Events Calendar: 2023-02-01

Play Kahoot! Trivia at Nacho Bizness

 
2/1/23
 
 
Nacho Bizness

Come on down to Nacho Bizness on Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm, for Kahoot! Trivia Night. Eat nachos, drink drinks, win prizes, and have fun.

Every Wednesday, there are 3 rounds of trivia followed by a speed round⁠. After each round, small prizes are awarded. At the end, all scores are added and the person with the most points wins the big prize⁠.

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
2/1/23
 
 
Pearl Hour

Every Wednesday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Ben Herod Trio beginning at 7pm. Ages 21 and over only.

Karaoke at Bulldog Sports Pub

 
2/1/23
 
 
Bulldog Sports Pub - CLOSED

Join Bulldog Sports Pub for karaoke every Wednesday night at 9pm. Come on down and sing your heart out.

Trivia Night at The Whisky Club

 
2/2/23
 
 
The Whisky Club Monterey

The Whisky Club and Monterey Bay Trivia present Trivia Night on the first and third Thursdays of every month, 5pm-7pm. Come and join us for drink specials, small bites, and fun. Prizes include exclusive merchandise, gift certificates, and more.

Teams of up to 4 people and solo players are welcome. You can even create a team with other people here when you arrive.

Open Mic Night at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
2/2/23
 
free
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Come to Bon Ton L'Roy's every Thursday, 7pm-10pm, and share some music at our Open Mic Night. Join this friendly, supportive group of people for a fun, low-key evening of originals and covers and make some new friends.

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
2/3/23
 
free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Come celebrate the weekend with Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street with extended hours and free access to the galleries every First Friday of the month, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy an evening of art, music, and community gathering.

House Music Night at Pearl Hour

 
2/3/23
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

YASSS Monterey presents I Love House Music at Pearl Hour on the first Friday of every month, 7pm 'til whenever. Join us for a musical journey through the history of disco and house music featuring DJ Kenny Summit. Cover charge is $10.

Back Lot Poetry: A Monthly Open Mic at Old Capitol Books

 
2/3/23
 
 
Old Capitol Books

We know that some of you have been fantasizing about gathering in dark parking lots. With strangers. To read poetry. Let Old Capitol Books help you with that.

We hold monthly Poetry Open Mic Nights on the first Friday of every month at 9pm in the parking lot behind our building (at 499 Calle Principal). Hosted by Brian Sheffield.

Saturday Morning Fun Run at Fleet Feet Monterey

 
2/4/23
 
Free
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Everyone is welcome to join Fleet Feet Monterey on our Saturday Morning Fun Runs. Every Saturday we meet at the shop at 8am and take 15 minutes to socialize before we get moving. This free program is for people of all ages and abilities. All are welcome - the more, the merrier! Run or walk as you wish.

Nature Wonderland: Free Family Fun Day at Monterey Museum of Art

 
2/4/23
 
free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art presents a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, February 4, 11am-3pm. Drop by the Museum for an afternoon of art making and exploration.

Participants of all ages will enjoy an afternoon of nature-inspired artmaking and exploration with special guests, exhibiting artists Elizabeth Barlow and Susan Manchester.

Meet Artist France Ruhnke at Venture Gallery

 
2/4/23
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist France Ruhnke in person on Saturday, February 4, 3pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view her new exhibit, Metamorphosis , and speak with her to learn more about her beautiful work.

Ruhnke layers vibrant and soft colors and creates brilliant effects with handmade butterflies and flowers sewn on the canvas and ornamented with gold and brass filaments.

Downtown Campbell Weekly Farmers' Market

 
2/5/23
 
 
Downtown Campbell

The Campbell Farmers' Market held on Sundays in Downtown Campbell is consistently rated as one of the best if not the best year-round Farmers' Markets in the South Bay. Come and enjoy the festive and vibrant community oriented atmosphere that attracts fans of the Campbell Farmers' Market from all around.

Poetry Workshop at Old Capitol Books

 
2/5/23
 
$10
 
Old Capitol Books

On the first Sunday of every month, 6pm-8pm, Old Capitol Books and Boukra Press host a poetry writing workshop. All levels are welcome. This is two hours of facilitated and structured poetry writing for only $10. Feedback given by trained and published poets.

Sunday Jazz Nights at Pearl Hour

 
2/5/23
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

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

Pub Run with Fleet Feet and Fieldwork Brewing

 
2/6/23
 
 
Fieldwork Brewing Company - CLOSED

Fleet Feet Monterey hosts a Pub Run every Monday at 6:00pm. We'll begin and end at Fieldwork Brewing Company. All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

Succulent Heart Shaped Cork Planter Workshop

 
2/7/23
 
$58
 
Tessora's Barra di Vino

Tessora's Barra di Vino along with Michelle from The Succulent Bar welcome back our heart shaped cork and Succulent planter workshop. These Heart Shaped Planters are 10 x10 inch in size and definitely a unique conversation piece!

Slowfiber: Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine

 
2/8/23
 
$95
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, February 8-22. Space is limited - please register online . Fee is $95.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of instructor Jaki Canterbury.

Five Friends Tap Takeover at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

 
2/10/23
 
 
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

A few friends from out of town are stopping at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill before heading up to San Francisco Beer Week festivities and well...they're bringing beer! Join us on Friday, February 10, 5pm-9pm in the Beer Garden out back for a complete tap takeover of five West Coast breweries.

Songbird Meadow at Puma Road

 
2/10/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Songbird Meadow . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Rollin' With The Homies

 
2/10/23
 
$20 - $30
 
Cloud City Supply
Looking for a fun and different pre-Valentine's Day date night? Or an early Galentine's night out? Cloud City Supply has you covered with our first ever Rollin' With The Homies class.

Doobie. Blunt. Spliff. Toke tube. Whatever you...

Jazz Funk Night at Pearl Hour

 
2/10/23
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents late night libations accompanied by jazz and funk music on the second Friday of every month at 10pm.

Valentine Fun Run/Walk 10K, 5K & Kids' Dash

 
2/11/23
 
$25-$45
 

Spread the love at Campbell's 46th annual Valentine 5K Fun Run/Walk!

Join us with your sweetheart , family, and friends for a hearty run/walk to start your Valentine weekend.

Momstera Lounge 1 Year Anniversary Celebration

 
2/11/23
 
Free
 
Momstera Lounge

It’s our 1 year anniversary this weekend & we are celebrating this Saturday, February 11 by encouraging you to shop local and support your local artists

In addition, it is also Valentine's Day weekend and we are ready for...

AFKxp Video Game Swap Meet

 
2/12/23
 
FREE
 
AFKxp Tech and Game Center

Buy, sell, trade video games, tabletop games, related gaming items at the AFKxp Game Swap. Vendors will have all kinds of games and other collectible items available for purchase. FREE, all ages welcome

Watch the Big Game at Peter B's

 
2/12/23
 
 
Peter B's

Peter B's Brewpub invites you to watch the big game with us on Sunday, February 12. We'll be opening early at 2pm and will remain open until 10pm that day so you don't miss a moment.

Watch the Big Game at Britannia Arms

 
2/12/23
 
 
Britannia Arms of Monterey - CLOSED

Britannia Arms of Monterey invites you to watch the big game with us on Sunday, February 12. Kick-off is at 3:30pm, but get here early for the best seats.

We have massive TV screens for a great viewing experience plus delicious food, cold beer, a free drawing for prizes, and free half half-time hot dogs.

Sherita Perez at Puma Road

 
2/12/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Sherita Perez . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Sherita Perez writes and...

MY Museum: Valentine's Membership Special 2023

 
2/13/23
 
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Monterey County Youth Museum loves our members! And Valentine's week, February 13-17 only, we're offering you two free additional months of membership when you purchase a 12-month membership or renew your 12-month membership.

No code is necessary; ...

Celebrate Valentine's Day at Jacks Monterey 2023

 
2/14/23
 
 
Jacks Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa invites you to celebrate Valentine's Day at Jacks Monterey on Tuesday, February 14, 4pm-10pm. Start your evening with a drink in the cozy fireside bar followed by 4-course prix fixe dinner at the restaurant. ...

Celebrate Valentine's Day 2023 at Esteban Restaurant

 
2/14/23
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

Esteban Restaurant invites you and your loved one to join us in celebrating Valentine's Day on Tuesday, February 14, 4:30pm-8:30pm. Our romantic 5-course prix fixe dinner is $90+ per person; our wine pairing menu will be available for an additional...

