Holidays

Holiday Book Sale at Monterey Public Library 2023

 
12/8/23
 
 
Monterey Public Library

Monterey Public Library Friends and Foundation is hosting a Holiday Book Sale Dec. 8 & 9, 10am-4pm, in the Community Room of the Library. You'll find gently used books across all genres. Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Bottle Discount at Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

 
11/25/23
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

In honor of Small Business Saturday, Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant is offering 20% off your purchase of 3 or more bottles of wine today only.

Storewide Holiday Sale at Work Horse Bicycles 2023

Monterey, CA

Work Horse Bicycles is having a storewide holiday sale! Get great deals on bicycles and clothing through Dec. 24. Located at 486 Washington Street, we're open Sun & Mon, 10am-5pm; Tue-Fri, 10am-6pm; and Sun, 9am-6pm (open Christmas Eve until 3pm).

Storewide Sale at Work Horse Bicycles

 
11/25/23
 
 
Work Horse Bicycles

Work Horse Bicycles is having a storewide sale! Get great deals on bicycles and clothing from Nov. 22 through Dec. 24 at 3pm. Work Horse is an independent, locally-owned bike shop.

Holiday Show Open House at Youth Arts Collective 2023

 
11/18/23
 
free
 
Youth Arts Collective

Youth Arts Collective invites you to view our artists' 2023 Holiday Show in person during our open house events on Dec. 2 and Dec. 9, 12pm-4pm. Enjoy the artwork and don't miss the opportunity to take home a stunning piece right away if you decide to make a purchase.

YAC's Holiday Art Show will run through December. Can't make it to one of our open houses? View the show online here.

Youth Day at International Market and Deli

 
11/25/23
 
free
 
International Market & Deli

On Saturday, November 25, International Market and Deli will host children's art activities and snack-making, offer food samples for all ages, and hold a cooking demonstration for adults at 2pm. We'll also serve complimentary tea to all our guests. More details here.

In celebrating the arrival of the holiday season, we're focusing on activities for all ages encouraging peace, tolerance, and mutual understanding for a better future.

Food Drive at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monterey

Monterey, CA

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monterey invites you to join us in supporting our local food bank by bringing canned or dried food items to the studio at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Nov. 6-20.

Every 5 items donated will give you one entry into our raffle. At the end of the month, names will be drawn and a winner will get a free rashguard of their choice.

Fifty Percent Discount at Choose Your Treasure

 
11/25/23
 
 
Choose Your Treasure

Choose Your Treasure second hand store is celebrating our fifth anniversary in business! Throughout the month of November, we're offering 50% off everything in the shop. We carry new and used clothing and shoes for the entire family plus furniture, kitchenware, home decor, books, and movies.

Record Store Day at Recycled Records

 
11/24/23
 
 
Recycled Records

Recycled Records will celebrate Record Store Day on Black Friday, with exclusive album releases plus freshly restocked new arrivals and recent releases. It will be a great day to pick up an album or two, and maybe do some holiday shopping!

Support Youth Arts Collective and MY Museum Through Monterey County Gives!

Monterey, CA

Downtown Old Monterey is fortunate to be home to two very worthy non-profit organizations that work with children and youth: MY Museum and Youth Arts Collective . Please consider supporting local kids at all stages of their development by donating to these two organizations through Monterey County Gives this season.

Now through December 31, participating community partners will match a percentage of your gift, increasing the impact of your donation.

Foster's Fosters Holiday Gift Drive at Johnny Wicks

Monterey, CA

Johnny Wicks Candle Studio is hosting our third annual holiday gift drive for foster children. The mission of the project is to bring joy, laughter, and a sense of belonging to those children who, for various reasons, don't have the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas like most of us do.

Whether it's a warm coat, a special gift, or a memorable Christmas experience, we welcome donations of gifts and gift cards dropped off during business hours at the studio at 499 Calle Principal, or you can make a financial donation here

Webster Street Art Gallery Celebrates Small Business Saturday

 
11/25/23
 
 
Webster Street Art Gallery - CLOSED

Webster Street Art Gallery invites you to join us on Small Business Saturday, 11am-3pm, for art and live music. View our current exhibit by local artist Elizabeth Wrightman along with our eclectic selection of contemporary art.

Today, gallery owner Mark Johnson will play the traditional Chinese ghuzeng (zither) at the gallery for guests.

Paint Ceramic Ornaments at Casey Starks Studio

 
12/3/23
 
$50
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Ceramic Painting Night where we'll paint ornaments on Sunday, December 3, 5pm-6:30pm. Fee is $50. Please register on our website.

