Community

Campbell Museum Volunteer Recruitment Mixer

 
3/26/26
 
Free
 
Ainsley House

Join us for the Campbell Museums Volunteer Recruitment Mixer for Campbell Museums! Learn about the many ways you can get involved. The event will be held inside the Carriage House, the visitor center adjacent to the Ainsley House.

Kids Hero Run at San Carlos Beach Park

 
3/7/26
 
Free
 
San Carlos Beach Park

Monterey Recreation and Monterey Firefighters Foundation is hosting a free Kids Hero Run at San Carlos Beach Park on Saturday, March 7, 10am–2pm.

Bring the family out for an afternoon of fun, movement, and community celebration along the Monterey waterfront. Costumes are encouraged.

NMBA's Sabrina Hiltunen Participates in First City Academy 2026

Monterey, CA

The New Monterey Business Association (NMBA), the organization of small businesses in the Lighthouse District, is excited to announce that our new Administrator, Sabrina Hiltunen, will participate in the City of Monterey's First City Academy in Spring 2026 as a strategic community partner.

This is a chance for her to learn how our local government operates, discover available programs and services, and get to know our civil servants in order to better serve the Lighthouse District community.

OMBA's Sabrina Hiltunen Participates in First City Academy 2026

Monterey, CA

The Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) is excited to announce our new Executive Director, Sabrina Hiltunen, will participate in the City of Monterey's First City Academy in Spring 2026 as a strategic community partner.

Meeting weekly for 9 sessions, the Academy teaches participants about Monterey's city management, community services, public works, police, community development, fire and emergency management, economic development, budgeting, and more.

An integral part of Sabrina's job in serving and representing Downtown Monterey businesses is to work with the City to conduct day-to-day operations, coordinate community events, and fulfill the district's vision. She's looking forward to learning more about government services and getting to know our civil servants better.

Art Reception at Six Over

 
3/6/26
 
 
Six Over Coffee and Company

Six Over Coffee and Company is holding a reception for local artist Thomiski , whose art will be gracing the walls of the cafe in the month of March. Join us on Friday, March 6, 5pm-7pm, to enjoy Thomiski's work and grab a coffee and a biscuit.

Monterey Parks Cutting Day and Horticultural Fair 2026

 
3/21/26
 
free
 
Colton Hall Lawn

Monterey Parks Division presents the 69th Annual Cutting Day and Horticultural Fair at Friendly Plaza next to Colton Hall, held rain or shine. In addition to a bounty of cuttings, exhibits this year will include information on drought resistant plants, propagation, and more. Free tree seedlings will be given away!

Lighthouse District Meet and Greet

 
2/26/26
 
Free
 
456 Lighthouse

Don't miss the Lighthouse District's first-ever Meet and Greet, a welcoming evening bringing together businesses, residents, and community partners on Thursday, 2/26, 5pm-8pm at Veloce Media, 456 Lighthouse Ave. RSVP HERE .

The event will feature food and refreshments, local business pop-ups, raffle prizes, and a relaxed setting to connect with neighbors and local business owners. PARKING INFO .

Food & drinks by: Gianni’s Pizza , International Cafe , Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine , Daney's Mini Mart , Pelican Pizza

Raffle prizes by: American Burger, Carpets & Floors , Current Comics , Escape Room 831 , Headdress , InSight Eyewear , Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine , Monterey Hostel , Off The Charts , On The Beach Surf Shop , Oystertown , Recycled Records , Rosebuds Kids Co.

Info tables by: Carpets & Floors , Escape Room 831 , Fashion Trade , InSight Eyewear , International Cafe , Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine , Lighthouse Massage , Monterey Hostel , NMBA , NMNA , On The Beach Surf Shop

Speed Networking at The Pearl Works

 
2/25/26
 
$15/$25
 
The Pearl Works

The Pearl Works, the Professional Women's Network, and the Old Monterey Business Association present an evening of speed networking! Join us for a high-energy evening where conversations move quickly, connections spark instantly, and opportunities multiply.

Whether you’re looking for a new collaborator or mentor or want to expand your network, this event is for you. Fee is $15 for members of TPW, PWN, and OMBA, $25 for all others. Register here.

She.Is.Beautiful Community Meet-Up at Fleet Feet

 
2/21/26
 
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

She.Is.Beautiful invites you to a community meet-up at Fleet Feet Monterey on Sat, Feb. 21. We’ll meet in the store at 8am and head out to the Monterey Rec Trail.

