Pearl Hour Events

Pearl Hour cocktail bar offers a full cocktail, wine, and beer menu. Live events are held every week at Pearl Hour. Check back often for a complete listing of upcoming entertainment including bands, DJs, and special parties.

Upcoming Events

Sunday Jazz Nights at Pearl Hour

 
7/12/26
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

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.

The quartet features Zach Westfall (bass), Ben Herod (sax), Mike Lent...

Lucky Star Dance Party with DJ Atmos at Pearl Hour

 
7/18/26
 
No cover
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents Lucky Star, Monterey's premier LGBTQIA+ dance party, on the third Saturday of every month, 8pm until closing. Music by DJ Atmos. No cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Dirty Martini Cabaret at Pearl Hour

 
8/6/26
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour cocktail bar invites you to the Dirty Martini Cabaret, a night of live jazz music and burlesque performances by members of Carmel Delights Dance Company .

Exit reality and slip into a world of sultry sounds, playful ambiance, connection, community, and fun. Ages 21+ only. $10 cover.

Al James Band at Pearl Hour

 
8/29/26
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

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.

Past Events

Summer Fruits Patio Party at Pearl Hour

 
7/5/24
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents Summer Fruits, a patio party on Friday, July 5 at 7pm with Chef Hollie Jackson. Enjoy Hollie's hot dogs, summer salads, honey cornbread, and stonefruit trifles plus cocktail specials and DJs playing funk, soul, and oldies.

DJ David Harness at Pearl Hour

 
7/4/26
 
$23
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour hosts an extended set by house music DJ David Harness on Saturday, July 4, 2pm-10pm, out on our back patio. Tickets are $23 - purchase here . This is an extraordinary chance to welcome a master DJ back to the place where his career began. At 7pm, enjoy a taco bar by La Bahia .

2026 Monterey Peninsula Pride After Party

 
6/27/26
 
$20 cover
 
Pearl Hour

Monterey Peninsula Pride presents our Pride Celebration After Party for ages 21+ at Pearl Hour on Saturday, June 27, 7pm-12am. Enjoy music by DJ Luna and a special performance by the Carmel Delights. $20 cover.

Earlier in the day, be sure to attend the Pride Parade in Downtown Monterey at 11am and the family-friendly Pride Celebration at Custom House Plaza 12pm-3pm.

Pearlesque Pride: Burlesque Show at Pearl Hour

 
6/26/26
 
$20/$35
 
Pearl Hour

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. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight's show is entitled Pearlesque Pride. Purchase tickets here.

Soul Night at Pearl Hour

 
6/25/26
 
No cover
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour and Encounters of the Funky Kind present Soul Dive: A Night of Soul Music on Thursday, June 25, 8pm-12am. No cover. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight we're diving into all things soul, Motown, Northern, sweet, and Chicano with vinyl DJ sets by Ruca Records, Funky Jarocho, Kenji Red, and Oh-So-Ritmico.

Sade Night at Pearl Hour Featuring Diamond Life

 
6/19/26
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents Diamond Life , a band dedicated to performing the songs of Sade, on Saturday, June 19 at 8pm.

The 7-piece band, featuring Malinda DeRouen on vocals, beautifully captures the smooth sophistication of Sade's timeless music while infusing it with their unique, improvisational flair.

Misty Pearl, Stripped Down: Burlesque Show at Pearl Hour

 
5/29/26
 
$25/$35
 
Pearl Hour

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. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight's show, Misty Pearl: Stripped Down , will feature a live jazz band. the Carmel Delights Dancers, and special guests. Purchase tickets here.

Sade Night at Pearl Hour Featuring Diamond Life

 
5/23/26
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents Diamond Life , a band dedicated to performing the songs of Sade, on Saturday, May 23 at 8pm.

The 7-piece band, featuring Malinda DeRouen on vocals, beautifully captures the smooth sophistication of Sade's timeless music while infusing it with their unique, improvisational flair.

Sex Ed Workshop on Communication at Pearl Hour

 
4/30/26
 
Free
 
Pearl Hour

Adults age 21 and up: join pelvic floor physical therapist and sexual wellness coach Dr. Kyle Hartman in the Pearl Hour back garden for the second in our series of fun, candid conversations. Tonight we'll focus on one of the most overlooked aspects of good sex: communication. RSVP here.

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
1/8/25
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

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.