The Ainsley House is excited to be open this holiday season with Holiday events for the whole family. The Campbell Museum Foundation’s annual Holiday Teas and Tours fundraiser will take place on December 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and 10.

Join Monterey Museum of Art for free, after-hours access during this special edition of First Friday, 5pm-8pm, celebrating the opening of our new annual holiday exhibit, Iluminado . Revel in the fun and enjoy drinks, small-bites, art activities, and a live set by DJ Hanif Wondir. Wine and beer will be available to purchase.

All are cordially invited to the Historic Downtown Monterey Traditional Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 1, 5pm-6pm. Join us on the lawn in front of Colton Hall to share in this much-loved holiday event.

Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling, and the lighting of the tree to bring in the holiday season. Monterey's Mayor and members of the City Council will be present and KMBY 1240 AM / 95.9 FM will broadcast the event live.

Golden State Theatre presents comedian and actor Felipe Esparza on Friday, December 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $29-$69 - to purchase tickets, please click here .

Felipe Esparza has come a long way since winning NBC's "Last Comic Standing" in 2010. With three successful stand-up specials on Netflix and HBO, his "What's Up Fool?" podcast holding steady as one of the top comedy podcasts, and his sold-out tour dates across country, he's now appearing frequently as an actor in film and TV shows such as "Superstore" and "Gentefied."

Santa Claus will be in the Sun Porch room of the historic Ainsley House greeting families, accepting Christmas lists, and spreading Holiday joy! Don't miss an opportunity to take Holiday photos with Santa Claus!

Monterey Museum of Art presents a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, December 2, 11am-3pm. Drop by the Museum for a fun-filled afternoon with our interactive art installation, Iluminado .

Meet the artists behind the magical trees of the exhibit, exercise your creativity, and contribute to the evolving exhibition. Featured activities include: paper leaves with messages, mural painting, and pattern-making with wooden blocks.

Youth Arts Collective invites you to view our artists' 2023 Holiday Show in person during our open house events on Dec. 2 and Dec. 9, 12pm-4pm. Enjoy the artwork and don't miss the opportunity to take home a stunning piece right away if you decide to make a purchase.

YAC's Holiday Art Show will run through December. Can't make it to one of our open houses? View the show online here.

Stokes Adobe is hosting a holiday market by local artisans and entrepreneurs on Saturday, Dec. 2, 1pm-7pm. This will be a unique holiday shopping experience featuring one-of-a-kind gifts.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet the local artists behind our December group show, A Few of My Favorite Things . Drop by the gallery for our holiday reception, view these small, favorite works of art, and speak with the creators. Attendees may enter their names in a drawing to win a $200 gallery gift certificate.

The Carol of Lights is Campbell's annual celebration to open the holiday season. It features Santa visits, a petting zoo, donkey rides, bounce houses, craft tables, face painting, musical entertainment, and a community stage with performances from local dance teams.

Enjoy Saturday Dessert Night at The Perfect Crumb Bakery! Every Saturday, we're open 4pm-9pm, serving ice cream sandwiches, brownies a la mode, ice cream sundaes, cookies, cupcakes, and a special baked good just for the night. Bring the family, celebrate a birthday, or take a study break with us.

MY Museum invites children to get festive and join us in decorating your own gingerbread houses. There will be lots of icing and candy canes, swirly twirly gum drops, and tons more candy to make your house look truly extraordinary. Reservations are required - register online here .

The Academy of Classical Ballet is excited to present a unique performance that celebrates the beautiful season of winter, as well as the holiday spirit. Follow our heroine, Beatrice, as she departs on an adventure through the snow into an enchanted forest.

The Golden State Theatre presents Macy Gray and The California Jet Club on Saturday, December 2 at 8pm. Tickets are $39-$89. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....

Every Sunday during the Campbell Farmers' Market, Redemption and Darling Fischer Memorial Chapel host a collection of makers in the side alley and in front of Redemption.

