Holiday Events
Holidays in Monterey Bay are very special and offer cozy feelings! Various holiday-themed events take place in Carmel, Monterey and Pacific Grove during Christmas, Mother's Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and more. Mark your calendar and choose the best event, dinner or festivities you want to be part of when visiting or staying in Monterey, California.
Trick or Treating in Downtown Pacific Grove
Downtown Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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...
Pumpkin Pandemonium
1410 Del Monte Center
Monterey, CA 93940
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Come celebrate Halloween with your family at The Del Monte Shopping Center! Candy and glow sticks will be handed out, free pumpkins will be available in our Pumpkin Patch along with other kid friendly...
Halloween Bonanza
986 HIlby Avenue
Seaside, CA 93955
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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,...
Halloween on the Wharf
1 Old Fisherman's Wharf
Monterey, CA 93940
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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 Birthday Party and Parade
Ocean Avenue & San Carlos Street
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Carmel-by-the-Sea is celebrating 108 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,...
Carmel by the Sea Veterans Day Celebration
Ocean Avenue
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Monday, November 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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...
Del Monte Shopping Center Christmas Tree Lighting
1410 Del Monte Center
Monterey, CA 93940
Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
This family favorite event kicks off the holiday season and culminates with the lighting of the Del Monte Christmas Tree by Santa & Mrs. Claus. Free refreshments will be served and free...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Cannery Row Tree Lighting
700 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA 93940
Friday, November 22, 2024 at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Pacific Grove Christmas Tree Lighting
Grand and Forest Avenues
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Come and join us at Pacific Grove's official 2024 Christmas Tree Lighting celebration at Jewell Park. Festivities at Jewell Park include live entertainment by school bands and choruses beginning...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Pacific Grove's Holiday Parade of Lights
Lighthouse Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Friday, November 29, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...
Ice Skating by the Bay
4 Custom House Plaza
Monterey, CA 93940
Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Celebrate the holidays amidst Monterey Bay's coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend...