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Big Sur

Soulful.
Breathtaking.
Untamed.

Carmel Valley

Warm.
Rustic.
Relaxed.

Carmel-By-The-SEA

Artistic.
Whimsical.
Epicurean.

Marina

Diverse.
Coastal.
Evolving.

Monterey

Iconic.
Historic.
Trailblazing.
This is an image of Moss Landing

mOss Landing

Marine.
Wild.
Curious.
Pacific grove beach

Pacific Grove

Classic.
Coastal.
Connected.
This is an image of a golf course with a cypress tree and the ocean in the background at Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach

Legendary.
Luxurious.
Pristine.

Salinas

Grounded.
Vibrant.
Visionary.
Salinas Valley

salinas Valley

Open.
Abundant.
Genuine.
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Sand City

Edgy.
Expressive.
Creative.
This is an image a couple of people running on a path in Laguna Grande Park in Seaside, California

Seaside

Bold.
Genuine.
Rising.

California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 at Regent's Slide is Officially Open

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.

Take the Art Lover's Path

From the mural-lined streets of Salinas to the world-class galleries of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the arts are truly at home in Monterey County.
Classic cars on display outdoors in the plaza in front of Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf

Summer Annual Events

The days are longer, and the event calendar is fuller during summer, including Monterey Car Week! Discover popular events by season and things to do during your visit.
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Inspiration Pays Off – An Incentive Deal Worth $20,000*

For every night your group stays mid-week, you earn $20 back, up to $20,000*.
California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 is Officially Open at Regent's Slide

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.
California Highway 1 in Big Sur

Highway 1 is Officially Open at Regent's Slide

Experience uninterrupted access along California’s iconic coastline, from Big Sur and Carmel-by-the-Sea to Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria.
Monterey Car Week 2026 Events

Car Week Events By Location

Navigate Monterey Car Week with ease using the interactive map to discover events, showcases, and gatherings happening near you—right down to the block.

Events

Fri, August 7, 2026

  • 1
    Monterey Car Week Kickoff Downtown Monterey 5:00 PM

Sat, August 8, 2026

  • 2
    Monterey Pre-Reunion and Corkscrew Hillclimb WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 7:00 AM

Sun, August 9, 2026

  • 2
    Monterey Pre-Reunion and Corkscrew Hillclimb WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 7:00 AM

Mon, August 10, 2026

  • 4
    Automobilia Collectors Expo & Auction Embassy Suites Monterey Bay-Seaside
  • 7
    The Quail Rally The Quail
  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 9
    Central Coast Poker Rally The Brass Tap 10:00 AM
  • 3
    Monterey British Carmel Valley Community Park 11:00 AM
  • 6
    Porsche Monterey Classic Event Porsche Monterey 3:00 PM
  • 5
    Piazza Motor Nights Courtyard by Marriott Sand City Monterey 5:30 PM

Tue, August 11, 2026

  • 4
    Automobilia Collectors Expo & Auction Embassy Suites Monterey Bay-Seaside
  • 7
    The Quail Rally The Quail
  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 11
    Bonhams Laguna Seca Auction Bonhams at WeatherTech Laguna Seca Lakebed
  • 10
    Concours for a Cause Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea 10:00 AM
  • 13
    Electric Coast at Asilomar Asilomar Conference Grounds 10:00 AM
  • 12
    All Roads Lead to Asilomar: Night Rider Asilomar Conference Grounds 6:00 PM

Wed, August 12, 2026

  • 4
    Automobilia Collectors Expo & Auction Embassy Suites Monterey Bay-Seaside
  • 7
    The Quail Rally The Quail
  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 11
    Bonhams Laguna Seca Auction Bonhams at WeatherTech Laguna Seca Lakebed
  • 14
    Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
  • 16
    Pebble Beach Auctions Pebble Beach Resorts
  • 21
    The Quail Auction The Quail - West Farm Field
  • 15
    Astons on the Avenue Ocean Avenue 11:00 AM
  • 18
    The Little Car Show Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove 12:00 PM
  • 19
    Pebble Beach Motoring Classic Pebble Beach 4:00 PM
  • 20
    Luau in Asilomar's Grand Cypress Meadow Asilomar Conference Grounds 5:00 PM
  • 17
    Motorlux Monterey Jet Center 6:00 PM

