A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2024! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.
2024 calendars have arrived at Lighthouse Books. There are a wide variety of titles to choose from, but quantities are limited so be sure to visit us soon at 600 Lighthouse Ave. We're open daily, 11am-6pm.
The holiday season is here, and International Cafe offers offsite catering and hosts gatherings for as many as 20-25 people at 296 Lighthouse Avenue. We love to help you make special memories with delicious food.
You can select items off the cafe's existing menu or we can work with you to develop a custom menu for the event. We're happy to accommodate all dietary restrictions including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and allergies. Please email or call Gloria at 831-375-9451 for more information.
Holiday cookies are in production at The Perfect Crumb. Stop by the bakery at 301 Lighthouse Avenue to see our selection. Better yet, phone us at 831-241-6269 to place your order for the winter holidays.
In December, all Barrel Picks at The Whisky Club's retail bottle shop are 10% off. Visit us at 425 Alvarado Street to find unique expressions, obtained exclusively by TWC from the distillery, that make excellent gifts for the discerning whisky lover.
The Lighthouse District's own Recycled Records is hosting a Holiday Vinyl & Vintage Night at Bargetto Winery Tasting Room on Cannery Row, Friday, December 13, 4pm-8pm. Enter by purchasing a glass of wine.
Through February, Webster Street Art Gallery is featuring the work of its proprietor, Marc Stephen Johnson, at 188 Webster Street.
Enjoy an exhibit of Marc's paintings and fiber art (knitting) plus portraits of him done over the years by his many talented friends in a variety of media. Open Tue-Fri, 11am-3pm.
Ok last minute shoppers, just because you waited as long as possible doesn't mean you have to settle for token generic stuff in a box as your redemption. You can shop small, shop unique, and shop fast all at the same time by taking advantage of the Downtown Campbell Gift Cards Gallery to lookup the gift card options available with the small independent retailers and restaurants that we have in Downtown Campbell.
The Perfect Crumb Bakery has fresh fudge for the holidays! Stop by and get yours. They come in bright, cheerful boxes perfect for gifting...unless you eat it all yourself first. We're located at 301 Lighthouse Avenue.
Step into the holiday season with the perfect dress! From rich reds and burgundies to festive greens, dazzling metallic golds, and shimmering styles, Cypress Boutique's collection has everything you need to shine this Christmas, New Year's, and every special occasion in between.
Find your holiday magic in-store today at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C.
From now until 12/26, Plato's Closet is counting down to Christmas with a new deal every day . Our daily specials are the perfect way to save big while shopping sustainably. See the schedule here and visit us at 402 Lighthouse Ave.
Give someone the gift of health and fitness this holiday season. Monterey Core Fitness is now offering specials on group and personal training packages for women. Offers end 1/4. Let's sleigh those fitness goals! Learn more.
Current Comics has holiday gift ideas for all ages at our shop at 400 Lighthouse Ave. Whether you have a comic book enthusiast in your life, or someone who might become one, come visit us.
Our staff is particularly excited about the newest GI Joe comic book, the new Justice League Unlimited comic, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and its spin-off The Last Ronin, and "Kraven's Last Hunt," a classic story from the Spider-Man universe. Learn more here.
Give the diver in your life the ideal present: a gift certificate for Bamboo Reef Dive Shop! Good for training or equipment, these gift certificates allow the recipient to gear up or learn new skills. Available online or in-person at 614 Lighthouse Ave.
The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market will be closed on December 24 and December 31. We wish you a very happy holidays and hope to see you on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 4pm-7pm.
Alvarado Street Brewery in Monterey invites you to get festive with us for a good cause in the beer garden, 7pm-9pm. Enjoy a raffle, holiday drink specials, holiday movie trivia, and an ugly sweater contest. All donations will go to CASA of Monterey County. Details here.
In celebration of the holidays, Rosine's is serving a special Prime Rib Dinner on Friday nights, December 13, 20, and 27. Enjoy 12oz prime rib au jus, baked potato, carrots, special broccoli casserole and creamy horseradish sauce for $39.
Rosine's Restaurant has a new selection of holiday cocktails and mocktails! Join us this season in our beautifully decorated dining room, sipping on cozy seasonal favorites and discovering exciting new signature cocktails at 434 Alvarado Street.
Esteban Restaurant invites you to celebrate your Christmas Day meal with us, 2pm-8pm. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. We'll offer a three-course dinner special as well as a selection of regular menu items and a children's menu. Call to reserve your table, 831-375-0176.
The holiday season is here, and Downtown Old Monterey's artisan bakeries are ready with all manner of baked goods perfect for a thoughtful gift, a family feast, or to enjoy in a quiet moment amidst the hubbub.
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse is having a holiday party featuring live music with Alligator on Saturday, December 14 at 7pm. Call 831-375-6958 for reservations.
Tonight, enjoy special additions to our regular menu, seasonal decor, and listening to holiday songs performed by everyone's favorite local Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun musician, Alligator.
First Night Monterey is seeking volunteers for their upcoming New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Old Monterey. If you, your family, or your group are interested in joining them for a fun and festive evening for a 4-hour shift, please visit their volunteer page .
The Pearl Works, a community coworking space, is holding a Holiday Crafts and Cards Workshop on Friday, December 13, 6pm-8pm. We will be using block printing methods to make our own holiday cards. All are welcome! Fee is $45. Please register here .
Slowfiber is hosting our second annual Artisan Holiday Craft Sale, now through December 21. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, and more by 12 local makers. It's perfect for holiday shopping!
Open Wed-Sat, 11am-5pm, at Slowfiber, 517A Hartnell Street.
Stokes Adobe is hosting a holiday market by local artisans and entrepreneurs on Saturday, Dec. 7, 12pm-5pm. This will be a unique holiday shopping experience featuring one-of-a-kind gifts.
Is there a record enthusiast on your holiday shopping list? Recycled Records is the Lighthouse District's destination for music lovers, and they have some very good quality t-shirts and stickers in stock at 604 Lighthouse Avenue. They make great stocking stuffers.
If there's a comic book collector in your life, Current Comics has a great gift for them! We now have stunning comic book storage boxes available at 400 Lighthouse Avenue.
Most are $12, they'll help keep the comics in good condition, and they look great on any shelf, featuring images of some of our favorite characters.