Immerse yourself in a captivating showcase of local talent and creativity at the Winter Stanton Art Market, where artists from our very own community come together to share their extraordinary work. Explore a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, crafts, and more, all created with passion and skill right here in our vibrant town.

Buy, sell, trade video games, tabletop games, related gaming items at the Retrofix II Turbo's RetroMania Game Swap! Vendors will have all kinds of retro and modern video games as well as other collectible items available for purchase.

Casey Starks Studio presents a Make a Mug Workshop on Sunday, December 3, 2pm-4:30pm. Fee is $150. 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.

The Academy of Classical Ballet is excited to present a unique performance that celebrates the beautiful season of winter, as well as the holiday spirit. Follow our heroine, Beatrice, as she departs on an adventure through the snow into an enchanted forest.

Casey Starks Studio presents a Ceramic Painting Night where we'll paint ornaments on Sunday, December 3, 5pm-6:30pm. Fee is $50. Please register on our website.

Looking for an easy and fun project to do in an evening with your pals? Come paint three ceramic ornaments! No experience required. Ages 12 and up.

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Sunday, 5pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature the Brian Stock Quartet.

The Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club presents Brighten the Harbor , a lighted boat parade. Watch boats beautifully decorated for the holidays cruise along the Monterey Coast.

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.

Do you love to sniff and discuss wines while you sip them? On December 4, we will learn about comparing Sangiovese: specifically, our 2020, 2021, and 2022 vintages. Fee is $35. Register in advance online.

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!

Winner of Monterey County Weekly's awards for Best Farmers Market 2025 and Best Place to See and Be Seen !

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.

You will learn the basics of acrylic painting, what my favorite brushes are and how to use your new skills to make fabulous set of paintings! Absolutely NO experience necessary to enjoy this class.

Last workshop for 2023 ! What a great way to de-stress in between the holiday rush with a grounding and fun workshop learning how to make your own moss art. Join us over a glass of wine for a fun-filled 1.5-hour workshop where you'll learn how to create beautiful moss wall art to take home with you.

Tribe in the Sky presents a Community Jam every Tuesday night, 6:30pm-10:30pm, at Bulldog Sports Pub. All are welcome. Bring an instrument or just bring yourself - we want to make some music and have some fun! Enjoy drink specials and the full dinner menu.

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.

Casey Starks Studio presents a Ceramic Painting Night where we'll paint ornaments on Wednesday, December 6, 6pm-7:30pm. Fee is $50. Please register on our website.

Looking for an easy and fun project to do in an evening with your pals? Come paint three ceramic ornaments! No experience required. Ages 12 and up.

Join Sovino Wine Bar for Trivia Night every Wednesday, 7pm-9pm, hosted by Miguel Silva. Prizes are awarded for first and second place. Team size is limited to 6 people or less. No reservations are required, but space is limited. Test your knowledge against other trivia geeks!

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.

Bulldog Sports Pub is hosting Bingo & Trivia Night every Wednesday! We'll start with beer bingo at 7pm and move on to trivia at 8:30pm. Ages 21 and up.

Every Wednesday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Ben Herod Trio beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

Hear Ben Herod on saxophone and clarinet, Zach Westfall on bass,...

This fun and interactive workshop is for the moon lovers who would like to learn how to work with the moon in order to get to know themselves on a deeper level. When we learn to work with the natural cycles of nature and our own inner rhythms, we are better able to find harmony, health, and wellbeing.

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.

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a special holiday season champagne tasting on Thursday, December 7, 7pm-10pm. Participation fee is $40.

Golden State Theatre presents The Clairvoyants and their Holiday Spectacular on Thursday, December 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $24-$79. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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Christmas in the Adobes on December 8 & 9 is Monterey's signature holiday event! Stroll the streets of Monterey and stop in at any one of the many decorated adobes with soft holiday lights and entertainment. The event supports Monterey State Historic Park children's educational programs and the restoration of the historic First Theatre.

