Upcoming Events

Coach Drop at Plato's Closet Monterey

 
5/8/26
 
 
Plato's Closet

Plato's Closet has been collecting Coach bags and it's time to let them go on Friday, May 8. You'll find vintage and modern styles all sourced from our sellers. Doors open at 10am. No holds, no waiting lists - just show up.

Miss Sarah Sunshine at MY Museum

 
5/8/26
 
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Every Friday. April 3 - May 29, Miss Sarah Sunshine of It's Circle Time will be at MY Museum, 10:15am-11am, with a fun and educational program for little ones including singing, dancing, stories, and more. Included with museum admission.

Mothers Day Sip & Shop

 
5/8/26
 
FREE
 
FamilyWear/Veza Golf

Join us to celebrate the mother's in our lives at your favorite boutiques on E. Campbell Avenue! Sips and sweet/savory treats paired with girl talk and fashion reels!

Beginner Pottery Wheel 2 Hour Workshop

 
5/8/26
 
$120
 
Emerald Art Studio

In this fun and relaxed 2-hour session, you'll learn the basics of throwing clay on the wheel, guided step-by-step by a professional ceramicist.

RJ DeMarco at Puma Road

 
5/8/26
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter RJ DeMarco , lead singer of the band Fernway . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Campbell Library Grand Reopening

 
5/9/26
 
Free
 
Campbell Library

After being closed for nearly 4 years for extensive renovation, the Campbell Library is ready for its public debut on 2026 Saturday, May 9th with an all-day grand reopening celebration that begins at 9:30am with LION DANCING. This will be fun.

Floral Arrangement Workshop at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
5/9/26
 
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Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

In this workshop, create beautiful floral arrangements in Cooper-Molera Adobe's Skylight Room guided by floral artist Katarina Ruiz of Solstice Florals. All vases will be handmade by renowned ceramic artist Kurt Oviedo. Learn more and register here.

Spring Market at Stokes Adobe 2026

 
5/9/26
 
 
Stokes Adobe

Stokes Adobe presents a Spring Market on Saturday, May 9, 12pm-5pm. Enjoy an afternoon of shopping from local women-owned businesses, tasting delicious bites from our kitchen, and sipping curated drinks from the bar. It's the perfect spot to pick up something special for Mother's Day!

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
5/9/26
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt Scarf Making, a workshop led by instructor Sahar Jabr. Register here.

Join Slowfiber for this workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Meet Artist Gordon Mayfield at Venture Gallery

 
5/9/26
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Gordon Mayfield on Saturday, May 9, 3pm-5pm, at a reception celebrating the new exhibit of his watercolor paintings, Alive . This is a great chance to speak with Gordon about his work.

Beginner Pottery Wheel 2 Hour Workshop

 
5/9/26
 
$120
 
Emerald Art Studio

Awaken a lifelong love for creating with your hands. Our Pottery 1-Time Workshop is the perfect way to dip your fingers into the magic of wheel throwing—no experience required.

In this fun and relaxed 2-hour session, you'll...

Songbird Meadow at Puma Road

 
5/9/26
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Songbird Meadow . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Mother's Day 2026 Brunch at Esteban Restaurant

 
5/10/26
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

This Mother's Day, treat your mom to a delightful brunch at Esteban Restaurant. With a delicious seasonal menu crafted by Executive Chef Steven Patlan, you'll be able to savor the vibrant flavors of Monterey Bay and local farms. Reservations are recommended - please phone 831-375-0176.

Downtown Campbell Weekly Farmers' Market

 
5/10/26
 
 
Downtown Campbell

The Campbell Farmers' Market held on Sundays in Downtown Campbell is consistently rated as one of the best if not the best year-round Farmers' Markets in the South Bay. Come and enjoy the festive and vibrant community oriented atmosphere that attracts fans of the Campbell Farmers' Market from all around.

Celebrate Mother's Day at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
5/10/26
 
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Celebrate Mother's Day at Cooper-Molera Adobe, 10am-2pm on Sunday, May 10, with a beautiful Sunday focused on flowers, plants and handmade treasures.

Flower Bouquet Bar

Back by popular demand, our Flower Bouquet Bar invites you to create and wrap...

Mother's Day “Bubbles and Beignets"

 
5/10/26
 
FREE
 
Tessora's Wine Bar

This Mother's Day, indulge in Bubbles & Beignets at Tessora's Wine Bar. Enjoy curated sparkling, mimosa, and wine flights in a relaxed downtown setting.

Flowers for Mom at Rosebuds Kids Co.

 
5/10/26
 
 
Rosebuds Kids Co.

Stop by Rosebuds Kids Co. with your little ones on Mother's Day, 11am-2pm, and make your own bouquet of fresh flowers for just $10.

