free trial sessions for potential new students, giving you a chance to explore the environment, learn about the studio, and discover the creative possibilities! Email Mai Ryuno for details.

About the Afterschool Program

Led by artist and educator Mai Ryuno, the Afterschool Co-Creation Studio is a space for students to come together, share ideas, and develop community-focused projects with their peers. Weekly meetings provide structure and guidance, while students are encouraged to take initiative, contribute their ideas, and shape the direction of projects.

In this program, Mai facilitates the meetings and mentors students through the process of collaborative project development, helping them plan, experiment, and reflect. Students have access to the studio outside of meetings to continue work, research, and explore creative solutions. The program aims to foster teamwork, leadership, and the development of young voices in meaningful, real-world contexts.

Monterey Core Fitness women's gym is excited to welcome our new 6am coach and personal trainer, Zehunna (Zay-Anna)...but you can call her "Z".

Z has been part of the Core Fit family for 2 years, putting in the work, hitting her goals, and constantly leveling up her strength and skills. She is an absolute powerhouse, and if you’ve ever caught one of her workouts, you already know.

But what makes her truly special? Her heart. Z genuinely cares, shows up for others, and is fully invested in helping you become your best self - and that’s exactly the kind of energy we’re building here at Monterey Core Fitness for the long run.

To sign up for a group class or make an appointment with Z for personal training, please visit the Monterey Core Fitness website. Our gym is located at 191 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Thank you to Monterey's newest 4th of July Parade sponsors!

BFS Landscape Architects
Cannery Row Company
Carmel Bach Festival
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Cooper-Molera Adobe

Interested in becoming a parade sponsor? Learn more here.

The Monterey 4th of July Parade is a production of the Old Monterey Business Association.