Tickets are $30 per night for adults and free for children and youth age 17 and under. A 2-night Gold Pass is available for $45. Reserve your tickets online today.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents a solo performances by musician Alex Bedzjian of local band The Dead Cassettes. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

Are you a New Monterey resident? Join the New Monterey Neighborhood Association (NMNA) for the Annual Holiday Party at Gianni’s Pizza on Friday, December 8, 5pm-7pm. Pizza and soft drinks provided by NMNA. Dues-paying NMNA members admitted free; $10 for all others.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Lindsay Beery . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Hey Bode invites you to join us at a Holiday Party at Oya Salon on Friday, December 8, 7pm-9pm in celebration of our community, local artists, and the holiday season. We will be serving MacIntyre Vineyards wines...

Every month, 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.

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Carlos Ballarta on Friday, December 8 at 8pm. Tickets are $29-$39. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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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.

Our Poetry Open Mic Nights are held on the second Friday of the month at 9pm in the parking lot behind our building (at 499 Calle Principal).

Join Flex Party on Saturday, December 9 on the back patio of Bulldog Sports Pub for a dragtastic holiday brunch in support of Monterey Peninsula Pride hosted by Rogue Roulette! Tickets are $15 each. We'll have two seatings: 11am and 1pm.

Venmo @flexpartypride with your name and party size to reserve your spot. Tickets will also be sold at the door, first-come, first-served.

1pm-5pm. It's Second Saturdays and that means lots of Pop-up Shops with unique items to give you more shopping options and music on the street.

Om Studios invites you to join us for a transformative afternoon retreat to embrace the winter's shift with grace as we journey inward - nourishing mind, body, and spirit through movement, sound, and serenity on Saturday, December 9, 3pm-6pm. Fee...

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

South Bay Dance Center presents an enjoyable student version of the holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. Local dancers and volunteers combine their talents to bring this classic ballet to the stage. Audiences of all ages are sure to enjoy!

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Graham Good and The Painters . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

On the second Saturday of every month at 7pm, Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents Alligator , a legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Enjoy good food and good times! Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Golden State Theatre and (((folkYEAH!))) present Pink Martini featuring China Forbes on Saturday, December 9 at 8pm. Tickets are $58-$98. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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Defected Records superstar Mr. V returns to Compact Disco on Saturday, December 9, for what is sure to be yet another sold out performance! Tickets are $10 in advance , $15 at the door. Ages 21+ with ID.

On the second Saturday of every month at 10pm, Pearl Hour hosts The Roulette Hour , a drag, burlesque, and variety show featuring a dazzling array of talent hosted by Rogue Roulette and Khloe Quarterpounder. $15 cover charge.

South Bay Dance Center presents an enjoyable student version of the holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. Local dancers and volunteers combine their talents to bring this classic ballet to the stage. Audiences of all ages are sure to enjoy!

Casey Starks Studio presents a Kids' Ornament Painting Workshop on Sunday, December 10, 2pm-3:30pm. Fee is $35. Please register on our website.

Come out and paint some ceramic ornaments with your kids! This is a fun activity...

Monterey Museum of Art presents a storytelling time with Iluminado exhibition artist Edi Matsumoto on Sunday, December 10, 2pm-3pm. Edi will be assisted by students from Monterey High School, who will act out the story.

Join Edi to hear the story of the traditional Japanese story of the Tanabata, in which the deities and lovers Orihime and Hikoboshi are separated by the Milky Way, only allowed to meet once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month of the lunar calendar.

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

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Join Livi Love, Wyld Blue Rose, and Florra for our last sound bath of the year that will include much more! We are hosting a Holiday Wellness Mini Retreat on 12/12, a powerful energetic portal day.

Bamboo Reef Dive Shop invites you to join our NAUI Nitrox Diver Class for ages 15 and up. This is a 4-hour class offered Wednesday at 6pm on October 25, November 22, and December 13. Please register on our...