Valentine's Day with Fondue at Tessora's

 
2/14/23
 
 
Tessora's Barra di Vino

Please join us for a very special Valentine's Day! We will be serving our special cheese Fondue for two this evening as well as our chocolate dessert fondue in addition to our regular menu.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Dave Holodiloff Duo at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
2/14/23
 
$20
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents a Valentine's Day performance by the Dave Holodiloff Duo, featuring Dave Holodiloff (mandolin, vocals) and Elijah McCullar (violin). Cover charge is $20. Advance reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Monterey State of the City Address 2023

 
2/15/23
 
free
 
Monterey Conference Center

The City of Monterey presents the 2023 State of the City Address featuring Mayor Tyler Williamson and City Manager Hans Uslar on Wednesday, February 15, 6pm-7pm at Monterey Conference Center on the 3rd floor in Steinbeck Room 1. You may also watch the address via Zoom .

Winter Lecture Series featuring Peter Hiller

 
2/15/23
 
FREE // $25
 
Monterey History and Art Museum at Stanton Center

Monterey History and Art Association proudly presents the first installment of their 2023 lecture series featuring the distinguished Peter Hiller, author, historian, and Jo Mora Collection Curator for the Monterey History and Art Association, as he...

Trivia Night at The Whisky Club

 
2/16/23
 
 
The Whisky Club Monterey

The Whisky Club and Monterey Bay Trivia present Trivia Night on the first and third Thursdays of every month, 5pm-7pm. Come and join us for drink specials, small bites, and fun. Prizes include exclusive merchandise, gift certificates, and more.

Teams of up to 4 people and solo players are welcome. You can even create a team with other people here when you arrive.

Date Night at Pearl Hour

 
2/16/23
 
$5
 
Pearl Hour

YASSS Monterey presents Date Night at Pearl Hour on the third Thursday of every month, 6pm-1am. Enjoy an eclectic mix of 80s and 90s jams - funk and feel-good music to feed your soul, curated by DJ Kenny Summit. $5 cover.

Matt Masih at Puma Road

 
2/17/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Matt Masih. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

DJ Hanif Wondir at Pearl Hour

 
2/17/23
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour welcomes DJ Hanif Wondir on Friday, February 17 at 8pm. Come enjoy an exciting set with live projection mapping (a.k.a. trippy visuals) designed by Hanif to accompany his genre-crossing musical experience. Cover charge is $10.

Stephen Marley with Special Guest Mike Love at Golden State Theatre 2023

 
2/17/23
 
$34-$71
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents Grammy Award winning musician Stephen Marley with special guest Mike Love on Friday, February 17, at 8pm. Tickets are $34-$71; to purchase, please click here .

The second son of Bob and Rita Marley, Stephen Marley has proven himself to be an affecting vocalist, a versatile lyricist, and an accomplished instrumentalist with a talent for effortlessly blending reggae with soul, hip hop, and electronic beats.

Sherita Perez at Puma Road

 
2/18/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Sherita Perez . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Sherita Perez writes and...

Make a Mug Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
2/19/23
 
$150
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Make a Mug Workshop, 2pm-4pm. Please register on our website.

In this workshop you'll learn how to make a mug using the slab-building technique. Emphasis will be placed on making a functional mug that feels nice in your hand and feels good to drink from. Some experience with clay would be helpful, but no experience is necessary.

Paint and Sip at Sovino Wine Bar

 
2/19/23
 
$40
 
Sovino Wine and Beer Bar

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant presents a Paint and Sip Class ! This afternoon, local artist and retired art teacher Bunny Paivine will be teaching an easy-to-follow painting class. You’ll take home your own 11 x 14 canvas painting. Fee is $40, advance registration required. All materials and instruction are included. Wine is extra.

Peter Martin and Zach Westfall at Puma Road

 
2/19/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents jazz guitarist Peter Martin and bassist Zach Westfall. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

King Trivia Sundays at LvL Up

 
2/19/23
 
Free
 
Lvl Up

Calling all Trivia Sharks. Sunday night at LvL Up is your night. Come compete in weekly team trivia for prizes!

Quilt Square of the Month Club Begins at Slowfiber

 
2/22/23
 
$200
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber's Quilt Square of the Month Club for beginning quilters starts on Wednesday, February 22, 10:30am-1:30pm, and continues monthly through May.

If you are new to quilting or just need some help with the minutiae of machine piecing then get in here! We'll be stacking skills each month and making 6-inch quilt blocks.

