Monterey State Historic Park Association presents a free July 4th Living History Day for all ages in the Memory Garden behind Pacific House, 11am-3pm.

Bring the whole family for 19th century games, rope making, leather stamping, candle making, and more plus guided history tours .

Stars, Stripes & Stories: A Fourth of July Celebration at Cooper-Molera Adobe is a free, family-friendly community event celebrating Independence Day through dance, games, art activities, museum tours, and more, 12pm-4pm. See the schedule.

Join our Impressions of Nature Art Camp this summer to explore the beauty of nature through printmaking! Campers will learn how to create stunning prints using recycled materials, while also discovering ways to protect and preserve the environment.

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At this week-long summer camp, children ages 5-7 will bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks at Monterey Museum of Art. Kids learn resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation as they come together to play a unique building adventure game. Learn more.

At this summer camp at Monterey Museum of Art, design your custom LEGO® creation to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs and then combine these with tools like drills, hammers, and...

At this summer camp for ages 5-7 at Monterey Museum of Art, June 9-13, kids will design and build their way through the animal kingdom, from sea to safari, using tens of thousands of LEGO® parts with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. More info here.

Join us at the Monterey Firefighters Charity Pancake Breakfast benefiting MY Museum on July 4, 7:30am-10:30am! There will be activities for the kids, music, a chance to meet your local firefighters, and a hearty breakfast with all the fixings. Reservations required.

Bring the whole family to Monterey Museum of Art for a free, fun-filled day of creativity, community, and celebration for all ages on Saturday, June 7, 11am-3pm. Admission is free.

Create art inspired by the 2025 Monterey Biennial and engage with the exhibition in a brand-new creative setting.

Monterey Public Library hosts Irish storyteller and singer Helena Byrne for a free children's storytime with Irish folk tales, music, and games on Friday, May 16, 10:15am-11am in the Community Room. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5.

Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation invites families to join local firefighters for a free Kids' Hero Run on Sunday March 30, 10am-2pm, at Custom House Plaza.

Kids ages 2-17 can come dressed as their favorite superhero and run through a series of inflatable obstacle courses. Come out and have a great time with the whole family!

MY Museum, in conjunction with Monterey Symphony, presents Symphony Saturday! On May 17, 10:30am-11:30am, children can explore the world of sound with an interactive performance by members of Monterey Symphony.

Children can touch, hold, and play musical instruments and participate in an interactive craft. Recommended for children ages 3-8.

MY Museum, in conjunction with Monterey Symphony, presents Symphony Saturday! On April 26, 10:30am-11:30am, children can explore the world of sound with an interactive performance by members of Monterey Symphony at the museum.

This program is recommended for children...

MY Museum, in conjunction with Monterey Symphony, presents Symphony Saturday! On March 15, 10:30am-11:30am, children can explore the world of sound with an interactive performance by members of Monterey Symphony.

Children can touch, hold, and play musical instruments and participate in an interactive craft. Recommended for children ages 3-8.