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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.
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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.
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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.

PacRep & Hayward Lumber Present The Little Mermaid

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Aug 6 - Sept 20, 2026
Outdoor Forest Theater, Carmel
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Glenn Slater
Book by Dough Wright

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements.

Originally Produced by 
Disney Theatrical Productions
Directed & Choreographed by Palmer Davis
Musical Direction by Michael Blackburn

The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theare International (MTI).All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.  See www.MTIShows.com 

More information can be found on the event website!

Details

When:

Next Date: August 6, 2026

Runs from August 6th, 2026 to September 20th, 2026

Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Where:

Pacific Repertory Theatre
Monte Verde between 8th and 9th
Mountain View and Santa Rita
Carmel by the Sea, CA 93921

Website:

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