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Meal Snack Packs at International Cafe for Movie in the Park

 
9/20/25
 
 
International Cafe

This Saturday's Movie in the Park: Hocus Pocus is the perfect chance to enjoy a picnic in Scholze Park with friends and family, and International Cafe, located steps away from the park, is offering $20 Meal Snack Packs.

Simply stop by and select your favorite items from their Mediterranean-style deli station. The staff will assemble a delicious Meal Snack Pack for you to share with family and friends. Whether you're vegan or omnivore, gluten free or dairy free, they have options for everyone.

Monterey Business Networking Mixer

 
9/12/25
 
Free
 
The Pearl Works

Join the next Monterey Business Networking Mixer on Friday, September 12, 6pm-9pm, at The Pearl Works. This event is free, but please register here . Enjoy 2 free drinks, business card raffles, and live music!

Whether you’re a longtime local or a new face in town, this is your chance to meet fellow business owners, creatives, and professionals across industries.

Labor Day Celebration at International Cafe

 
8/31/25
 
Free
 
International Cafe

International Cafe is hosting a community gathering on Sunday, August 31, 2:30pm-5:30pm. Come on down for food samples and music and make some new friends. Everyone is welcome!

Labor Day weekend is a great time to come together in support of all our neighbors in peace, understanding, and joy. We're stronger when we're together, and we have fun, too!

Go Hiking with Monterey Hostel

 
9/18/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Hostel

Monterey Hostel invites you to join us for our weekly hikes. We meet at the hostel every Thursday at 12pm (note the new time!) and head to area hikes depending on available transportation. All are welcome. No reservations necessary.

Hikes will last approximately 2 hours and be in different locations each week. We aim to keep hikes accessible for beginners and all ages. Questions? Text the hostel at 831-677-6060.

Sea Lions on San Carlos Beach - August 2025

Monterey, CA

They're baaaaack... Sea lions have returned in large numbers to San Carlos Beach. The City of Monterey has temporarily closed the beach to keep all humans and pinnipeds safe.

Everyone, please remember to enjoy the sea lions from a distance - they are large and can be territorial and unpredictable.

A reminder: all marine mammals, including sea lions, are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. People who harass, feed, capture, or kill any marine mammal could face a hefty fine or even jail time. It's their bay too.

Lighthouse Movie in the Park: "Hocus Pocus"

 
9/20/25
 
free
 
Scholze Park Community Center

The Lighthouse District is hosting a free outdoor screening of the all-ages Halloween comedy Hocus Pocus (1993). Let's kick off spooky season with a laugh!

The film will be shown at 7:30pm in front of Scholze Park Community Center. You're welcome to come early and bring a picnic. Remember to dress warmly and bring blankets and/or chairs. No pets or alcohol.

What's the event like? View photos from Movie in the Park 2023.

City of Monterey Services Fair: City Hall in Your Corner

 
8/21/25
 
Free
 
Hilltop Park Center

The City of Monterey is hosting a free city services fair, City Hall in Your Corner, on Thursday, August 21, 5pm-7:30pm at Hilltop Park Center.

Come out and enjoy some hot dogs, games and activities for kids, and meet your City staff. This is a great opportunity to get to know the wide variety of programs and services offered for residents of all ages.

Educator Open House: An evening of art, connection, and celebration

 
8/22/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art invites Monterey County educators to a special evening celebrating your creativity, dedication, and the impact of arts education.

Wander the galleries, experiment with hands-on art activities, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow teachers in a relaxed, artful setting. Free to all educators - RSVPs are appreciated .

Vote Lighthouse District Businesses for "Best of 2025"

Monterey, CA

Monterey's Lighthouse District has a bunch of businesses that made it to the finals in Monterey County Weekly's Best of 2025 Reader's Poll , including TWO spots nominated for Best New Business of 2025: Carmel Valley Guitar and Oystertown .

Now we need you to vote! The Lighthouse District mostly consists of small, owner-operated businesses, but we pack a great punch when it comes to quality food, goods, and services. Final voting is open until August 29 . Go ahead, make our day !

Monterey First Theater Fest 2025

 
8/30/25
 
Free
 
California's First Theatre

Monterey State Historic Park presents an afternoon of free, all-ages fun at the second annual First Theater Fest on Saturday, August 30, 11am-4pm.

Join us at California's First Theater and Casa del Oro Garden for entertainment by Monterey Peninsula Theatre Company and musician Katherine Lavin, a Maker's Market featuring talented local artisans, a bunch of family-friendly activities, and food trucks. Learn more.

Comanche Cellars Wine Room 7th Anniversary Celebration

 
8/11/25
 
$25/$15
 
Comanche Cellars Wine Room

Comanche Cellars Wine Room is celebrating our 7th Anniversary! Taste older vintages and newer barrel samples, enjoy casual food pairings, and trade stories of fun nights at the wine room. Owner Michael Simons will be on hand. Buy tickets ($25/$15) at the wine room or online .

Play Full Ground's Micro High School Opens Fall 2025

Monterey, CA

High schoolers, do you feel that traditional classroom learning is too restrictive? If the conventional educational model doesn't fit your creative spirit, consider joining Play Full Ground's creative learning community .

This fall, artist and educator Mai Ryuno is opening her artist studio as a micro high school for students who want to learn with more freedom and creativity. Check out the website and make an appointment for you and your family to chat with Mai.

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