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

 
8/23/26
 
$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.

Soul Night at Pearl Hour

 
8/27/26
 
No cover
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour and Encounters of the Funky Kind present Soul Dive: A Night of Soul Music on Thursday, August 27, 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 Rei, and Oh-So-Ritmico.

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.

Dirty Martini Cabaret at Pearl Hour

 
9/3/26
 
$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.

Lucky Star Dance Party with DJ Atmos at Pearl Hour

 
9/19/26
 
$5
 
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. $5 cover. Ages 21+ only.

Past Events

The Bassment at Pearl Hour

 
11/25/22
 
$15
 
Pearl Hour

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.

A Pearlesque Summer: Burlesque Show at Pearl Hour

 
7/31/26
 
$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, A Pearlesque Summer , will feature the Carmel Delights Dancers and special guests. Purchase tickets here.

Soul Night at Pearl Hour

 
7/30/26
 
No cover
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour and Encounters of the Funky Kind present Soul Dive: A Night of Soul Music on Thursday, July 30, 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 Evo, Funky Jarocho, Kenji Red, and Oh-So-Ritmico.

DJ David Harness at Pearl Hour

 
7/4/26
 
$23
 
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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.