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Thursday, 6pm-9pm. Tonight we'll feature singer Miranda Perl and guitarist Adam Astrup. No cover charge.

Mark your calendars, ladies! Monterey Core Fitness is hosting a Sweat & Shop on Thu, Dec. 14. Our full body workout starts at 6pm followed by small bites, refreshments, and holiday shopping from Chezza Jewelry , HappyNest Boutique , Sama Delights , Small Kind Soaps , and SunPAXX .

Free for Monterey Core Fitness members, $30 for non-members - please register here .

On the second Thursday of every month, 7pm-10pm, Pearl Hour presents LGBTQIA+ Night featuring rotating DJs AyumiPlease and Luna.M. No cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Wendi Kirby Music presents an acoustic concert by singer-songwriter Casey Frazier and his band of local musicians - Doug Fearnside, Zach McDaniel, and Rory Glass - on Thu, Dec. 14 at 7pm. Tickets are $40 - purchase here . All ages welcome.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis, whose newest album will be released in September. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Monterey Martial Arts presents a Women's Self Defense Workshop led by Michael Yerzy on Friday, December 15, 6pm-8pm. Fee is $45 at the door (cash/check).

Shun Shifu Michael Yerzy, the founder of Monterey Martial Arts, is a second degree black belt in Moore’s Shou Shu, a complete self-defense system designed to meet real-life situations.

The Pearl Works, a community coworking space, is holding a Holiday Crafts and Cards Workshop on Friday, December 15, 6pm-8pm. We will be using lino printing methods to make our own holiday cards. All are welcome! Fee is on a sliding scale, $20-$30. Please register here.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Lindsay Beery . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Golden State Theatre presents A Flock of Seagulls on Friday, December 15 at 8pm. Tickets are $48-$78. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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Lowpass Magazine presents a DJ dance party at Old Capitol Books on Friday, December 15, 8pm-11pm. Enjoy house, hyper pop, YK2, and more with DJ Kiki. Tickets are $5 at the door, but no one will be turned away for...

Join Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street for a cozy and creative shopping experience at our Winter Art Market on Saturday, December 16, 11am-2pm. Held inside the wondrous Iluminado exhibition, visitors are invited to participate in various art prompts, support local businesses, and find the perfect gifts for the holiday season! Admission is free.

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

Golden State Theatre presents X on Saturday, December 16 at 8pm. Tickets are $35-$50. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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The legendary horn powered R&B band out of Oakland comes to Campbell to perform a special seasonal concert featuring their holiday hits.

Feel renewed and rested by this healing sound bath workshop led by Om Studios' instructor Jordan at Monterey Museum of Art on Sunday, December 17, 9:30am-11am. Space is limited - advance registration is recommended.

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Stop by Cloud City this weekend and take a picture with the Grinch! 💚

The Grinch will be on site all weekend long!
Saturday, 12/16 from 1pm-4pm
Sunday, 12/17 from 10am-12pm

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.

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Sunday, 5pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature a Marotta Family Jam!

Funky Gnarly Bangin' Vintage presents a special fundraiser live sale on Instagram featuring exclusive vintage clothing from Fashion Trade Boutique on Monday, December 18 at 3pm. Included in this live sale will be rare pieces from Nancy Sinatra's estate, as well as furs and stunning antique jewelry. Find it here.

100% of the profits will support Kim Lawson , who is recovering from open heart surgery.

Comanche Cellars Wine Room presents an Ugly Sweater Dumpling Party led by Emily Lipp. Wear your ugliest holiday sweater, learn to make dumplings, and then eat them while you enjoy some of our wine. Fee is $40 - purchase tickets here .

Join the Monterey Firefighter Foundation, 3pm-6pm, in the beer garden of Alvarado Street Brewery for our 2024 Firefighter Calendar Release Party! Purchase a calendar and get a beer for half price. Calendar models will be on site to sign calendars. All proceeds will support the Monterey Firefighter Foundation's community outreach programs.

