Events
5th Annual Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair
Free Multicultural Celebration: culture booths, performances, fashion show, international food, free activities & crafts. All ages welcome! Join us for the 5th Annual Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair, a free, family-friendly celebration of culture, community, and connection! This beloved nonprofit event is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12–4pm at Skypark in Scotts Valley, and […]
Downtown Santa Cruz: Porch Fest
Santa Cruz Porchfest is a free, all-ages, one-day music event that turns downtown porches into stages. Wander the neighborhood, follow the sound, and discover your new favorite band on a neighbor’s front steps. On the day: Several bands playing on porches across downtown. (Including the Santa Cruz County Visitor Center) Music from 12 to 6pm, […]
Sharktober at Asilomar
Join the Monterey Bay White Shark Project as researchers reveal the latest discoverers about the lives and behaviors of one of the oc\ean's most fascinating predators. Free admission.
Frolic and Revel in San Juan Bautista
Pirates parade, fairy story time, turkey legs and lots more. Call 831-260-4140 for additional info. Held on the following dates: September 19, 26 and October 3, 10, 17, 24
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, as long as you can ride on two wheels, you're good to go! Don't have a bike? We can help! We offer loaner bikes & […]
Ciclovia Salinas
Raffles, music, community resources, and more. 3 K fun run starts at 10 AM. Free event. For more info call 831-783-5777.
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 […]
Biketober
Bring your bike to this FREE, family event and learn how to maintain it in this hands-on workshop. Community experts will show you how to do a safety and maintenance check and do minor repairs to keep your wheels on the road. So get your bike out of the garage and get it fixed up […]
Rustique Wines Family Fall Market
Local vendors, food trucks, wine bar, free entry, open to all ages, live music.
Free Tour of Organic Farm in Santa Cruz
University of Santa Cruz Farm 152 Farm Road, Santa Cruz, United StatesTake a free, guided tour of the 30-acre organic UCSC Farm. Visitors can enjoy touring the organically managed greenhouses, hand-worked garden beds, orchards, row crop fields, and children’s garden, while learning about the history of the site and the basic concepts of organic farming and gardening. Perched on a meadow near the campus entrance, the […]
Dial A Story: New story released
VirtualEach 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.
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.
Teen Kelp Pressing in Pacific Grove
Free event making kelp pressings with Monterey Bay Aquarium. Free snacks and drinks, open to grades 6-12.
Mad Science at the Library
Calling all mad scientists! Get ready for some spooky science as we create new experiments every week and get ourselves in the Halloween spirit. Tuesdays in October (Oct. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2026) 3:30pm - 4:30pm El Gabilan Library
Sensory Story Time
Olivia & Daisy 13766 Center Street, Carmel Valley, United StatesJoin Us for Sensory Story Time! Presented by Olivia & Daisy × Children's Therapy Center Co. We’re so excited to invite you and your little ones to our next Sensory Story Time at Olivia & Daisy Bookstore in Carmel Valley! 🗓 When: First Wednesday of the month (7/2/25) ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM 📍 Where: Olivia […]
Storytime in Gonzales
Come for story time on Wednesday afternoons with stories, song, and fun. If you need a Spanish language interpreter, please call ahead to 831-386-6872.
Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
Buena Vista Branch Library 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, United StatesJoin us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.
Seaside Library Mending Circle
Learn basic sewing techniques from staff, limited supplies provided, use a sewing machine, meet others working on sewing projects. All for free on the first Wednesday of the month: September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2.
Boardwalk Fight Flicks
Bring your friends for a night of fun and frights! With a cocktail in your hand, enjoy your favorite scary movies in the historic Grove Ballroom. Wednesdays in October 7-28. $18 entry includes one drink ticket. Oct 7 Killer Klowns from Outer Space Oct 14 Shaun of the Dead Oct 21 Get Out Oct 28 […]
Seaside Farmers’ Market
Everyone’s Harvest in partnership with the City of Seaside operates the Seaside Certified Farmers' Market at Laguna Grande Park weekly on Thursdays from 3-7pm. We are truly excited for this opportunity to serve the Seaside community weekly with local sustainable produce, local food vendors and artisans, entertainment, and much more. Please see their website, www.everyonesharvest.org […]
Paws to Read in Monterey
Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United StatesSpend some time reading to a certified therapy dog. Participants will sign up for 10 minute reading sessions to read a selection of their choice to a new furry friend. Great for Kindergarten and up.
Marina Fire Department Open House
An afternoon of family fun, fire safety, and a behind the scenes look at your local fire department! Live fire demonstrations 6o Meet & interact with your Marina firefighters i Local food vendors m Family-friendly activities • Plus, learn how to Charge Into Fire Safety™ and practice safe charging at home! 208 Palm Avenue, Marina […]
Storytime Jamboree
John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, United StatesBring your family to Storytime Jamboree at the John Steinbeck Library! We'll read, sing, and dance together as we put the focus on fun and set the silly to 11. For ages 0-7, and older children are welcome to participate. For more information contact Joe at Josephr@ci.salinas.ca.us
Community Dinners at BLC Monterey
Come enjoy a potluck buffet, and if you feel up to it, bring a dish to share!
Monterey Festival of Birds
Come visit the Monterey Festival of Birds, celebrating another year of connection with nature and community. Offered this year is a handful of free events like our Birders Night Market where theres plenty to see learn and do for the whole family. And even guided field trips to places not yet open to the public.