Here are nine fun events your family might enjoy during March 2025 through Monterey County.
MARCH 6-9 13TH ANNUAL WATSONVILLE FILM FESTIVAL
The Watsonville Film Festival has been working hard to provide the community with another dynamic and meaningful festival, returning to the CineLux Green Valley Cinema in Watsonville from March 6-8th and showcasing a final screening at The 418 Project Santa Cruz on March 9th, 2025. $10.00 —Free for youth (18 and younger). watsonvillefilmfest.org
MARCH 15: BACKYARD SCIENCE
Join in for some science fun featuring Biology with Berta. This month’s theme is “Harry Potter Chemistry.” We will explore through hands on activities and play. Held at Marina
Branch Library. Call (831) 883-7507 for information.
MARCH 16: SHAMROCK RUN
Choose between a 5K or 10K and get ready to shuffle your way through the streets of Salinas. This is a family-friendly shuffle run and your entry includes: running bib, t-shirt, finisher medal, before and after refreshments, a post-run celebration. Sponsored by Brew-N-Krew Ale House. Call (831) 676-6533 for information.
MARCH 19: MONTEREY COUNTY STEM TALENT EXPO
This exciting, free, one-day event will connect STEM industry leaders to talented students, former students, and community members who are looking for opportunities to further their education and career opportunities in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics [STEM].
Held at Hartnell College. hartnellfoundation.org
MARCH 22: ROCKET LAUNCH STEAM IN THE PARK
Join us to learn about the science behind rockets, make your own stomp rocket & compete to see whose flies the farthest! Held at Montecito Park (220 Montecito Ave). monterey.gov/librar
MARCH 22: MAKERSPACE FAIR: IT’S SHOCKING!
Try your hand at various Snap Circuit kits and the always popular Squishy Circuits kits – where art and science combine! This is a family-friendly event for all ages. Put your electrical engineering to the test at this FREE Makerspace Fair. Try your hand at various Snap Circuit kits and our always popular Squishy Circuits kits – where art and science combine! This is a family-friendly event for all ages. (831) 647-7760
MARCH 25: PUPPET ART THEATER
Step into a world of magic and adventure with our fun-filled puppet show. Join colorful characters as they retell a classic storytime. Perfect for kids of all ages, this interactive show will spark imagination and creativity. Held at the John Steinbeck Library in Salinas. For more information, contact Teri at TheresaR@ci.salinas.ca.us
MARCH 29: MONTEREY BAY PARENT SUMMER FUN & CAMP EXPO
The Monterey Bay Parent Magazine Summer Fun and Camp Expo is a one-day event held on March 29 for families to get information on goods and services available to them from throughout Monterey County. We will be at Del Monte Center in Monterey from 10 am to 2 pm. Hundreds of families will attend this special event with information from camps and other local businesses plus children will enjoy fun activities like arts & crafts. It’s a free event. For vendor information, call Jenna at 831-582-1700.
MARCH 31: TEEN SCAVENGER HUNT
Found the six hidden hearts spell out the secret word. Bring your completed form to the help desk for a free treat. For grades 6-12. Held at Pacific Grove Public Library. For grades 6-12.
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