Monterey Bay Region

DEC 15, 2024 - MAR 31, 2025 SANTA CRUZ:  Stroll over sand dunes, enjoy beautiful ocean views, and gain a unique opportunity to view Northern elephant seals on this 3-mile, […]

JAN 1 - OCT 31 MONTEREY:  Old Fisherman’s Wharf is pleased to announce a special milestone: its 180th anniversary and will celebrate with a variety of special promotions and events […]

JAN 4-MAR 30 SANTA CRUZ:  Learn about California's own Coastal Redwood Forest, aboard a 100-year-old steam train. Along the journey, you will get to hear fascinating information about the coastal […]

MAR 1-20 SANTA CRUZ:  Come celebrate the beginning of hummingbird migration season with a visit to the Arboretum! This time of year, the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds, […]

MAR 14-16 SCOTTS VALLEY:  The Hitchcock Festival offers a rich tapestry of activities, blending screenings of classics with insightful analyses and discussions. These sessions, led by film scholars and experts, […]

MAR 15-16 MONTEREY:  Two days of stories, celebration and send-off festivities. Eighty-five years ago, the Western Flyer set sail for the Gulf of California with what the Monterey Peninsula Herald described as “perhaps […]

SANTA CRUZ:  During this program, you will be introduced to a craft used by indigenous peoples around the world: coiled basketry. CA basketry is some of the most ornate in […]

MAR 22-23 SANTA CRUZ:  The National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) is one of the few national youth sports organizations that require its participants to maintain academic standards in order to […]

MORGAN HILL: Immerse yourself in a Night of Old Italy! Your ticket includes: A delicious 5-course wine-paired dinner featuring finest selections. George Guglielmo will personally guide you through the evening, sharing […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Go outside and learn to paint gouache and watercolor landscapes while surrounded by nature as inspiration. This open-air art workshop will teach the techniques necessary to capture environmental […]

MAR 28-30 SANTA CRUZ:  The star event at the Santa Cruz Paddlefest (SCPF) is held at the world-famous Steamer Lane surf break found along West Cliff Drive in the heart […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Swap out your flip flops for running shoes and join the fun with this family-friendly race through the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! Run a 1k or a 5k, […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Make your own set of four tumblers or vases out of wine bottles or a glass vase! Annie will teach you how to “hot pop” the tops off […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Dive deep into the Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains and discover more than 40 wineries – all in one location – at the 2025 Grand Wine Tasting! […]

SANTA CRUZ:  The Vive Oaxaca Guelaguetza is an authentic cultural festival with food, music, dance, music, and crafts presented each spring by Senderos. This local festival is like the traditional […]

APR 9 - 16 MORGAN HILL/SAN MARTIN/GILROY/HOLLISTER/SAN JUAN BAUTISTA:  Film Festival events include: Filmmaker Competitions; Young Filmmaker Program, 40 & Up Filmmaking Workshop, and more!

APR 10 - APR 13 SALINAS:  A four-day "Celebration of Cycling," Sea Otter Classic is regarded as the largest and most comprehensive gathering of cycling enthusiasts in the world. Part recreational […]

APR 12 - APR 13 FELTON: Adults and kids alike will enjoy viewing California Central Coast on 30's large scale model railroad display. Watch model trains chugging through the Redwoods, […]

APR 12-13 MONTEREY:  This free family friendly event will be held at and around Old Fisherman’s Wharf and the Custom House Plaza - Monterey State Historic Park. It includes fun […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Head to Quail Hollow Ranch for a quiet exploration under the moonlight. On this one-hour guided hike on the lower trails, you can search for critters and meander […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Just in time for Spring Break, head to the outdoor market with unique artisans while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one-of-a-kind market will be […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Earth Day 2025 will be held at beautiful Downtown Santa Cruz on Cooper St, Pacific Ave, and Abbott Square. Local businesses and organizations will gather for a day […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Enjoy a jewelry workshop with local artisan Lisa Schaffer Doggett. In this workshop you will learn to create a pair of gorgeous Sterling Silver or 14k Gold Fill […]

SANTA CRUZ:  During this program, you will be introduced to a craft used by indigenous peoples around the world: coiled basketry. CA basketry is some of the most ornate in […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Logjam! annually attracts over 100 competitors ranging in age from 7 to 60+, from all over California. Contestants bring their cherished vintage “logs,” pre-1970 longboards weighing 20 lbs. […]

BIG SUR - The Big Sur Marathon is 26.2 miles of the most beautiful coastline in the world - and, for runners, the most challenging. The athletes who participate in […]

SANTA CRUZ:  The Surfers Path Half Marathon consists of a 13.1 mile run from Santa Cruz to Capitola and back. The event starts at the legendary Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk […]

WATSONVILLE:  This event is family-friendly and free of charge. Participate in games and activities relating to climate action and climate solutions. Learn about local resources and efforts to become more […]

MAY 3 - MAY 4 FELTON:  Drawing on Far West Fungi's 40 years of experience in the mushroom community, come hear from the best and brightest who have shaped the […]

MAY 3-4 PACIFIC GROVE:  The 66th Annual Good Old Days Street Festival is Saturday, May 3rd from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday, May 4th from 9:00 am to 5:00 […]

MAY 8-11 PARKFIELD:  Celebrate the 25th Annual Parkfield Bluegrass Festival On Mother’s Day Weekend An unforgettable weekend of music at the Parkfield Bluegrass Festival! Every Mother’s Day weekend, the tiny […]

FELTON - Treat MOM to something memorable on her special day with a beautiful Mother's Day train ride through the towering Redwoods. Hallcrest Vineyards will be pouring their local wines […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Show Mom you’re thinking of her! Head to Lighthouse Point on West Cliff Drive to find artisan goods, specialty food and music, and something for everyone! Enjoy shopping […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Check out the UC Santa Cruz Arts division at this salon-style gathering presenting the work of UCSC’s Digital Arts and New Media Department.

MAY 16 - MAY 18 CARMEL:  This will be the 32nd anniversary of the Carmel Art Festival, held in Carmel-by-the-Sea since 1993. 60 plein air artists, a veritable list of […]

SANTA CRUZ:  The first ever VDubs in the Village is open to the public for everyone to come spend the day in Capitola Village and check out some beautiful vintage […]