Registration is now open for the Oktoberfest Fun Run/Walk 10K, 5K & Kids' Dash!

Along the streets of downtown, festival-goers will enjoy browsing the 100+ arts & crafts booths, sampling a variety of sweet and savory dishes, sipping wine and beer, and listening to some of the best local bands in the Bay Area.

Venture Gallery is participating in the Open Studios Art Tour of Monterey County October 18-19, 11am-5pm.

See our artists give live demos and speak with them about their work. You'll also find bargain prices on quality original art, reproductions, and gift items that we don't typically stock.

Wholehearted Tattoo is holding a Halloween Flash Event on Saturday, October 18, 12pm-8pm. First come, first served! Don't miss out. We'll be offering Halloween themed flash worth up to $300 for only $100 today. Learn more.

Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in our current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.

Slowfiber presents a Boro Stitching Workshop taught by Kris Nardello on Saturday, October 18, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $85 - register on Slowfiber's website .

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San Jose Taiko's home season 2-concert series showcasing new works and familiar classics from one of the premiere taiko ensembles in the world.

Two shows: 2pm and 7pm.

In honor of Halloween, the City of Monterey presents a free Trunk-or-Treat and Movie in the Park on the lawn of Colton Hall.

The walk-through trunk-or-treat will be held 5pm-6:30pm. Our feature film, Disney's Encanto (2021), will begin at 6:30pm. Come dressed in costume! There will be food trucks, fire engines, kids' activities, and more.

The Lighthouse District's own Recycled Records is hosting a Spooky Vinyl Night at Other Brother Beer Co. on Saturday, October 18, 6pm-9pm.

Wear your Halloween best, add some records to your collection, hang with friends, enjoy some great beer, and listen to vinyl spinning all night.

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

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.

San Jose Taiko's home season 2-concert series showcasing new works and familiar classics from one of the premiere Taiko ensembles in the world.

Two shows: 2pm and 7pm.

Monterey State Historic Park invites you to learn about the ships that met their demise along the rocky Monterey Peninsula coastline during a free presentation for all ages - "Shipwrecks of the Monterey Peninsula" - on Saturday, October 18 at 7pm in California's First Theater.

Monterey Peninsula Pride is hosting a Pottery Paint and Sip at The Hot Spot Studios on Saturday, October 18, 7pm-9pm. 10% of proceeds from the event will go to Monterey Peninsula Pride!

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Pearl Hour presents Lucky Star, Monterey's premier LGBTQIA+ dance party, on Saturday, October 18, 8pm until closing. Music by the illustrious DJ Atmos. No cover charge.

The Golden State Theatre presents Bill Muray and His Blood Brothers on Saturday, October 18 at 8pm. Tickets are $83-$248. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .