Holiday Events

Ghosts and goblins of all ages are invited to this free family event. Activities include candy, giveaways, music, the PGPD Halloween Safety Zone and special offers at participating businesses. Children...

Join us for one of Carmel’s longest standing traditions – no need anymore to steal pumpkins to roll down Ocean Avenue under the cover of darkness! We provide the pumpkins, you...

Save the Date for this great destination for all ages on Halloween! Fisherman's Wharf Association will hold its free “Halloween on the Wharf: Trick or Treat By the Bay” at...

Carmel-by-the-Sea is celebrating 110 years in style with a dazzling parade of awe-inspiring floats and amazing performers. The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea was incorporated on Halloween in 1916,...

The City of Seaside will be holding its annual Halloween Bonanza at the Oldemeyer Center located at 986 Hilby Avenue in Seaside. The event will also feature games, a haunted house, activities,...

Military officials and city dignitaries, including the mayor, gather in Devendorf Park to honor Veterans of the nation’s wars with a ceremony and speeches. Afterward, the American Legion Post...

This family favorite event kicks off the holiday season and culminates with the lighting of the Del Monte Christmas Tree by Santa & Mrs. Claus. Enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and festive fun for...

Join us for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Cannery Row in Steinbeck Plaza. This free holiday event is a fun tradition for the whole family featuring Christmas Carolers and of course, Santa...

Come and join us at Pacific Grove's official 2026 Christmas Tree Lighting celebration at Jewell Park. Festivities at Jewell Park include live entertainment by school bands and choruses beginning...

The lighted parade on Lighthouse Avenue in downtown Pacific Grove will feature marching bands, holiday floats, dance teams, equestrian groups, and of course, Santa Claus. After the parade, stores...

“Christmas on the Wharf” will feature holiday musical entertainment, including choirs and community caroling, a dazzling array of beautiful holiday lights and decorations, a 23-foot Christmas...

Come and join us in celebrating the Holiday Season at the annual City Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Celebration, followed by the Carmel Plaza Holiday Open House. The celebration begins at Devendorf...

Monterey's traditional Community Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration 2025 takes place on Friday on the lawn in front of historic Colton Hall from 5 to 6 pm, featuring carols, candles, cookies,...

Join us for the *Marina Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration* at Vince DiMaggio Park, a cherished holiday tradition that lights up the season and brings together the City of Marina community. Held...

Experience the magic of Monterey Bay this season with the "Brighten the Harbor" boat parade. Marvel at the glittering procession of decorated boats from the Monterey Yacht Club, gliding...

Visit 8 bed & breakfast inns decorated for the 2026 holiday with live music at every inn and holiday treats. This is an excellent celebration for the entire family. Tickets are $30 per...

Return to the days of Alta California and see Monterey’s historic adobes splendidly decorated for the season with welcoming, candle-lit luminarias at each entrance! Enjoy festive music, living...

The Arthritis Research Coalition brings back Pacific Grove's annual holiday run for arthritis! Run Rudolph Run, presented by Monterey Spine and Joint, is a fun and festive way to raise awareness...

Return to the days of Alta California and see Monterey’s historic adobes splendidly decorated for the season with welcoming, candle-lit luminarias at each entrance! Enjoy festive music, living...

Don’t miss a fantastic New Year’s Eve celebration in beautiful Downtown Monterey. Enjoy an impressive array of top entertainment to choose from during First Night Monterey! Save the...