Thu, August 13, 2026

  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 11
    Bonhams Laguna Seca Auction Bonhams at WeatherTech Laguna Seca Lakebed
  • 14
    Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
  • 16
    Pebble Beach Auctions Pebble Beach Resorts
  • 21
    The Quail Auction The Quail - West Farm Field
  • 22
    RM Sotheby's Auction Monterey Conference Center
  • 30
    Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance 7:00 AM
  • 27
    Mecum Auctions Monterey Del Monte Golf Course 8:00 AM
  • 23
    Prancing Ponies Women's Car Show Ocean Avenue between Junipero and San Carlos 9:00 AM
  • 24
    Ferrari Owners Club Concours Carmel Carmel-by-the-Sea 9:00 AM
  • 25
    Concours Village Corner of Stevenson and Forest Lake Rd 9:00 AM
  • 26
    Legends of the Autobahn Pacific Grove Golf Links 9:00 AM
  • 31
    Pebble Beach RetroAuto The Lodge at Pebble Beach 9:00 AM
  • 28
    Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum The Lodge at Pebble Beach 11:00 AM
  • 29
    Woodies in the Woods Asilomar Conference Grounds 12:00 PM

Fri, August 14, 2026

  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 14
    Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
  • 16
    Pebble Beach Auctions Pebble Beach Resorts
  • 21
    The Quail Auction The Quail - West Farm Field
  • 22
    RM Sotheby's Auction Monterey Conference Center
  • 35
    Porsche Club of America Werks Reunion Monterey Pines Golf Course 7:00 AM
  • 27
    Mecum Auctions Monterey Del Monte Golf Course 8:00 AM
  • 25
    Concours Village Corner of Stevenson and Forest Lake Rd 9:00 AM
  • 31
    Pebble Beach RetroAuto The Lodge at Pebble Beach 9:00 AM
  • 33
    The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering The Quail 9:00 AM
  • 34
    Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove 10:00 AM
  • 28
    Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum The Lodge at Pebble Beach 11:00 AM
  • 32
    The Paddock Monterey Bayonet & Black Horse 3:00 PM

Sat, August 15, 2026

  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 14
    Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
  • 16
    Pebble Beach Auctions Pebble Beach Resorts
  • 22
    RM Sotheby's Auction Monterey Conference Center
  • 27
    Mecum Auctions Monterey Del Monte Golf Course 8:00 AM
  • 39
    Concours d'Lemons Seaside City Hall Lawn 8:00 AM
  • 25
    Concours Village Corner of Stevenson and Forest Lake Rd 9:00 AM
  • 31
    Pebble Beach RetroAuto The Lodge at Pebble Beach 9:00 AM
  • 36
    Concorso Italiano Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course 10:00 AM
  • 28
    Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum The Lodge at Pebble Beach 11:00 AM
  • 38
    Exotics on Broadway City of Seaside 11:00 AM
  • 40
    Ferrari Event at The Barnyard The Barnyard Shopping Village Carmel 4:00 PM
  • 37
    Monterey Motorsports Festival Monterey County Fairgrounds 5:00 PM
  • 41
    Serata Italiana 6:00 PM

Sun, August 16, 2026

  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley
  • 42
    Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Pebble Beach Resorts
  • 25
    Concours Village Corner of Stevenson and Forest Lake Rd 9:00 AM
  • 31
    Pebble Beach RetroAuto The Lodge at Pebble Beach 9:00 AM

Mon, August 17, 2026

  • 8
    Glamping during Car Week Camp at Carmel Valley

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