Food & Wine Events
Monterey Peninsula is one of California’s premier food and wine destinations — home to world-class events that celebrate the region’s exceptional chefs, vintners, and culinary traditions.
From the prestigious Pebble Beach Food & Wine and Carmel Culinary Week to the beloved Festa Italia, Taste of Carmel, and the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival — there is something to savor across every season. Browse the calendar below and click Add to Trip to build an itinerary you can email, share or print.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-Off
8940 Carmel Valley Rd
Carmel, CA 93923
Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Get ready for a spicy afternoon of flavor, fun, and friendly competition at the Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cook-Off hosted by the Carmel Chamber of Commerce. Held in the heart of Carmel Valley, this...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
California Turkish Arts & Culture Festival
20 Custom House Plz.
Monterey, CA 93940
Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Experience the 26th Annual Monterey Turkish Arts & Cultural Festival, a free, family-friendly celebration of Turkish culture at Custom House Plaza in historic downtown Monterey. Enjoy two days...
California Turkish Arts & Culture Festival
20 Custom House Plz.
Monterey, CA 93940
Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Experience the 26th Annual Monterey Turkish Arts & Cultural Festival, a free, family-friendly celebration of Turkish culture at Custom House Plaza in historic downtown Monterey. Enjoy two days...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Festa Italia Fisherman's Festival
20 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Friday, September 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Celebrate Italian heritage at the 93rd Annual Festa Italia, Monterey's beloved three-day festival honoring the city's Italian-Sicilian community and fishing traditions. Enjoy authentic...
Festa Italia Fisherman's Festival
20 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Celebrate Italian heritage at the 93rd Annual Festa Italia, Monterey's beloved three-day festival honoring the city's Italian-Sicilian community and fishing traditions. Enjoy authentic...
Festa Italia Fisherman's Festival
20 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Celebrate Italian heritage at the 93rd Annual Festa Italia, Monterey's beloved three-day festival honoring the city's Italian-Sicilian community and fishing traditions. Enjoy authentic...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
Taste of Carmel
3080 Rio Road
Carmel, CA 93921
Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Experience an unforgettable evening of food, wine, music, and celebration at the Taste of Carmel at Carmel Mission. This year’s ¡Viva la Fiesta! theme brings vibrant energy, live music...
Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market
Mission St &, 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Discover the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmers Market every Thursday, where local farmers and artisan vendors bring the best of the Central Coast to downtown Carmel. Browse a colorful selection of certified...
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