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

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
10/26/25
 
 
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.

Cooper-Molera Adobe presents Monterey Bohemian Artisan Marketplace

 
10/28/25
 
Free
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Cooper-Molera Adobe presents Monterey Bohemian - a family-friendly celebration of local artisans, cuisine, live music, and museum tours on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 4pm-7pm. Free and open to all!

Discover handicrafts at our artisan market , learn local history at the museum, enjoy music by Naima Nascimento and friends, and more!

Tuesday Night Jam at Bulldog Sports Pub

 
10/28/25
 
 
Bulldog Sports Pub

Join Tribe in the Sky at Bulldog Sports Pub every Tuesday for our weekly jam session and community connection, 6:30pm-10pm. We feature a dynamic mix of music, comedy, and storytelling. All ages welcome. Pet-friendly.

Ryan Sesma at Melville Tavern

 
10/28/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Ryan Sesma. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
10/29/25
 
$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

 
10/30/25
 
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.

Landing Trio at Albatross Ridge

 
10/31/25
 
 
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.

Pattie Gilbert at Puma Road

 
10/31/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Halloween Masquerade at Cooper-Molera Adobe 2025

 
10/31/25
 
$40 cover
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

On Friday, October 31, come to the historic Cooper-Molera Adobe for an evening of mystery and celebration hosted by Cella Restaurant and Alta Bakery, 6pm-10pm.

Enjoy imaginative cocktails, local beer and wine, seasonal bites, dancing, a costume contest, live music by Rachel Spung and The Soul Service, and a burlesque performance by Carmel Delights Dance Company. Learn more.

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
11/2/25
 
 
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.

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.

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
11/7/25
 
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.

Alligator at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
11/8/25
 
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

On the second Saturday of every month at 7pm, Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents Alligator , a legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Enjoy good food and good times! Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Casey Frazier at Melville Tavern

 
11/11/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature singer-songwriter Casey Frazier . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Toast Band - The Ultimate Bread Experience

 
11/12/25
 
$39 - $55 + $4.00 Facility Fee
 
Campbell Heritage Theatre

TOAST is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70’s hit band, BREAD!
With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as “spot on” to the original recordings.

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, November 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.

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.

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.

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!

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