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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.
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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.
Sea Otter Classic riding through wildflowers

Spring Annual Events

Monterey events are in full bloom in the spring! 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.

250th Independence Day Celebration

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The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce will hold a 250th Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 11:00am - 3:00 pm at Jewell Park. 

There will be a live reading of the Declaration of Independence from the Rotary Club of Pacific Grove, followed by the Monterey Peninsula Voices choir singing the National Anthem, and a medley of the Armed Forces anthems, Live music and beer garden. 

The Youth Ambassadors of Pacific Grove will have kids activities, face painting and a BBQ!
Support the Youth Ambassadors. 

Details

When:

Next Date: July 4th, 2026

Time:

11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Where:

Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
100 Central Ave
Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Website:

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