Week of Events
Easter Weekend Celebration
Join us for our annual Easter Celebration from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5 at South County Grove. Participate in our FREE Easter Egg Hunts all weekend long (3 per day) with over 100,000 colorful eggs! From fun photo ops and blooming gardens to all your favorite rides and attractions, it will be a […]
Easter Weekend Celebration
Join us for our annual Easter Celebration from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5 at South County Grove. Participate in our FREE Easter Egg Hunts all weekend long (3 per day) with over 100,000 colorful eggs! From fun photo ops and blooming gardens to all your favorite rides and attractions, it will be a […]
Dial A Story: New story released
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.
Monday, April 6, 2026
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April 6, 2026 -Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
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April 6, 2026 -Teen Job Fair
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 Job Fair
Explore What’s Possible. Build New Skills. Shape Your Future. Youth ages 13–19 can connect with local employers, organizations, and programs that support career exploration and skill-building. Exhibitors will share information about part-time and seasonal jobs, internships, volunteer opportunities, community resources, and career training programs—helping young people take their next step toward employment and future success. […]
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026 -Music With Mary Lee
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April 8, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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April 8, 2026 -After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
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.
After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
Join us at the Seaside Library on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month for gaming. We will have Mario Kart, Smash Bros, FIFA, and more.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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April 9, 2026 -STEAM Thursday
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April 9, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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April 9, 2026 -Storytime Jamboree
STEAM Thursday
Join us on Thursday mornings from 10:15-10:45 for a new STEAM project every week! Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics are crucial for developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and creativity. WHEN: Every Thursday from 10:15-10:45 am FEE: Free for MY Museum members /Included with Daily Admission for non-members
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 […]
Storytime Jamboree
Bring 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
Friday, April 10, 2026
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April 10, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
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April 10, 2026 -Storytime with the Aquarium
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April 10, 2026 -Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
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April 10, 2026MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Postpartum Wellness Group
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.
Storytime with the Aquarium
Join us for a special storytime with guests from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Together we’ll have some ocean fun trough stories, songs, and movement!
Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
Get 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 […]
MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Seussical ™ Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Todd Siff Choreographed by Deanna Ross Morgan Stock Stage April 9 at 7pm April 10 at 7pm April 11 at […]
Saturday, April 11, 2026
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April 11, 2026 -Whalefest Monterey
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April 11, 2026 -Take a Walk on the Wild Side at Monterey Zoo
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April 11, 2026 -Dads Read
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April 11, 2026MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Whalefest Monterey
Inspiring, educating, and empowering the public to protect and explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. This fun and free family-friendly event features speakers, scientists, and educators. The festival offers a wide array of marine exhibitors, music, activities, art, a history walk, boat display, showcases and much more.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side at Monterey Zoo
CANCELLED EVENT. Get ready for one of the most unforgettable events of the year. You'll enjoy a 2K run/walk through the zoo, family fun activities, artisans and vendors, and zoo exploration after the festivities.
Dads Read
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
MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Seussical ™ Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Todd Siff Choreographed by Deanna Ross Morgan Stock Stage April 9 at 7pm April 10 at 7pm April 11 at […]
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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April 12, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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April 12, 2026 -Whalefest Monterey
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April 12, 2026 -BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
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April 12, 2026 -Second Sunday Artisan Faire
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April 12, 2026 -MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Downtown Antique Fair
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! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. For info on vendor spaces, call (831) 476-6940.
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, collectibles and more! https://downtownsantacruz.com/do/santa-cruz-antique-street-faire
Whalefest Monterey
Inspiring, educating, and empowering the public to protect and explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. This fun and free family-friendly event features speakers, scientists, and educators. The festival offers a wide array of marine exhibitors, music, activities, art, a history walk, boat display, showcases and much more.
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 & […]
Second Sunday Artisan Faire
Check out the local vendors and free live music on a Sunday afternoon at Abbott Square.
MPC Theatre Arts presents Seussical
Seussical ™ Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Todd Siff Choreographed by Deanna Ross Morgan Stock Stage April 9 at 7pm April 10 at 7pm April 11 at […]