Monterey Historic Preservation Lectures at Stanton Center

 
5/10/26
 
Free
 
Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center

May is Historic Preservation Month, and Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and Monterey History and Art Association (MHAA) are teaming up to provide two historic preservation lectures in the Stanton Center Theater on Sunday, May 10, 1pm-3pm. This event...

Mother's Day High Tea at Casa Serrano Adobe 2026

 
5/10/26
 
$90
 
Casa Serrano

Celebrate Mother’s Day with timeless elegance as Rosemary & Thyme High Teas invites guests to a beautifully curated Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea on Sunday, May 10, 3pm-4:30pm.

This special event offers a refined escape filled with delicate flavors, thoughtful presentation, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Tickets are $90 - purchase here .

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
5/10/26
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Glenn Bell . In recent years, he has performed as a member of the bands Sensory Tribe, The BASSment, and Yeobo.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Sunday Jazz Nights at Pearl Hour

 
5/10/26
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Every Sunday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Zach Westfall Quartet beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

The quartet features Zach Westfall (bass), Ben Herod (sax), Mike Lent...

Tai Chi for Beginners at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
5/11/26
 
$10
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Join Tai Chi for Beginners on Mondays at 10am with Liana Olson, Senior Trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute. Held at Cooper-Molera Adobe either indoors or outdoors in the garden, weather permitting.

Join for one session or the entire series! Drop-in fee is $10. Details here.

Pub Run with Fleet Feet and Fieldwork Brewing

 
5/11/26
 
 
Fieldwork Brewing Company

Fleet Feet Monterey hosts a Pub Run every Monday at 6:00pm. We'll begin and end at Fieldwork Brewing Company. All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

Tuesday Story Time at Rosebuds Kids Co.

 
5/12/26
 
Free
 
Rosebuds Kids Co.

Rosebuds Kids Co. invites you and your children to join us every Tuesday, 9am-10am, for our weekly story time at the shop. It's a cozy hour of books, connection, and getting out of the house with your littles. This is a free event. No RSVP required.

Qigong Class at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
5/12/26
 
$15
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Join us at the Cooper-Molera Adobe for Qigong in the Cooper Gardens every Tuesday at 11:00am with Michelle Polkabla. This hour-long class is by donation. Arrive 10 minutes early to check-in.

Transformative Justice Center Open House

 
5/12/26
 
Free
 
Transformative Justice Center

The Transformative Justice Center invites business and community leaders to join us for wine, small bites, and a guided walk through our center - a space dedicated to bridging the divide between incarceration and community - on Tuesday, May 12, 5:30pm-7pm. RSVP via email.

Experience our reconstructed prison cell, a short introduction to our program, and a firsthand story from someone who has returned home.

Tuesday Night Jam at Bulldog Sports Pub

 
5/12/26
 
 
Bulldog Sports Pub

Join Tribe in the Sky at Bulldog Sports Pub every Tuesday for our weekly jam session and community connection, 6:30pm-10pm. We feature a dynamic mix of music, comedy, and storytelling. All ages welcome. Pet-friendly.

WineDown Wednesday at Hula's

 
5/13/26
 
 
Hula's Island Grill

Celebrate WineDown Wednesdays at Hula's Island Grill! Every Wednesday, 12pm-9:30pm, all bottles of wine and sake are offered at half off. You're welcome.

Beginner Handbuilding Pottery Workshop

 
5/13/26
 
$110
 
Emerald Art Studio

In this two hour class, you'll get a relaxed introduction to handbuilding ceramics. With the help of the instructor you will learn how to make your very own cup or mug!

Couples Yoga Workshop at Om Studios

 
5/14/26
 
$65
 
Om Studios

Om Studios presents a Couples Yoga Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, 7:15pm-8:30pm. Fee is $65 per couple - register here .

About the Workshop

This Workshop is designed to cultivate connection, trust, and relaxation with your...

Sarah Canet at Puma Road

 
5/15/26
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Sarah Canet . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

47th Annual Boogie: Campbell's Music Festival

 
5/16/26
 
free
 
Downtown Campbell

Rain or Shine! The 47th annual Boogie: Campbell's Music Festival is a free two day entertainment festival held annually in Downtown Campbell. It features five entertainment stages, continuous live musical entertainment, delicious festival food vendors, beer & wine, over 100 artisan booths, and a kid's zone with rides and amusements.

Recycled Records at Sun Tripping Festival 2026

 
5/16/26
 
Free
 
Sun Tripping Festival

The Lighthouse District's own Recycled Records will participate in the Sun Tripping Festival in Santa Cruz on Saturday, May 16, 12pm-8pm. Join Recycled Records that day for a celebration of beer, records, food, music, and community. All are welcome.

Maya and Keith at Puma Road

 
5/16/26
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents father-daughter musical duo Keith and Maya Rayburn. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.