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Explore the treasures of California’s central coast and chart your own course to adventure. Monterey County’s cultural riches and iconic landscapes await, from the rugged coastlines of Big Sur to the world-renowned wonders of Monterey Bay Aquarium. Charming coastal towns and endless adventures await, beckoning generations of travelers back for romantic retreats, weekend getaways, family vacations and more. Choose your path, plan your Monterey County trip and get ready to stay inspired.

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Activities In Monterey

Monterey County is home to signature events that draw in visitors from around the country and around the world. There’s always something happening to keep your calendar (and camera roll!) full.

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Pacific Grove's Good Old Days Celebration

Good Old Days Street Festival is Pacific Grove’s premier community event and is returning to downtown Pacific Grove the first weekend of May! Each year this FREE event draws a great crowd of locals and visitors, rain or shine! Vendors from multiple states display their arts and crafts alongside a wide variety of food booths stretched down historic Lighthouse Avenue,...

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Monterey SportsCar Championship

The most technologically advanced sports cars in the world return to Monterey. Featuring the advanced GTP (Grand Touring Prototype) from such makes as Acura, BMW, Cadillac and Porsche are setting new performance benchmarks and bringing highly-contested racing excitement. The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship showcases its top classes, familiar names and teams where fans of all ages can see, hear and...

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Carmel Art Festival

This will be the 32nd anniversary of the Carmel Art Festival, held in Carmel-by-the-Sea since 1993. 60 plein air artists, a veritable list of all-star winners of the past 30 years, arrive in Carmel on May 16 and will be painting all over the Monterey Peninsula for 2 days. Their paintings will be displayed, judged and sold on a "buy...

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California Roots Music & Art Festival

The latest lineup announcement unveils an electrifying roster of musical talent, featuring the long-awaited return of reggae superstar Buju Banton to California, a momentous addition to an already iconic bill. Joining him are the legendary Slightly Stoopid and fan favorites Rome, J Boog, The Elovaters, Fia, Lila Iké, Cydeways, and Joe Samba. These additions further elevate a roster already teeming...

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Carmel Culinary Week

This highly anticipated week-long celebration showcases the very best of Carmel-by-the-Sea’s vibrant food and wine scene, offering a mix of signature events, pop-up dining experiences and immersive culinary delights.  Signature Events Party in the Plaza (Fri, May 30) – Kick off the week in style at Carmel Plaza, where you’ll indulge in a hand-curated selection of gourmet bites and exquisite...

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Spartan Race

Welcome to beautiful Toro park. Located only six miles from downtown Salinas near the town of Monterey, the park is a vast, sprawling venue covering almost 5,000 acres. With punishing hills, fields and prairies as well as many picturesque wooded areas, it’s easy to understand why this venue is a favorite amongst Spartans. The course covers a variety of trail...

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Artichoke Festival

The Artichoke Festival returns for its 65th year to a new location for 2025 — the Monterey County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds. Experience a down-home family festival in the bountiful Salinas Valley, celebrating the harvest season in California, and highlighting the artichoke’s central role in our region’s agricultural legacy. You won’t want to miss out on this unique celebration of food,...

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Itineraries

Monterey County is a destination designed for every type of traveler. Explore paths to find the picture-perfect vacation you’ve been searching for, with expertly curated itineraries, travel resources and top-rated attractions that have created your ultimate coastal guide.

No matter if you’re seeking a chance to reconnect and relax with family or are on a solo wellness retreat or have simply come to soak up the charms of coastal living, Monterey has the perfect path for you. Browse based on interest or need and use our in-depth travel guides to arrive (and stay!) inspired.

Monterey is your Luxury liaison

Monterey County offers luxurious experiences for the discerning traveler. Indulge in world-class amenities, from top-rated resorts and MICHELIN-star dining to exclusive activities and curated itineraries.

Don’t Just Meet, Connect

If you’re looking to plan a one-of-a-kind retreat or a meeting to remember, look to Monterey County. With cutting-edge venues, spaces for groups of all sizes and no shortage of stunning backdrops, we’re all in on making your event all inspired.