Holiday Events in Old Monterey 2015

Enjoy the holidays in Old Monterey! There will be good cheer for all, with lots of fun family events all season long.

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Small Business Saturday in Old Monterey 2015

 
11/28/15
 
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Business Association cordially invites you to join us for Small Business Saturday on November 28. Why fight the crowds at the mall and the big box stores when you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of Old Monterey...

Christmas Caroling in Old Monterey

 
11/28/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Business Association presents The Merry Carolers , singing and spreading good cheer on Alvarado Street every Saturday, 12pm-2pm, from Thanksgiving until Christmas. Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Old Monterey.

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market for the Holidays

 
12/1/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

Visit the Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market during the holidays! Open rain or shine every Tuesday, 4pm-7pm, it’s the perfect place to find handcrafted items and gourmet products for holiday gift-giving and fresh produce for holiday meals.

Christmas Tree Lighting on Colton Hall Lawn 2015

 
12/4/15
 
free
 
Colton Hall Lawn

All are cordially invited to Monterey’s Community Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration, featuring carols, candles, cookies, cider, music, and good cheer on Friday, December 4, 5pm-6pm. Join us on the lawn in front of Colton Hall to share in this traditional, much-loved Monterey holiday celebration.

Santa's Live Reindeer in Downtown Monterey

 
12/5/15
 
Free
 
Golden State Theatre

Visit with Santa and his two Christmas reindeer under The Golden State Theatre marquee in Old Monterey on Saturday, December 5, 12pm-4pm. It's a perfect time for holiday gifts, treats, and making family memories. All are welcome to this free...

Christmas Caroling in Old Monterey

 
12/5/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Business Association presents The Merry Carolers , singing and spreading good cheer on Alvarado Street every Saturday from Thanksgiving until Christmas. Today they'll be performing 12pm-3pm! Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in...

Save the Angels Auction at the Museum of Monterey

 
12/5/15
 
 
Museum of Monterey

Wind, water, and sun have battered the historic Franke Angels that grace Old Monterey each holiday season, and the Old Monterey Foundation needs your help to restore them for future generations! Inspired by these historic angels, 20 local artists have created new angels in their own distinct styles that will be auctioned at Museum of Monterey to benefit the restoration. A complimentary appetizer reception and no host bar will begin 6pm; the auction will begin at 7:30pm.

Z Club Fitness: Holiday Zumba Fitness Master Class and Food Drive

 
12/6/15
 
$20
 
Z Club Fitness

Z Club Fitness presents a 90-minute holiday Zumba master class with Kim and Debi (featuring all-new choreography) and a food drive for the Food Bank of Monterey County on Sunday, December 6, 4pm-5:30pm. Fee is $15 without food drive donation;...

Brighten the Harbor Boat Parade 2015

 
12/6/15
 
free
 
Custom House Plaza

The Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club presents Brighten the Harbor , a lighted boat parade, on Sunday, December 6. Watch boats decorated for the holidays cruise along Monterey Bay's coastline, 6pm-8pm.

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market for the Holidays

 
12/8/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

Visit the Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market during the holidays! Open rain or shine every Tuesday, 4pm-7pm, it’s the perfect place to find handcrafted items and gourmet products for holiday gift-giving and fresh produce for holiday meals.

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Christmas in the Adobes 2015

 
12/11/15
 
$25/$2
 
Pacific House

Christmas in the Adobes on December 11 & 12 is Monterey's signature holiday event! Hundreds of people attend each year to stroll the streets of Monterey and stop in at any one of 22 decorated adobes with soft holiday lights, entertainment, and Christmas refreshments. The event supports Monterey State Historic Park children's educational programs. Tickets are $25 per night for adults, $2 for children ages 6-17, and free for children age 5 and under.

Youth Arts Collective Holiday Art Show 2015

 
12/11/15
 
free with museum admission
 
Youth Arts Collective

Youth Arts Collective invites you to join us for our Holiday Art Show on Friday, December 11, 5pm-9pm. We'll have all-new original work by 60 YACsters and mentors on display and for sale...just in time for the holidays! This event...

Christmas Caroling in Old Monterey

 
12/12/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Business Association presents The Merry Carolers , singing and spreading good cheer on Alvarado Street every Saturday, 12pm-2pm, from Thanksgiving until Christmas. Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Old Monterey.

Christmas in the Adobes 2015

 
12/12/15
 
$20/$2
 
Pacific House

Christmas in the Adobes on December 11 & 12 is Monterey's signature holiday event! Hundreds of people attend each year to stroll the streets of Monterey and stop in at any one of 22 decorated adobes with soft holiday lights, entertainment, and Christmas refreshments. The event supports Monterey State Historic Park children's educational programs. Tickets are $25 per night for adults, $2 for children ages 6-17, and free for children age 5 and under.

