It used to be known as the Big Little Backyard BBQ and Entertainment Extravaganza. It's now the Big 4th of July Celebration & Backyard Food Fest, but it's the same beloved 4th of July lawn party at Colton Hall following the parade in Downtown Monterey. It's a free event that features top notch bands from 11am to 5pm, street food, and a whole lot of dancin.

Photos by Sheldon Chang. High resolution copies of photos available on a pay what you want basis. E-mail sheldon@oldmonterey.org to inquire.