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature the Wild at Heart Duo , featuring vocalist Lisa Kincaid and guitarist Sam Nilsson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm.

Fleet Feet Monterey invites you to be part of a powerful community run/walk on the longest night of the year to honor grief, create togetherness, and celebrate resilience.

The Longest Night Run/Walk, on Thursday, Dec. 21, 6pm-7:30pm, is a community event in which we come together to support and show solidarity to one another through times of grief, loss, waiting, and challenge. There is a suggested donation of $10, but no mandated fee. Please register here .

Pearl Hour presents The Bassment , a Monterey based, ever-changing improvisational jam band fusing hip hop, neo-soul, and funk...with an emphasis on funk. $15 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents a solo performances by musician Alex Bedzjian of local band The Dead Cassettes. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

Join Monterey Museum of Art on Friday, Dec. 22, 5:30pm-7:30pm, for an evening of merriment and reflection as the year comes to a close and we celebrate the fully transformed Iluminado exhibition. Enjoy food and drink, a live set by DJ Gwynneth, and a raffle of Miniatures. Admission is free.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Lindsay Beery . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Golden State Theatre presents Parliament Funkadelic featuring George Clinton with their Atomic Funk Cosmic Holiday Jam on Friday, December 22 at 8pm. Tickets are $49-$150. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click...

Pearl Hour presents Pfeiffer Beach Hotel , a band from Big Sur performing indie psych pop with beautiful harmonies. $10 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

The Carmel Delights and a star-studded cast bring burlesque and vaudeville to Pearl Hour, serving you a speakeasy vibe with delicious craft cocktails and an all-inclusive environment on the last Friday of every month at 9pm. Ages 21 and over only. $20 cover charge.

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

Magenta Spreen brings together singer-songwriters...

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Cement Ship . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Tonight at Pearl Hour cocktail bar, the Ben Herod Trio will perform Vince Guaraldi's music composed for the 1965 television special "A Charlie Brown Christmas," 8pm-11pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only. We hope you can join us to enjoy this holiday jazz classic.

Bulldog Sports Pub will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Come watch some football with us! The kitchen will be serving our regular menu both days.

We're open 9:30am-2am on Christmas Eve and 4:30pm-2am on Christmas Day. Remember, there are no strangers here, only friends you haven't met yet.

The Britannia Arms of Monterey will be open on Christmas Eve, 10am-5pm, playing the full NFL schedule on our big screen TVs. We'll also be open on Christmas Day, 10am-8:30pm. Don't miss the Raiders game at 10am and the 49ers...

Om Studios presents a Sacred Sound Bath Workshop taught by Jordan Rossow on Sunday, December 24, at 11am. Please register on the Om Studios website .

We aim for you to leave this workshop feeling renewed...

Namaste India Bistro will be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, offering our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, 11:30am-2:30pm, and dinner service, 5pm-9pm, featuring a special holiday dinner menu to tantalize your taste buds.

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.

Compact Disco presents Monterey County SantaCon, a fundraiser for CalFire, on Christmas Eve. Costumes are suggested - a $500 Santa costume contest will be held at 10pm. Admission is free, but donations online or at the door are encouraged.

Esteban Restaurant invites you to gather around the table on December 25, 2pm-8pm, to feast on a delicious 3-Course Christmas Dinner Menu. Choose from 2 starters (crab corn bisque, kale salad), 2 main course dishes (slow-roasted prime rib, crab crusted...

Old Capitol Books invites you to spend Christmas afternoon with us, 2pm-5pm. We'll have free gifts, warm drinks, and cookies. This is free and open to all - we want everyone to have a cozy and welcoming place to come and celebrate the holiday.

Bulldog Sports Pub will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Come watch some football with us! The kitchen will be serving our regular menu both days.