Looking for an easy and fun project to do in an evening with your pals? Come paint three ceramic ornaments! No experience required. Ages 12 and up.

Thanksgiving Pies at Alta Bakery 2023

Monterey, CA

It's pie time! Come to Alta Bakery and Cafe and preorder pies for your Thanksgiving festivities. We have 3 delicious options: classic pumpkin pie ($36), pecan-honey pie ($38), and apple pie ($40). To order, visit us at 502 Munras Avenue or click here .

Special Discounts at Gasper's Jewelers...and a Free Watch Battery

 
11/25/23
 
 
Gasper's Jewelers

In honor of Small Business Saturday, Gasper's Jewelers is offering a 20% discount off any purchase of $100 or more today only. And, if you're willing to leave your watch with us today, we'll replace your watch battery (lithium or silver oxide) for free.

Enjoy a Free Thanksgiving Crepe at Manasiri's

 
11/22/23
 
 
Manasiri's Crepes and Sandwiches

At Manasiri's Crepes and Sandwiches, we're grateful for all of our local customers. That's why, the day before Thanksgiving, we're offering you a free Thanksgiving Crepe (cheese, turkey, and cranberry sauce). Stop by, enjoy a free Thanksgiving Crepe on us, and get in the holiday spirit.

Holiday Sale at Lighthouse Books 2023

 
11/24/23
 
 
Lighthouse Books

Lighthouse Books is holding our annual holiday sale over Thanksgiving weekend! Buy 2 books, get 1 book free. Buy 1 movie/TV series (DVD or Blu-Ray), get 1 free.

Join us on Black Friday (11/24), Small Business Saturday (11/25), or Some Other Excuse Sunday (11/26). We're open 11am-6pm daily.

Preorder Thanksgiving Desserts and Fresh Bread from Paris Bakery

Monterey, CA

This Thanksgiving, Paris Bakery is offering a beautiful selection of pies - pumpkin, pecan, apple, blueberry, cherry, key lime, lemon meringue, peach, and mincemeat - in addition to special themed cookies and a full assortment of fresh breads and baked goods.

Preorder your Thanksgiving delights by Sunday, Nov. 19 at 2pm for pick-up on Wednesday, Nov. 22 - call us at 831-646-1620. We're located at 271 Bonifacio Place.

Holiday Sale at Current Comics 2023

 
11/24/23
 
 
Current Comics

On Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, November 24 & 25, Current Comics is offering all Boxed Back Issues for just $2 (except for the ones labeled "Priced as Marked").

Holiday Party Packages from La Bahia

Monterey, CA

Family-owned La Bahia Restaurant, home of the best miches in town, now has party packages for the holiday season! We're offering our very own michelada mix, chamoy drip, and drippy cups. But you have to pre-order 24 hours in advance - give us a call at 831-884-5269.

La Bahia is open Tue-Sun at 675 Lighthouse Avenue.

Artisan Holiday Craft Sale at Slowfiber 2023

 
11/25/23
 
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents our first-ever Artisan Holiday Craft Sale opening Saturday, Nov. 25, 10am-3pm, and continuing through Dec. 23 at the shop. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, & more by 12+ local makers .

Christmas in the Adobes 2023

 
12/8/23
 
$30/$45
 
Custom House Store

Christmas in the Adobes on December 8 & 9 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 and the restoration of the historic First Theatre.

Tickets are $30 per night for adults and free for children and youth age 17 and under. A 2-night Gold Pass is available for $45. Reserve your tickets online today.

Small Business Saturday in Downtown Old Monterey 2023

 
11/25/23
 
 
Old Monterey

This holiday season, Downtown Old Monterey invites you to Shop Small and support locally-owned businesses. Your gifts warm the hearts of loved ones near and far and those purchases help our community remain vibrant.

Throughout the district on Saturday, November 25, there will be special offers and fun things to do. View our list here.

Ice Skating by the Bay 2023

 
11/24/23
 
$15/$13
 
Custom House Plaza

Celebrate the holidays at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink, open daily November 24 - December 31 . At Custom House Plaza, located behind Portola Hotel & Spa in Old Monterey, skaters can spend the day in a winter wonderland by the Bay.

Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for children 12 & under. Skate rental fee is $5.

Holiday Reception at Venture Gallery

 
12/2/23
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet the local artists behind our December group show, A Few of My Favorite Things . Drop by the gallery for our holiday reception, view these small, favorite works of art, and speak with the creators. Attendees may enter their names in a drawing to win a $200 gallery gift certificate.