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.

County of Monterey Health Department is partnering with Salinas Valley Health and Alisal High School to provide free influenza ("flu") immunizations. Everyone 6 months of age and older is welcome. Children less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No appointment, ID, or insurance card is required. Call […]

Join in for a calm and inclusive evening at the low sensory pumpkin patch, designed for children with special needs and their families. Pick a pumpkin and decorate it! Space is limited, call 831-744-3808 for info.

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 play. Every third Tuesday of the month. For more information contact Joe at JosephR@ci.salinas.ca.us

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

What kind of world are we leaving for the next generation? In a time of mounting climate anxiety and geopolitical uncertainty, it is easy to feel that the system is failing. But while the headlines focus on extraction and conflict, there is a Plan B being engineered by communities in the places you'd least expect, […]

County of Monterey Health Department is partnering with Monterey Peninsula College Student Health Services to provide free influenza ("flu") immunizations. Everyone 6 months of age and older is welcome. Children less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No appointment, ID, or insurance card is required.

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.

Have your kids practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a shelter dog. Hitchcock Animal Services will provide an attentive and patient canine audience.

Seaside Library will now offer a pajama storytime once a month on the evening of every 3rd Wednesday.  Wear your favorite PJs and join us for bedtime stories and songs.  

Dive in and discover the magic and vital importance of seaweeds in coastal ocean ecosystems through the art of cinematography! Join us after the film screening for a panel discussion with local filmmakers about their work.  

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 […]

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 […]

Ages 7 and under accompanied by an adult welcome to attend. Costumes are optional. Enjoy storytelling, games, arts & crafts, prizes, books for all, face painting, and refreshments.

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

Join the ASHC for a fun and spooked haunted house experience. bring your friends and family to enjoy the Halloween vibes. It will be a walk-through house and will not include and jump scares.

Dive in and discover the magic and vital importance of seaweeds in coastal ocean ecosystems through the art of cinematography! Join us after the film screening for a panel discussion with local filmmakers about their work.

Join friendly library staff for story time. Meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30-minute story time and stay and play. All are welcome especially ages 2-5. No registration required.

Resource Fair, treats, games, costume contest and more. Held in the parking lot near Panera Bread.

Wear your best costume and get ready for a magical Halloween celebration. Contest begins at 5 PM at Mershops Nortridge Mall parking lot (next to Panera Bread).

Sand City's First trunk or Treat at Art in the Park. Trunk or treat starts at 5:30 PM, Outdoor movie night starts at 7:30 PM. Bring the kids, invite your friends and be part of the community fun.

Caramel apple pick up, games with prizes, costume contest, trunk or treat, raffle, gift baskets, and more.

Help make room for the holidays and raise funds for Holiday Cheer.

DIVE IN! to the 7th Annual California Seaweed Festival at the Custom House Plaza! This is a free, family-friendly event celebrating the seaweed diversity of California. Join a community of […]

The 14th Annual Downtown Pacific Grove Trick or Treat is back. Trick or treating throughout downtown PG. Prizes for best costume in several categories.

A monthly bilingual playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families and allies. Open to children 10 years and younger and their families. Siblings welcome. Held the 4th Saturday of every month. Registration required by text at 831-288-3105.

Local artists, makers, food trucks.

Games, prizes, food, drink, fun, and music. Cash and cards accepted.

Help make room for the holidays and raise funds for Holiday Cheer.

Treats, crafts, games and a Photo Booth. All ages welcome, in costume or not.

Del Monte Shopping Center is excited to announce the annual Halloween Family Fest on Saturday, October 24th from 1PM-3PM! Enjoy live music, pumpkin decorating, trick or treating at DMSC, stilt-walkers, balloons and so much more! Bring your Trick-or-Treat Bags and costumes for a Halloween fun filled day. This event is free and open to the […]

Treat yourself to an outer and inner exploration. Join Renata Funke, a Reserve Docent, on a two-hour walk at the Reserve. #tours   Mindfulness Tour Date and Time: Every 4th Saturday, 2-4 pm Location: Hosted in-person at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA 95076 Details: Treat yourself to an outer and inner […]

