Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
MY Museum Washington Street, MontereyGet crafty every Friday morning! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language and social-emotional development. Every Friday, MY Museum will host a craft expert to guide kids and caregivers in a fun, hands-on project. Families will enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Leave the mess to us […]
Tides and Tinsel Winter Market in Moss Landing
Woodward Marine Market 10928 Clam Way, Moss Landing, United StatesFree community event with opportunities to step aboard and tour the historic Western Flyer, learn about science, enjoy local artists and makers, and celebrate the season.
Christmas on the Wharf Monterey
Fisherman’s Wharf Association is pleased to announce the FREE 9th Annual Christmas on the Wharf celebration, returning to historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey, California, which is celebrating its 180th Anniversary in 2025. This beloved holiday tradition attracts locals and visitors from across the state, nation, and around the world. The event will span three […]
Tech Support in Marina
Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, MarinaNeed help downloading books? Audiobooks? Do you have a divide you want to learn more about? Sign up for a one-hour one-on-one tech support session.
Tech Support in Marina
Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, MarinaNeed help downloading books? Audiobooks? Do you have a divide you want to learn more about? Sign up for a one-hour one-on-one tech support session.
Holiday Used Book Crawl on the Monterey Peninsula
Shop gently used books for adults and children. Enjoy seasonal nibbles and pick up gift certificates perfect for gift giving. Visit all four sales to support our public libraries. Friends of Harrison Memorial Library Sunset Center Book Room, San Carlos & 10th, Carmel Thursday, December 4 3:00-5:00 PM Saturday, December 6 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM […]
Downtown Monterey’s Traditional Tree Lighting
Colton Hall 570 Pacific Street, Monterey, United StatesThe Old Monterey Business Association, First Night Monterey, and KMBY, with support from the City of Monterey, will once again sponsor Historic Downtown Monterey’s Traditional Tree Lighting Celebration, with carols, music, and good cheer on Friday evening, December 5 at 5:00 PM. Monterey residents and visitors are urged to save the date and meet on the lawn in front of […]
Carmel Plaza Open House
Carmel Plaza Ocean Avenue & Mission Street, Carmel, United StatesLive music and entertainment, food, visit with Santa, children's activities, and more.
First Friday Salinas Christmas Carolers
Downtown Salinas 200 Main Street, Salinas, United StatesThe Peninsula Harmony Company will share their rich harmonies and joyful energy during First Friday Salinas. https://salinascitycenter.com/whats-going-on/first-friday/
Night Market 831
Sand City Art Park 525 Ortiz Avenue, Sand City, United StatesBringing the community together for delicious dinner options, sweet treats, plus beer and wine, a rotating cast of local artists and makers and live music.
Marina Christmas Tree Lighting and Santa in the Neighborhood
Vince Dimaggio Park Del Monte Blvd., MarinaMarina Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration at Vince DiMaggio Park. This free family event is held the first Friday in December. This year the Tree Lighting will be on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Santa in the Neighborhood will be on Saturday, December 6, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m., around […]
Winter Wonderland in Seaside
Seaside City Hall 440 Harcourt Avenue, Seaside, United StatesJoin us for a magical evening at Seaside’s Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting! Friday, December 5th | 6–9 PM 440 Harcourt Ave, Seaside, CA Enjoy festive lights, community cheer, and holiday fun for all ages!
RADIUM GIRLS by D.W. Gregory
Monterey High Welch Theatre 101 Herrmann Drive, Monterey, CA, United StatesThe MHS Players proudly present RADIUM GIRLS by D.W. Gregory Based on true events, RADIUM GIRLS tells the powerful story of the young women who worked at the Radium Dial Factory, painting luminous watch faces to support the World War I effort. Unknowingly exposed to deadly radiation, these brave workers faced devastating illness and an […]
Grinch Breakfast in Salinas
PAL Armory 100 Howard Street, Salinas, United StatesGuess who's back and "Grinching" it up for Christmas? That's right, The Grinch Breakfast is making a triumphant return to JINGLETOWN - the all themed Christmas pop-up - at Salinas PAL. Join us for a new and improved heartwarming and mischievous holiday feast. The Grinch is coming, and he's up to his old tricks again. […]
Breakfast and Photos With Santa in Hollister
Veterans Memorial Building 649 San Benito Street, Hollister, United StatesEnjoy breakfast with Santa and have your photo taken. Adults 18 & up: $11, students ages 13-17: $10, Children 12 and under: $7. Photos with Santa are $10.
Early Bird Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
Elkhorn Slough Safari Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076Join us at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve every first Saturday of the month for a special early bird walk. #tours Details: Amateur and expert birders alike will find a place on the Early Bird Tour! Local guides Steve Johnston and Robert Horn alternate leading these walks, sharing the life histories of the birds that […]
In-Store Kids Workshops – Home Depot
The Home DepotJoin us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
MPUSD Science Fair in Seaside
Seaside High School 2200 Noche Buena Street, Seaside, United StatesSupport district students at the annual science fair.
Community Christmas Boutique in Morgan Hill
Community Christian 305 West Main Avenue, Morgan Hill, United StatesShop from local makers. Thirty plus vendors and food trucks.
Santa Cruz Holiday Parade
Downtown Santa Cruz Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, United StatesThe traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration and the annual tradition of highlighting Santa Cruz County schools, youth based organizations and local nonprofits. The Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade draws 1,200 participants and over 3,000 spectators. Rain or Shine! The parade route starts at the intersection of Laurel Street […]
Christmas Gift Collection Party
Monterey Church 401 Alvarado Street, Monterey, United StatesAll are invited to join in a morning of Christmas fun, music, and treats at Monterey Church. Please bring an unwrapped gift to benefit The Monterey Firefighters Foundation's Holiday Gift Drive to care for local families in need. Gifts for teenagers are most needed. Suggestion: $25 gift cards to Target, Amazon, or Wal Mart. Gifts […]
Marina Christmas Tree Lighting and Santa in the Neighborhood
downtown Marina CA, United StatesMarina Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration at Vince DiMaggio Park. This free family event is held the first Friday in December. This year the Tree Lighting will be on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Santa in the Neighborhood will be on Saturday, December 6, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m., around […]
First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
St. Mary's 146 12th St, Pacific Grove, United StatesPGPL Friends & Foundation holds the “First Saturday Book Sale” on the first Saturday of the month, 10am - 2pm at St. Mary's Church. The Bookstore at St. Mary's is open Monday through Friday 10am to 12pm.
Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
Welcome to the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Historical Society! Located next to the Salinas Amtrak station, we host an interactive HO scale layout and diorama recreating Monterey County railroads from the mid-1900s. We host an Open House for free to the public the first weekend each month. Admission is free and children are always […]
Christmas on the Wharf Monterey
Fisherman’s Wharf Association is pleased to announce the FREE 9th Annual Christmas on the Wharf celebration, returning to historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey, California, which is celebrating its 180th Anniversary in 2025. This beloved holiday tradition attracts locals and visitors from across the state, nation, and around the world. The event will span three […]