Elves in Training at Monterey County Youth Museum

 
12/13/15
 
$15/$20
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Looking for a festive activity for your little ones? MY Museum invites you to join us for Elves in Training, an exciting program celebrating the spirit of the season, on Friday, December 13, 5:30pm-7pm. We’ll have storytime, costumes,...

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market for the Holidays

 
12/15/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

Visit the Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market during the holidays! Open rain or shine every Tuesday, 4pm-7pm, it’s the perfect place to find handcrafted items and gourmet products for holiday gift-giving and fresh produce for holiday meals.

Strolling...

Christmas in Italy Holiday Party and Food Drive at Cibo Ristorante

 
12/15/15
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano - CLOSED

Cibo cordially invites you to our Christmas in Italy Holiday Party and Canned Food Drive for San Carlos Cathedral Parish Food Pantry. There is no cover charge, but please bring canned goods to donate. Cibo will give 20% of our revenue tonight to the food pantry. Happy hour is 4pm-7pm, dinner is 5pm-10pm, and The Monterey Italian All-Stars will perform festive holiday and traditional Italian songs, 6pm-9pm.

Ugly Sweater Party at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

 
12/18/15
 
 
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill is celebrating National Ugly Sweater Day on Friday, December 18! We'll be modeling our own Alvarado Street ugly sweaters with a new design, and offering half off house drafts all night to those in holiday...

Bella's Studio: Holiday Kids' Camp

 
12/19/15
 
$65
 
Bella's Studio

Bella's Studio presents Kids' Holiday Camps on December 19, 21, and 22, where kids will enjoy making gifts for family and friends. Every student will choose from a variety of simple projects they’ll be proud to give and lucky recipients will cherish! Fee is $65 per student per session, includes all materials.

Christmas Caroling in Old Monterey

 
12/19/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Business Association presents The Merry Carolers , singing and spreading good cheer on Alvarado Street every Saturday, 12pm-2pm, from Thanksgiving until Christmas. Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Old Monterey.

Bella's Studio: Holiday Kids' Camp

 
12/21/15
 
$65
 
Bella's Studio

Bella's Studio , Monterey's sewing, craft, and design studio, presents Kids' Holiday Camps 9am-12pm on December 19, 21, and 22. In these camp sessions, kids will enjoy a creative holiday, making gifts for family and friends. Every student...

Bella's Studio: Holiday Kids' Camp

 
12/22/15
 
$65
 
Bella's Studio

Bella's Studio , Monterey's sewing, craft, and design studio, presents Kids' Holiday Camps 9am-12pm on December 19, 21, and 22. In these camp sessions, kids will enjoy a creative holiday, making gifts for family and friends. Every student...

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market for the Holidays

 
12/22/15
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

Visit the Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market during the holidays! Open rain or shine, 4pm-7pm, it’s the perfect place to find handcrafted items and gourmet products for holiday gift-giving and fresh produce for holiday meals.

Christmas Eve Dinner at Restaurant 1833

 
12/24/15
 
$85 plus tax and gratuity
 
Restaurant 1833

Restaurant 1833 presents a special Christmas Eve dinner with executive chef Jason Franey and pastry chef Ben Spungin. Enjoy a decadent four-course dinner, with a complimentary glass of champagne, for $85 per person, plus tax and tip.

Christmas Dinner at Esteban Restaurant

 
12/25/15
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

Start a new holiday tradition and join Esteban Restaurant for a traditional Spanish feast this Christmas! Sip, savor, and share a classic four-course prix fixe Spanish-inspired meal prepared by Chef Tom Snyder, complete with an amuse-bouche, seafood starter, choice of...

Celebrate a Latin Christmas at Lopez Restaurante y Cantina

 
12/25/15
 
$10
 
Lopez Restaurante y Cantina

Lopez Restaurante y Cantina invites you to join us for una Navidad Latina! On Friday, December 25, we present Rocio , "La Dama de la Cumbia," for a night of cumbia, bachata, reggaeton, and more. Tickets are $10 each....

Noon Year's Eve Party at MY Museum 2015

 
12/31/15
 
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum on December 31, 10am-12pm, for an unforgettable Noon Year’s Eve Celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Call to sign up for the fun, 831-649-6444.

First Night Monterey 2016

 
12/31/15
 
 
Old Monterey District

A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing...

Bubbles and Brews: A New Year's Eve Celebration 2015

 
12/31/15
 
$130
 
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill invites you to celebrate New Year’s Eve with us! Savor the evening with a collaborative dinner featuring libations provided by Alvarado Street Brewery and Caraccioli Cellars, then ring in the New Year and dance the...

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Cibo

 
12/31/15
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano - CLOSED

Ring in 2016 with pasta and prosecco! Cibo Ristorante Italiano is throwing a New Year’s Eve Party! We’ll have a full bar with drink specials, party favors, dancing, a countdown, merrymaking, and glee. The party will begin at 9pm and go until 1:30am. Our MC will be Joe Apodaca, with entertainment by FAWK DJ.