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Big Sur

Carmel Valley

Carmel-By-The-SEA

Marina
Smiling man and woman walk along Monterey County's Cannery Row.

Monterey
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mOss Landing
Pacific grove beach

Pacific Grove
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Pebble Beach

Salinas
Salinas Valley

salinas Valley
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Sand City
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Seaside

Stay Two Nights, Enjoy Your Third Night Free

Another Day of Relaxation, Memories and Adventure
Cluster of monarch butterflies in eucalyptus tree at Pacific Grove Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary

Monarch butterflies flock to Monterey County's forest groves in the fall. View them at the Pacific Grove Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary.
Pebble Beach Golf Links 18th hole greens at sunset

Winter Annual Events

Events are in abundance in Monterey County. Plan your visit to attend.
Group of people sat around an outdoor table at Carmel Valley Ranch with the Santa Lucia Highlands and vineyards in the background

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People picking out produce at the old Monterey farmers market

Winter Farmers Markets

Farmers markets every day, right here in the "Salad Bowl of the World.” Find what's in season in the winter.

Stay Two Nights, Enjoy Your Third Night Free

Another Day of Relaxation, Memories and Adventure

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  • Holiday Kickoff with Live Music

    Take a break from the holiday rush at Taste Morgan on Saturday, December 13th from 2-5pm and relax with live music, delicious wines by the…

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  • Ice Skating by the Bay

    Ice Skating by the Bay will be open throughout December in the Custom House Plaza from November 21-January 4. Monday thru Saturday | 11am to…

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  • I Cantori di Carmel presents Skeletons of the Opera - A Benefit Concert

    A Special December Treat: Skeletons of Opera A Benefit for I Cantori’s Orchestra and All Saints’ Music Program On Monday, December 15 at 7 pm, join…

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  • I Cantori di Carmel present's Handel's Messiah

    Celebrate the season with I Cantori di Carmel’s performance of Handel’s Messiah across the Central Coast. Experience the power of a 50-voice chorus, a professional orchestra,…

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  • Stories with Mrs. Claus at Asilomar

    Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMLocation: Social Hall at Asilomar, 800 Asilomar Ave. Pacific Grove, CA 93950Tickets: Free, Open to the public Join Asilomar for a…

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  • Breakfast with Santa at Asilomar

    Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AMLocation: Crocker Dining Hall at Asilomar, 800 Asilomar Ave. Pacific Grove, CA 93950Tickets: Adults: $22, Children (Ages 5-11): $18 Celebrate…

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  • Holiday Dinner & Show at Asilomar

    Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025Cocktail Reception: 6:00–6:30 PMDinner Service: Starts at 6:30 PMLocation: Merrill Hall at Asilomar, 800 Asilomar Ave. Pacific Grove, CA 93950Tickets: $85…

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  • Maker's Market at Asilomar

    Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025Time: 1–5 PMLocation: Merrill Hall at Asilomar, 800 Asilomar Ave. Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Free to attend, open to the public.…

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  • Winter Wonderfest Monterey

    Winter Wonderfest Monterey is a month-long holiday experience transforming the Monterey County Fairgrounds into an immersive Winter Faire and Light Festival. Guests can explore thousands…

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