All Weekend
Tease up that hair and bring out those dancin’ shoes for the Broadway smash hit, Hairspray, playing all weekend long at the Golden Bough Theatre. Follow the loveable story of a “pleasantly plump” teen who vows to make her debut on the Corny Collins Dance Show. Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:30pm, Casanova Street and 8th Avenue, Carmel-by-the-Sea. $7-$20. Don’t miss the Monterey Symphony’s take on 2002 Arabian Nights this weekend! Conductor Max Bragado-Darman and the symphony will perform pieces from Berlioz, Ravel and Rimsky-Korsakov. Saturday at 2pm and 7pm at the Steinbeck Institute of Arts in Salinas, Sunday at 3pm and Monday at 8pm the Sunset Center in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Various ticket prices.Friday
The Mucky Duck in downtown Monterey presents Vent on the patio this afternoon. They will be rockin’ out some intense funk and metal tunes! 6pm-10pm, 479 Alvarado Street, Monterey. Free cover. Like fine wine and good music? Then you are in luck! Pierce Ranch Vineyards hosts Gabriel Gandzjuk & The Ventana Sons this evening. Sip on a glass of wine and enjoy Gabriel Gandzjuk’ s easy-going jams. 8:30pm, 499 Wave Street, Monterey. Head over to Bullwacker’s on Cannery Row and check out the John Michael Band. Their Irish vibe is sure to prepare for you St. Patty’s Day next month! 8:30pm, 653 Wave Street, Monterey. No cover. Rex Wheeler plays his acoustic guitar tonight at the London Bridge Pub tonight. Call up a few friends and make it an enjoyable night out. 9pm, 256 Figueroa St., Wharf #2, Monterey. No cover.Saturday
Take a hike with the guides from the Monterey Peninsula Regional Parks District through Garland’s Lower Trails. This is a great hike for beginners or those looking for a casual stroll. The three mile hike is expected to last one-two hours. Don’t forget to bring water and wear comfortable shoes. 9am, Garland Visitor Center, Carmel Valley. Free admission.