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 Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2023! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

Carpets and Floors will be participating in the Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, Nov. 26, when you can purchase quality flooring at a discounted price.

We'll showcase a collection of quality hand loomed and tufted wool area rugs and remnants. Sizes range from 2x5 to 12x18. We'll also feature family and pet friendly nylon, luxury vinyl plank, and tile. Prices start at $20.

On Small Business Saturday, November 26, Cooper Molera Adobe will be open and free to visitors and hosting a garden sale at the front of the museum, 10am-4pm.

We have plants propagated from the Cooper Gardens as well as...

Since the pandemic began, Carpe Diem Fine Books has been open only by appointment. Now owners James Bryant and Mary Hill are opening their doors wide for Christmas in the Adobes on December 9 &10 (5pm-9pm).

To make your holiday gift giving a breeze, there will be a store wide 20% discount and complimentary gift wrapping. Come enjoy our selection of nearly new and gently used out of print and collectible books.

The Old Monterey Business Association presents the Peninsula Harmony Company , singing and spreading good cheer on Alvarado Street every Saturday, 12pm-4pm, December 10-24. Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in Old Monterey.

On Small Business Saturday, November 26, 8am-9pm, Rosine's Restaurant will give you a bonus $20 gift card when you purchase $100 in gift cards. Gift cards can be bought in person at Rosine's or online here .

On Small Business Saturday, November 26, The Feral Market will be having a storewide sale of 10% off total purchases of $100 or more and 15% off total purchases of $200 or more (before tax).

Family owned and operated, The Feral Market carries a wide array of women's wear and fun gifts.

On Small Business Saturday, New Monterey's Lighthouse District invites you to join us 10am-5pm for a district-wide Holiday Sidewalk Sale, featuring special deals and holiday cheer at locally-owned retail shops up and down Lighthouse Avenue from Reeside to David. We'll have unique gift ideas just for you!

Golden State Theatre presents Switchfoot on their This Is Our Christmas Tour . Looking to warm up your holidays? Switchfoot is here for you with some California surf-rock holiday cheer.

An album full of nostalgia? Sunshine? Maybe even some honest anti-consumerist lyrics about Christmas muzak at the mall? Yes, yes, and yes - hear everything from fresh new takes on traditional classics to a few new, instant classics. To purchase tickets, please click here .

Christmas in the Adobes on December 9 & 10 is Monterey's signature holiday event! Stroll the streets of Monterey and stop in at any one of the many decorated adobes with soft holiday lights and entertainment. The event supports Monterey State Historic Park children's educational programs.

Tickets are $25 per night for adults and free for children and youth age 17 and under. A 2-night Gold Pass is available for $40. Reserve your tickets online today.

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12:15pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.