Car Show Entry Page

To enter our 2026 Car Show, please go to our Car Show Registration Site at carshow.downtowncampbell.com.

Hi everyone, we're pleased to announce that we will begin taking entries for the 2026 Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show starting at 4pm on Friday, April 10th. The entry fee is $50 and includes a gorgeous black car show t-shirt.

Set your reminders and return to DowntownCampbell.com after 4pm on Friday, April 10th for a link to our 2026 Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show registration site. We've run out of space every year and we don't expect this year to be any different.

This year's show will take place on Saturday, June 6th, 2026. Please follow along on our Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show event page for details as everything unfolds.

The annual Bunnies and Bonnets Parade is this coming Saturday, April 4th and we still need a few more volunteers to help with parade safety positions. If you're available from 10:30am to 1:30pm this Saturday we could use a hand. Please send us an email at volunteers@downtowncampbell.com if you can help.

Looking for a fun Easter gift? I Heart You Candles and Gifts has cheerful Bunny Bags! They're small totes each containing a colorful plush bunny, a toy carrot, a plastic egg, a Ring Pop, candy Fun Dip, and a Bunny Hug - a tiny bunny in a box to comfort anxious hearts. Bunny Bags come in a variety of bright colors with small ornamental tags, and they are super cute.

Visit I Heart You at 482 Alvarado Street, Suite A in Downtown Monterey to pick up a Bunny Bag for your loved one, assembled with care by the shop's owner, Sherry. Open Monday - Saturday, 10am-5pm.

Did you know? The Hot Spot, Downtown Monterey's community art space, offers 6 different arts and crafts to enjoy making with friends and family of all ages at our studio at 458 Alvarado Street.

That's right! You can sit down together at a table, and each of you can choose to paint pottery, paint a blank canvas, create a mosaic, make a candle, design a fairy garden, or mix slime. (We recommend the slime for your little ones. They love it!)

Walk-ins and Reservations

For groups of 6 people, it's recommended to book a reservation in advance. Otherwise, just walk on in when we're open: Sun-Tue & Thu, 11am-7pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-8pm. (Closed Wednesdays).

Painting Pottery

Please be aware that pottery projects can't be taken home the same day you paint them - they need to be glazed and fired in our kiln before pick-up. But if you don't live nearby, we're happy to ship the finished product to you when they're done.

Monterey Hostel, located at 778 Hawthorne Avenue, is thrilled to announce that we are now a Certified California Green Business. This certification recognizes businesses that excel in sustainable practices like energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction, helping protect the future of the California coastline.

Now that we've achieved the Certified Level, we're already working toward the Innovator Level as we continue building sustainability into our daily operations.

A special thank you to our team member, Shelby (pictured here with the Hostel's Executive Director Ryan Oetting), for overseeing the certification process and helping guide the Hostel toward this important milestone.

Want to experience Monterey Hostel for yourself? Visit our website and book an overnight stay. Or, if you live in the neighborhood, stop by and say hello!

The excitement is just beginning for the Downtown Monterey 4th of July Parade! Join us as the City of Monterey proudly celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

This special event, organized in partnership with the Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation, will feature musical and performance artists, colorful floats, military units, community groups, civic leaders, and an anticipated audience of 20,000 people.

Parade Sponsorships

You're invited to be a part of this grand celebration as a valued sponsor with your 2026 tax-exempt donation. Your support helps make this milestone event possible!

Sponsorship levels range from $250 to $20,000. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business and engage with the community. Download the Parade Sponsorship Form and return it to the OMBA by May 31, 2026.

Please note: Checks must be received before May 31 to guarantee the organization will be named in print and advertising materials.

Questions? Call the OMBA office at 831-655-8070.

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsorship benefits include digital exposure with a link to your business, your business name or logo in print ads and materials, local press coverage, an opportunity for employee team building, and great community outreach to an anticipated 20,000 parade attendees. Learn more.

Update 4/6/26: The application period for the position has now closed. Thank you to all who have applied.

The Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) is seeking an Administrative Assistant, 18-20 hours per week. Essential responsibilities include event organization, data entry and reporting, community engagement, board meeting agendas and minutes, media affairs (press releases and outreach), basic office maintenance and organization, and Farmers Market support.

The Administrative Assistant's work will be assigned and supervised by the OMBA's Executive Director, Sabrina Hiltunen. Interested? Read the job description to learn more about the position and how to apply.

About the OMBA

The Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing and promoting the economic vitality and community spirit of Old Monterey. The OMBA holds a weekly Farmers Market on Alvarado Street and organizes events such as the 4th of July Parade and the Monterey Traditional Tree Lighting on Colton Hall Lawn.

