Live Music

Hear music the way it was meant to be: live, in person. Indoors or outdoors, small venue or large, experience a unique performance and have fun being part of an audience.

Upcoming Events

Frazier Canet at Puma Road

 
11/14/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriters Casey Frazier and Sarah Canet . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Blaise DiGirolamo at Puma Road

 
11/15/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist and singer Blaise DiGirolamo performing cover songs and originals. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite...

Landing Trio at Albatross Ridge

 
11/15/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the Landing Trio featuring Keith Rayburn, Eliza James, and Rick Chelew. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
11/16/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist and songwriter Peter Barnes Martin . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Gary Meek Band at Wendi Kirby Music 2025

 
11/16/25
 
$50
 
Wendi Kirby Music, LLC

Wendi Kirby Music presents the Gary Meek Band on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 4pm. Don't miss this chance to hear a group of some of the best jazz musicians on California's Central Coast, gathered together to perform Gary's original music. Tickets are $50 - purchase here .

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
11/19/25
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Every Wednesday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Ben Herod Trio beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

Open Mic Night at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
11/20/25
 
free
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Come to Bon Ton L'Roy's every Thursday, 7pm-10pm, and share some music at our Open Mic Night. Join this friendly, supportive group of people for a fun, low-key evening of originals and covers and make some new friends.

Kito Rayburn at Puma Road

 
11/21/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Kito Rayburn . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Maya Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
11/21/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musician Maya Rayburn. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

bronnwynn at Puma Road

 
11/22/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents vocalist bronnwynn, who brings her jazz vocal training to the table and fuses it with pop, rock, folk, and country.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite musical acts.

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
11/22/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musician Ryan Sesma . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
11/23/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Glenn Bell . In recent years, he has performed as a member of the bands Sensory Tribe, The BASSment, and Yeobo.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Ryan Sesma at Melville Tavern

 
11/25/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Ryan Sesma. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

The Landing Trio at Puma Road

 
11/28/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the Landing Trio featuring Keith Rayburn, Eliza James, and Rick Chelew. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Dan Cioper at Albatross Ridge

 
11/28/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Americana/Blues/Rock/Reggae- Roots musician Dan Cioper . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

About Albatross Ridge...

Talmon Owens at Puma Road

 
11/29/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Talmon Owens of Magenta Spreen. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

About...

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
11/29/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter RJ DeMarco . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Cement Ship at Albatross Ridge

 
11/30/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Tim Brady, a.k.a Cement Ship . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Shilstone and Wilson at Melville Tavern

 
12/2/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature Mark Shilstone and Rod Wilson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm.

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
12/5/25
 
free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Come celebrate the weekend with Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street with extended hours and free access to the galleries every First Friday of the month, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy an all-ages community gathering featuring art, music, refreshments, and a casual vibe.

Dave Holodiloff Duo at Colton Hall

 
12/6/25
 
Free
 
Colton Hall

The City of Monterey presents the Dave Holodiloff Duo on Saturday, Dec. 6, 4pm-5:30pm, at Colton Hall. Admission is free - registration required .

Join Dave Holodiloff (vocals, mandolin, guitar) and Elijjah McCullar (violin) on a fun, all-ages journey through a variety of musical genres. They'll get your feet tapping!

Dr. T and the Remedy at Melville Tavern

 
12/9/25
 
no cover
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature Dr. T and the Remedy, with Greg Tapson and Steve Moseley. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover charge.

Tower of Power Holidays and Hits Tour

 
12/18/25
 
$89/$189 + $6.50 Facility Fee
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

For 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music and a limited number of premium VIP Soundcheck Experience passes are available for this show!

First Night Monterey 2026

 
12/31/25
 
 
Old Monterey District

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 2026! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

BENISE - 25 Years of Passion!

 
2/21/26
 
$49.50 - $98.50 + $6.50 FF
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

Emmy Award Winning Spanish Guitar and Dance Spectacular.
2025 marks the year that Benise, "The Prince of Spanish Guitar, "launches his 25th Anniversary Tour and 8th PBS Special "25 Years of Passion!" Armed with his Spanish Guitar...

Easton Corbin

 
2/26/26
 
$90 + $6.50 Facility Fee
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

Known for No. 1 singles like “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll With It,” Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade.

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy and the Celtic All-Stars

 
2/28/26
 
$75 + $6.50 Facility Fee
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

This musical journey will feature true all-stars of the Celtic world from Ireland, England, Scotland and beyond. Cape Breton’s Celtic legend Natalie MacMaster and Fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy invite some of the World’s top Celtic Musicians to join them for an incredible night!

Past Events

Memory Lane at Melville Tavern

 
11/4/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature Memory Lane, playing music from the 60s and 70s. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

George Woods at Wendi Kirby Music

 
2/29/24
 
$30
 
Wendi Kirby Music, LLC

Wendi Kirby Music presents a solo acoustic concert featuring singer-songwriter George Woods on Thursday, February 29 at 7pm. Tickets are $30 - purchase here .

George is a seasoned performer with a near-familial stage presence who boils down to a bubbling mixture of deep thoughts and dad jokes.

Joyce Sampson at Puma Road

 
2/23/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Joyce Sampson . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Joyce Sampson's recording and...

Y&T at Golden State Theatre 2022

 
9/30/22
 
$35-$65
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre hosts a rescheduled performance by Y&T on Friday, September 30 at 8pm. Tickets are $35-$65. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Before Mötley Crüe,...

Gin Fragonard at Puma Road

 
8/17/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Gin Fragonard . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Jon-Mark Hurley Christmas Concert at Wendi Kirby Music

 
12/15/24
 
$39
 
Wendi Kirby Music, LLC

Wendi Kirby Music presents The Most Wonderful Time , a concert of Christmas favorites performed by Jon-Mark Hurley , on Sunday, December 15, 4pm-5:30pm. Tickets are $39 - purchase here .

Don't miss this consummate performer singing Christmas songs and carols. And be prepared to get involved - a portion of the evening will have the whole audience singing along.

Linda Arceo at Puma Road

 
5/13/22
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Linda Arceo . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Linda Arceo is an...

Brews for a Cause at Monterey Museum of Art

 
12/12/24
 
By donation
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join us at Monterey Museum of Art for an exclusive after-hours fundraising event filled with local craft beer, food and beverages, and a performance by local hip-hop, soul, and funk band, The BASSment! Ages 21+ only. Learn more here.

Steven Ybarra at 2017 Campbell Summer Concert Series

 
7/6/17
 
Free
 
Orchard City Green

Houston, Texas born country singer and songwriter Steven Ybarra has captivated and energized crowds across North America with his signature country pop sound. Ybarra’s new single, “Why Would I Do That” has put him on the ballot for multiple GRAMMY considerations in 2017. Steven Ybarra tours nationally and has been featured with Eric Church, Darius Rucker, Carrie Underwood, Shania Twain, Gavin DeGraw, and many others.

Monterey Jazz Regional All-Stars Perform at Esteban Restaurant

 
7/8/25
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

Esteban Restaurant invites you to enjoy live jazz on our patio as the 2025 Monterey Jazz Regional All-Stars take center stage this summer. With a dinner reservation, you'll enjoy extraordinary performances by talented student musicians representing the best of Monterey County.

Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7pm, 7/8, 7/15, 8/5. For reservations call 831-375-0176.