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  • December 2025

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Winter Wonderland in Santa Cruz

    Simpkins Family Swim Center 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

    Breakfast with the Grinch ($15 adult, $7 for children 7 and under) with two sessions. Free entry to other festivities including holiday market and live performances from 9 AM-2 PM.

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Dads Read

    Dads Read

    Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, Marina

    Join us for our monthly storytime featuring community readers! Activities include: Monterey County Food Bank Outdoor play with toys Coloring Corner Shea's Gymnastics FREE clothing exchange by Buy Nothing Marina

  • Sat 13
    Featured December 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Dads Read Santa Reader in Marina

    Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, Marina

    This month's reader is Santa Gene Doherty from the North Pole. Take a photo with Santa (until 11:30 AM, rock painting, clothing exchange, outdoor play with bubbles, toys and more.

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Monterey Bay Charter School Winter Faire 2025

    Monterey Bay Charter School 1004 David Avenue, Monterey, United States

    Create unique handmade gifts Shop handcrafted goods Enjoy delicious food & drinks Indulge in gift wrapping https://mbayschool.org/events/winter-faire-2025/

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 10:45 am - 12:00 pm

    North Pole at The Barnyard in Carmel

    The Barnyard 3663 The Barnyard, Carmel, United States

    Santa arrives at 10:45 am in a firetruck. Photo ops, family fun, and arts & crafts.

  • Sat 13
    Featured December 13 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Christmas on the Wharf Monterey

    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 […]

  • Sat 13
    Featured December 13 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Monterey Peninsula Barter Fair

    Open Ground Studios 1230 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, United States

    Come trade your homemade goods & unique skills at the Monterey Peninsula Barter Fair - a fun (and free) way to share and connect with your community! Join us for […]

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Second Saturday Watsonville

    Second Saturday Watsonville

    Downtown Watsonville Main Street, Watsonville, United States

    What to Expect: 🎭 Live Performances by Local Musicians, Dancers & Theater Groups 🧒 Kid-Friendly Activities including Arts & Crafts, Face Painting & Story Time 🛍️ Shop Local with Pop-Ups […]

  • Sat 13
    Featured December 13 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Snow Day in Castroville

    Castroville Recreation Center 11261 Crane Street, Castroville, United States

    Enjoy the snow park! Gifts for ages 0-18 while supplies last. Take a picture with grinch and Santa.

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Carmel Art Walk

    Carmel Art Walk

    downtown Carmel Carmel, United States

    Founded and run by local artists, the Carmel Art Walk is a free and family-friendly event. Support our local artists and keep the HEART of Carmel beating strong! Carmel Art […]

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 4:45 pm - 6:45 pm

    Star Party in Carmel Valley

    Garland Park Visitor Center 700 W Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, United States

    Explore the night sky with MIRA scientists at Garland Ranch. All ages welcome.

  • Sat 13
    December 13 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm RADIUM GIRLS by D.W. Gregory

    RADIUM GIRLS by D.W. Gregory

    Monterey High Welch Theatre 101 Herrmann Drive, Monterey, CA, United States

    The 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 […]

    $8 – $15
  • Sun 14
    December 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Downtown Antique Fair

    Downtown Antique Fair

    Downtown Santa Cruz Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

    The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! […]

  • Sun 14
    December 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Downtown Antique Fair

    Downtown Antique Fair

    The Santa Cruz Antique Faire takes place on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8AM - 5PM. Shop for treasures from dozens of vendors on Lincoln Street offering eclectic antiques, unique finds, vintage clothing, […]

  • Sun 14
    December 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Brunch with Santa in Santa Cruz

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, United States

    Make the holiday season extra special with a morning of festive fun. Join Santa for brunch at The Grove. You'll experience a charming story time with Santa and cookie decorating. […]

  • Sun 14
    December 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

    BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX

    We are a sanctioned track by the American Bicycle Association (USABMX). Our track is designed to be manuevered by all skill level riders. There is no age requirement in BMX, […]

  • Sun 14
    Featured December 14 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Christmas on the Wharf Monterey

    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 […]

  • Sun 14
    December 14 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Second Sunday Artisan Faire

    Second Sunday Artisan Faire

    Abbott Square 725 Front Street, Santa Cruz, United States

    Check out the local vendors and free live music on a Sunday afternoon at Abbott Square.

  • Mon 15
    December 15 Dial A Story: New story released

    Dial A Story: New story released

    Virtual

    Each Monday a new story is released from Monterey County Free Libraries. Parents can dial-a-story for kids and get a break! Stories are available free of charge 24/7.

  • Mon 15
    December 15 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Knitting and Crocheting Group

    Knitting and Crocheting Group

    Oldemeyer Center Hilby Avenue, Seaside

    Love to knit or crochet? Come hang out with our friendly group! All skills levels welcome! Bring your yarn and let’s get stitching. Weekly on Mondays from 9:30 am-11:30 am.

  • Mon 15
    December 15 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    It's a new day for storytime in the pavilion at Earthbound Farm Stand. Each Monday at 10:30 am and at 11:00 am.

  • Tue 16
    December 16 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tech Support in Marina

    Tech Support in Marina

    Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, Marina

    Need 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.

  • Tue 16
    December 16 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Make and Explore at John Steinbeck Library in Salinas

    Make and Explore at John Steinbeck Library in Salinas

    John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, United States

    Join us in the library for Make & Explore, our family craft event featuring a fun activity or hands on experiment! Spend some quality time together creating and learning through […]

    Free
  • Tue 16
    December 16 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Make & Explore

    Make & Explore

    Join us in the library for Make & Explore, our family craft event featuring a fun activity or hands on experiment! Spend some quality time together creating and learning through […]

  • Tue 16
    December 16 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Free Boxes of Produce

    Free Boxes of Produce

    WIC Office 632 East Alisal Street, Salinas, United States

    Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). […]

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