Join us for Youth Music Monterey County's annual Honors Orchestra Concerto Competition. Nine of our incredible students from our Honors Orchestra will perform in this open competition, showcasing their immense talents, musicality, and hard work! Come hear pieces by Saint-Saens, Reinecke, Grieg, Haydn, Khachaturian, and Barber. This performance is free and open to the public. […]

Kick off Halloween Week in New Monterey! On Saturday, October 24, Lighthouse District shops, restaurants, and boutiques will be open and welcoming little goblins with special treats, 2pm-5pm, rain or shine. So dress up the kids, get in the spirit, and come on down with your family to enjoy a fun and safe time in […]

Join us for our upcoming Trunk or Treat event. We will have trunk decorating contests, candy, and games for the kids. Kick off Spooky Season with Presidio of Monterey DFMWR's Trunk or Treat Celebration! We'll have lots of candy, games and fun for the whole family! More info: Presidio of Monterey DFMWR Taylor Mikel pommwr.marketing@gmail.com

Join us on the Asilomar Conference Grounds at Fred Farr Forum for some Halloween fun! We will provide pumpkins and craft supplies for decorating. Stop by our education tables to learn about the spooky creatures that call Asilomar home and view an animal bone display. Grab some candy too! Costumes are highly encouraged. This event […]

Join staff for a free Halloween program. Learn about the spooky creatures of Asilomar, decorate a pumpkin, and enjoy sweets. Costumes encouraged. Free event.Call 831-646-6440 for info.

Attention all ghouls and ghosts! Join us on Saturday, October 24 from 2-6 PM for a hauntingly good time as we trick-or-treat our way through downtown Watsonville businesses! Save the date and let's fill our bags with treats and memories that will last a lifetime! No pre-registration is required -- just show up! Downtown Candy […]

Get ready for a day full of fun at our Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 24th! Bring your family and friends for an afternoon packed with games, prizes, snacks, farm animals, bounce houses, and our fan-favorite costume contest. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season and make lasting memories together. Don’t miss out […]

Candy, games, food, local vendors, and more.

Trick or treat at the Monterey Bay FC game!

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

Drop the ids off for Parents' Night! While you enjoy a spooky-free evening, your little monsters will have a fun time with Halloween games, crafts, snacks, and more. Costumes encouraged. Residents $25, non residents $31.

Hosted by Carmel Valley Community Youth Center. Food trucks, candy & games. Event is free and open to public.

Costume contest, pizza, popcorn, and more. Monterey resident: $40.50, nonresident: $45.00. Visit Monterey.gov/rec to register. Dinner and refreshments included.

This field trip explores Hatton Canyon in Carmel, a scenic out-and-back trail following a gentle corridor from Carmel Valley Road north to Canyon Drive. The route passes through diverse habitats—willow thickets, oak woodland, pine-covered slopes, meadow, and chaparral—providing excellent opportunities to observe both resident and seasonal birds.

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 & […]

Compass Church presents its Fall Festival with fun for the entire family. Enjoy candy and treats, games & inflatables, live music, and food trucks.

Explore the historic ranch house, enjoy docent led hikes for all levels, learn with microscopes set up for viewing, and get creative with gardening and art activities. Food and drink for sale. Free and open to all ages.

Get ready for a day of family fun, spooky thrills, and Halloween madness at Manz! Bring your friends and family🧡🖤 Join us Sunday, October 25th — immediately after racing for an awesome Halloween celebration! 🎃 Gates open at 10am for practice, racing to follow about 11am. First time riders are welcome and free. We have […]

The Castro Adobe State Historic Park will celebrate Día de los Muertos with a special community Open House featuring live music, family activities, local traditions and a special folklórico performance by Estrellas de Esperanza at 12:00 p.m. Through traditional folklórico dance, the group celebrates Mexican heritage while bringing together history, tradition and community at one […]

Put on your best lederhosen and join us for some German food, drink, and song at our annual family-friendly Oktoberfest!!!

Bring the kids, the neighbors and your memories. On Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunset Center hands its entire historic campus to the community for a free centennial block party. From 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., the 718-seat theater fills with performances by the Carmel Bach Festival, the Monterey Symphony, the Carmel Music […]

A free community celebration of remembrance, culture, dance, music, and tradition. Aztec dancers, costume contest, mariachi band, face painting, Folklorico dancers.