The Old Monterey Business Association welcomes OMBA members to the association's Monthly Business Meetup on the third Wednesday of every month, 9am-10am.

This is chance for OMBA members to chat casually, learn more about the association, and ensure your voice is heard in the district. RSVP and learn the meeting location by calling the office at 831-655-8070.

Carte Main Salon is bringing next-level color education to hair stylist professionals in Monterey. Join us on Wednesday, October 21, 10am-4pm, for an exclusive color class with celebrity colorist and educator Jaye Edwards .

Celebrate WineDown Wednesdays at Hula's Island Grill! Every Wednesday, 12pm-9:30pm, all bottles of wine and sake are offered at half off. You're welcome.

Every Thursday night, Vida Dance Co. offers Bachata and Salsa classes for all levels: Bachata class at 6:30pm, Salsa class at 7:30pm. Fee is $15 per class, or $25 for both.

Our studio is all about good vibes, good music, and community. Whether you've danced before or have no idea what you're doing (yet), you'll feel right at home here. It's just dancing, laughter, and a whole lot of fun.

Good Roots Events presents the Paseo Night Market on Fridays, 4pm-8pm, on the Alvarado Mall next to Portola Hotel & Spa.

The Night Market, beginning September 18, features 20 booths by local farmers, artisans, and food producers.

The Pearl Works coworking space is celebrating our fifth anniversary! Join us on Friday, October 23, 5:30pm-8:30pm, as we commemorate five incredible years of connection, creativity, and community. Whether you’re a long-time member or just curious about our space, everyone...

Join the City of Monterey for a casual Budget Brews Drop-In Session at Plumes Coffee House on Saturday, October 24, 10am-11:30am, to learn about the City's budget and share your feedback.

Can't make it to this session? There are...

Monterey State Historic Park invites you to join us for a free talk by Josie Iselin entitled “Art & Algae: An Artist’s Journey Into the Science of Seaweed and the Drama of the Kelp Forest" on...

Every Sunday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Zach Westfall Quartet beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

Fleet Feet Monterey hosts a Pub Run every Monday at 6pm. We'll begin and end at Out of the Barrel's beer garden. All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers Market is held on Alvarado Street every Tuesday, 4pm-8pm, featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors. Open rain or shine.

We're proud to be the winner of Monterey County Weekly's awards for Best Farmers Market 2025 and Best Place to See and Be Seen !

Pearl Hour presents the Al James Band on the last Saturday of the month at 8pm. Ages 21+ only. $10 cover.

Al James's rootsy, soulful delivery is flavored by a variety of influences - everything from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Wonder. His thoughtful, upbeat vocals and onstage charisma make for a great night of music.

831 INK offers a tattoo special on the first Friday of every month, 12pm-8pm. Tattoos are first come, first served (no trading sign ins). No cap on number of tattoos per person, $60 each. We'll have a lot of designs to choose from.

With five artists on hand, you'll have minimal wait times. Bring a friend along and make it a memorable time. View details here.

The Monterey Bay Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 8 beginning on Del Monte Avenue in Downtown Monterey. Start time is 7am. Learn more and register to run.

Slowfiber presents a Moyozashi Sashiko Stitching Workshop taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on Saturday, November 14, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

In this workshop, you'll create a template to mark the cloth, discover the best way to stitch lines in traditional Moyozashi style, and get help creating an effective color palette of threads.