We're open 9:30am-2am on Christmas Eve and 4:30pm-2am on Christmas Day. Remember…. there are no strangers here, only friends you haven’t met yet.

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market will be closed on December 26 and January 2. We wish you a very happy holidays and hope to see you on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 4pm-7pm.

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature singer-songwriter Casey Frazier . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm.

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

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Lindsay Beery . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Come one, come all! Monterey Peninsula Pride’s Holiday Celebration will be held at Compact Disco on Friday, December 29, 8pm until late. Enjoy disco and house music all night with DJ Kenny Summit.

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The Carmel Delights present Scroogelesque: A Burlesque Christmas Tail on Friday, December 29 at 9pm at Pearl Hour. Tickets are $20 each - seating it limited so purchase your ticket in advance here . Ages 21 and up...

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.

Om Studios presents a Breathwork Workshop led by Justin Baker on Saturday, December 30, at 6pm. Please register on our website.

Utilizing conscious, connected breathing and intentional movement, we'll explore the depths of our being...

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12:15pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.

Britannia Arms will have a full day of fun and laughter for you on New Year's Eve. We'll open at 11am and party through into 2024!

Celebrate British New Year at 4pm singing karaoke with Ryan Rico. DJ Lalo will spin tunes 8pm-11pm, and DJ Joey Camacho will take over 11pm until closing. Expect party favors and free champagne at midnight.

Namaste India Bistro will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, offering our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, 11:30am-2:30pm, and dinner service, 5pm-9pm, featuring a special holiday dinner menu to tantalize your taste buds.

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Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis, 2pm-4pm. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Stokes Adobe invites you to celebrate New Year's Eve with us. We're offering a 6-course tasting menu for $125 per person, with wine pairing available for an additional $55. Seatings available 5pm-9pm. To view the complete menu and make your reservations, please visit our website .

Elevate your New Year's Eve at Cella! Chefs Cal Stamenov and Ben Spungin are crafting a four-course delight to welcome 2024. Enhance your experience with optional wine pairings by Barnaby De Luna and exquisite cocktails by Joshua Perry.

Seatings begin at 5pm. Reserve your seat through our website . Price is $140+ per person, $70 for wine pairing.

Cibo Ristorante Italiano invites you to join us for our annual New Year's Eve Bash! We'll be celebrating 9pm-1:30am, no cover charge. Come ring in the new year and dance to the music of DJ Gil! Dress to impress. We'll have drink specials all night. Dinner will be served until 10pm - reservations recommended.

Celebrate the sixth day of Kwanzaa, 6:30pm-8:30pm, at Stanton Center! Glodean Champion, in partnership with Black Leaders and Allies Collaborative and the Juneteenth Coalition, invites you to join us for an evening of soul-stirring food and conversation. Donation is $25 in advance , $30 at the door.

Experience a night of feminine magic at Pearl Hour on New Year's Eve, 7pm-2am. Tickets are $44 - purchase yours here . Ages 21+ only.

Tonight, DJ Gwynneth will provide disco dance music, Nina Kahn of Valley Girl Mystic will offer tarot readings, and Nina Out West from 831 INK will have a private tattoo station. Enjoy a champagne toast and pizza at midnight.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse! Beginning at 7pm we'll have live music performed by Alligator, the legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Enjoy a toast with us at midnight.

No cover charge. Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Disco Kitchen presents a New Year's Eve Party at Epsilon Restaurant, featuring DJs Kosh, Holy Water, Uncle Mike, and Barkings. Tickets are $40 each - please DM Disco Kitchen on Instagram for details and to purchase tickets.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Compact Disco, 8pm-2am. Enjoy a two-hour open bar, 8pm-10pm, complimentary food all night, a champagne toast at midnight, and a countdown to the New Year on a giant projection screen. DJs Kenny Summit, "The Juice," and Edison Tesla will provide the soundtrack. Tickets available here.