The OMBA strives to maintain Downtown Old Monterey as a district with cultural and historical diversity, featuring a variety of dining options, retail stores, and entertainment that serve both residents and visitors throughout the year.

The excitement is just beginning for the Downtown Monterey 4th of July Parade! Join us as the City of Monterey proudly celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the United States.

This special event, organized in partnership with the Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation, will feature musical and performance artists, colorful floats, military units, community groups, civic leaders, and an anticipated audience of 20,000 people.

Parade Sponsorships

You're invited to be a part of this grand celebration as a valued sponsor with your 2026 tax-exempt donation. Your support helps make this milestone event possible!

Sponsorship levels range from $250 to $20,000. Don’t miss this opportunity for your business or family foundation to engage with the community. Learn more and sign up using the Parade Sponsorship Form Online and make your payment by May 31, 2026.

Please note: Checks must be received by May 31 to guarantee the organization will be named in print and advertising materials.

Questions? Call the OMBA office at 831-655-8070.

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsorship benefits include digital exposure with a link to your website, your business or family foundation's name or logo in print ads and materials, local press coverage, an opportunity for employee team building, and great community outreach to an anticipated 20,000 parade attendees. Learn more.

UPDATE: The survey has closed.

The Campbell Heritage Theatre has prepared an extensive list of acts that they're considering to host for a night of their 2026-27 concert season. There's something in here for everyone and they're asking for your help in choosing the performers.

Here's just a small sampling of what's in the selection queue:

• Keb Mo and Taj Mahal
• Tommy Emmanuel
• Depeche Mode Tribute Band
• Indigo Girls
• Los Lobos
• Pink Martini
• Spyro Gyra
• K-Pop Tribute Band
• Straight No Chaser
• Roseanne Cash
• Tanya Tucker
• Menopause the Musical
• Vienna Boys Choir
• Animaniacs Live

It's quite a list and if you fill out their survey, you'll be entered into a drawing to win two free tickets to an upcoming show.

The Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation are seeking volunteers for the annual 4th of July Parade in Downtown Monterey!

Parade Details

This old fashioned community parade, with marching bands, dancers, giant balloons, and community groups is a wonderful Monterey tradition that draws thousands of locals and visitors of all ages for a morning of family-friendly fun.

Volunteer Details

Volunteers will serve 8am-12pm on Saturday, July 4. As a volunteer, you may end up marching in the parade or placed along the route for crowd and parade control. Because of this, it is very important that you be able to walk a mile and stand for a few hours.

Interested? Fill out this short form and you'll be contacted by the Parade Volunteer Coordinator. If you have questions, please contact Sabrina Hiltunen at 831-655-8070.

Join Monterey's 4th of July Parade! Together as a community, we'll bring entertainment, excitement, and a whole lot of fun to Downtown Monterey on Independence Day.

The Old Monterey Business Association is now accepting applications to participate in the 2026 4th of July Parade, to be held at 10am on Saturday, July 4 in Downtown Monterey. Entries are required to be entertaining, creative, and exciting. We welcome bands, floats, drill teams, dance groups, equestrians, comical groups, etc.. Get creative and think outside the box!

Entry deadline is Friday, May 29, 2026. Fill out the parade entry form. Parade organizers will notify you via e-mail if your entry is accepted.

The Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation are seeking volunteers for our 4th of July Parade in Downtown Old Monterey!

Parade Details

This old fashioned community parade, with marching bands, dancers, giant balloons, and community groups is a wonderful Monterey tradition that draws thousands of locals and visitors of all ages for a morning of family-friendly fun.

Volunteer Details

Volunteers will serve 8am-12pm on Saturday, July 4. As a volunteer, you may end up marching in the parade or placed along the route for crowd and parade control. Because of this, it is very important that you be able to walk a mile and stand for a few hours.

Interested? Fill out this short form and you'll be contacted by the Parade Volunteer Coordinator. If you have questions, please contact Sabrina Hiltunen, OMBA Executive Director, 831-655-8070.

As reported in the Edible Monterey Bay Newsletter of March 17, 2026:

"The folks working to revive Monterey's historic Osio Theater are seeking a culinary partner to fill the space that used to house the much-missed Cafe Lumiere on Calle Principal. They are looking for an independent cafe, coffee roaster, baker and/or chef-operator interested in creating a welcoming gathering space serving artists, audiences, and the surrounding neighborhood.

"According to board member Olivia Russell, 'The concept is well suited for coffee, pastries, light meals and simple prepared foods that complement the creative atmosphere of the center.' Potential partners are asked to contact organizer Brant Wilkinson by March 27 with a short description of their brand, cuisine and experience."

**To our readers: Edible Monterey Bay's magazine and free email newsletter are a great source of information for local food lovers! Subscribe at the links.