All levels are welcome: run, walk, stroller push, or dog walk. You can go as long (or short) as you'd like: 10k, 5k, or less. After, we'll meet back at Fleet Feet for coffee and snacks.

8th Annual Taste of Campbell Fundraiser for Campbell CERT

 
3/28/26
 
$55
 
Campbell Community Center

Taste of Campbell 2026 will be on Saturday, March 28th! Here's your chance to sample bites from a variety of Campbell food establishments and try beer & wines from local wineries and breweries.

NMNA Annual Meeting and Election 2026

 
2/4/26
 
Free
 
Hilltop Park Center

The New Monterey Neighborhood Association (NMNA) Annual Meeting and Election is the association's most important event of the year, and all New Monterey residents are welcome!

On Wednesday, February 4, 6:30pm-9pm, at Hilltop Park Center we'll elect NMNA officers and more .

Winter Puzzle Exchange at Monterey Public Library 2026

 
1/31/26
 
Free
 
Monterey Public Library

Wintertime evokes early evenings, hot beverages, cozy blankets, and PUZZLES! On Saturday, January 31, 10am-1pm, bring your gently used puzzles to Monterey Public Library's Community Room and exchange them for another. What's old to you will be new to someone...

New Specialty Coffee Shop: Six Over

Monterey, CA

Six Over Coffee and Company, a small but mighty coffee shop, has recently opened at 160 Webster Street.

Owned and operated by two locals, TJ and Avery, Six Over is brewing up well-sourced beans into expertly crafted coffee and espresso beverages and serving hot and cold tea drinks and baked goods. Open Wed-Mon, 6:30am-2:30pm.

Coffee with a Cop at Crepes of Brittany

 
1/28/26
 
 
Crepes of Brittany

The Monterey Police Department will be hosting their first Coffee with a Cop event of the year! Join them at Crepes of Brittany on Wed, Jan. 28, 9am-11am for hot drinks, crepes, and a chat.

Play Full Ground: Spring Studio Program Info Session

 
1/17/26
 
Free
 
Play Full Ground

You’re invited to Play Full Ground's Spring Studio Program Information Sessions and Conversations on January 17 & 24, 2pm-3:30pm.

Come meet artist and educator Mai Ryuno , learn about Play Full Ground's new studio programs for high-school aged students (independent study time, art/creativity classes, and afterschool art studio), and share what you're looking for in a creative learning space. Learn more.

Annual Chocolate and Wine Benefit for Monterey Public Library 2026

 
2/21/26
 
$75
 
Monterey Public Library

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation presents the 21st Annual Chocolate & Wine Benefit at Monterey County Library for ages 21 and over.

Celebrate with chocolate, wine, beer, savory snacks, live music, and a silent auction at the library. Tickets are $75 - purchase here . Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Adobes of Monterey: A Plein Air Exhibition at Casa Gutierrez

Monterey, CA

Adobes of Monterey: A Plein Air Exhibition is now on display at historic Casa Gutierrez at 590 Calle Principal. The exhibition is free and open to the public Fridays and Saturdays, 11am-3pm.

The exhibition features 12 paintings of adobes houses and gardens in Monterey State Historic Park by members of the Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters Association.

Mocktails and Mingles at Pearl Hour

 
1/10/26
 
$5
 
Pearl Hour

Monterey Peninsula Pride hosts Mocktails and Mingles at Pearl Hour cocktail bar on Saturday, January 10, 6pm-9pm.

Join us for some simply sweet and seasonal mocktails (and option cocktails) plus the opportunity to mix and mingle with LGBTQIA+ folks and allies.

2025 Lighthouse District Holiday Display Contest Winners

Monterey, CA

The New Monterey Business Association congratulates the winners of our 2025 Lighthouse District Holiday Display Contest!

**Best Holiday Display with Lighting**
InSight Eyewear
490 Lighthouse Ave

Honorable Mention
Carpets & Floors, Inc.
471 Lighthouse Ave

**Best Holiday Display, Minimally Lit**
On The Beach Surf Shop
693 Lighthouse Ave

Honorable Mention
The Leather Company
638 Lighthouse Ave

We encourage everyone to come down and view the creative, amusing, and beautiful holiday displays in the windows of shops and restaurants along Lighthouse Ave.

Exciting New Programs at Play Full Ground in 2026

Monterey, CA

Play Full Ground is launching new part-time programs on January 26.

There will be part-time options for students in grades 9-12 to participate in art and creativity classes, enjoy independent study time in our comfortable space, or get involved in afterschool art programs.

These options are great for homeschoolers as well as students enrolled in public or private schools. Learn more.