Make a Seashell Dish Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
2/23/23
 
$80
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Make a Seashell Dish Workshop on Thursday, February 23, 6pm-7:30pm. Fee is $80. Please register on our website.

Looking for an easy and fun project to do in an evening with your pals? This workshop is for you! Students will make a seashell-inspired dish. Students can choose from the shell templates and examples provided and make their preferred shape. Casey will guide and help students along the way.

Beyond Bullwhip Days: an Artist Reception at Stanton Center

 
2/23/23
 
FREE
 
Monterey History and Art Museum at Stanton Center

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center features the work of local artist Germain Hatcher February-April. Her exhibit, "Beyond Bullwhip Days," is Hatcher's attempt to resurrect, reconstruct, and remember history as it was and is, in its rawness and layered beauty.

A free artist reception will be held on Thursday February 23, 6pm-8pm. Reserve your spot here.

Monthly Bingo Night at LvL Up

 
2/23/23
 
Free
 
Lvl Up

Play Bingo for prizes at monthly Bingo Nights at LvL Up! Great Prizes Every Round! No Cost to Play.

Linda Arceo at Puma Road

 
2/24/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Linda Arceo . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Linda Arceo is an...

OURstory: The Black History Musical Experience at Golden State Theatre 2023

 
2/24/23
 
$25-$50
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents OURstory: The Black History Musical Experience for one night only. Written by the Billboard charting artist Griot B, this show will take you on a journey through time where you'll learn about American history from pre-colonization to the 1930s.

Listen to the bass bump, the treble tremble, and the rhymes recited and leave this show educated, uplifted, and entertained. Purchase tickets here .

Pearlesque Burlesque Show at Pearl Hour

 
2/24/23
 
$15
 
Pearl Hour

The Carmel Delights and a star-studded cast bring burlesque and vaudeville to the Monterey Coast in partnership with Pearl Hour, serving you a speakeasy vibe with delicious craft cocktails and an all-inclusive environment. Ages 21 and over only. $15 cover...

Red Engine Rides at MY Museum

 
2/25/23
 
$25
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

MY Museum invites you and your children ages 3+ to join us on Saturday, February 25, as we partner with Red Engine Rides for a cruise around town. We're offering 15 minute rides in an open-air fire engine for $25 per person. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Rides depart every half hour, 9:30am-11:30am. Advance reservations required.

Kid's Outdoor Hero Run and Obstacle Course 2023

 
2/25/23
 
$20
 
Colton Hall Lawn

The Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation presents a Kid’s Hero Run and Obstacle Course on Saturday, February 25, 10am-2pm in front of Colton Hall. Fee is $20 per child - register online here . At the event, participants will run through a city block lined with blow-up obstacle courses and meet local firefighters.

Current Comics Toy and Collectibles Sale

 
2/25/23
 
 
Current Comics

Current Comics will host a special sale featuring vintage and modern toys and collectibles on Saturday, February 25, 11am-5pm.

Find vintage and modern items inspired by comic book, TV, video game, and movie characters, including Star Wars , Star...

Adam Astrup and Miranda Perl at Puma Road

 
2/25/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist Adam Astrup and vocalist Miranda Perl. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023 at Golden State Theatre

 
2/25/23
 
$28
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre hosts the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. Journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks tonight in a selection of films from the 2022-2023 Banff Mountain Film Festival.

The Highwaymen Show Great American Outlaws Tribute Concert

 
2/25/23
 
$52
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

The Highwaymen was an American country super-group consisting of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson. The Highwaymen Show is a tribute to the music of these four legendary musicians.

The Joint Chiefs Perform at Pearl Hour

 
2/25/23
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents a night of infectious grooves with The Joint Chiefs on Saturday, February 25 at 9pm. Get ready for a night of funk, acid jazz, and classic R&B music! $10 cover. Ages 21+ only.

Make a Vase Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
2/26/23
 
$150
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Make a Vase Workshop on Sunday, February 26, 2pm-4pm. Fee is $150. Please register on our website .

In this workshop, Casey will teach you how to make your own unique vase using the coil building method, demonstrating various ways to build with coils as well as different ways to finish the surface of your piece.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
2/26/23
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Glenn Bell . In recent years, he has performed as a member of the bands Sensory Tribe and The BASSment.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.