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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

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*.
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

Archives: Simpleview Events

  • Christmas Day at Terry's Restaurant + Lounge

    Celebrate Christmas Day at the iconic Cypress Inn in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge will offer an elegant three-course prix-fixe holiday menu…

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  • Christmas on the Wharf

    Santa Visits, Live Entertainment, and New Enchanting Holiday Displays Live Entertainment & Holiday Performances: The Dance Center’s Musical Performance Troupe – Saturday, December 6 from…

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  • Roaring into 2026

    Deja Blue Presents: The Roaring 2026 New Year’s Eve PartyStep into the Jazz Age and ring in 2026 Gatsby-style! Put on your flapper dresses, fedoras,…

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  • Christmas Caroling

    Join the Carmel Bach Festival for Community Caroling, our annual Festival holiday celebration! Community Caroling is a free, family-friendly sing-along that is open to people…

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  • Dive into the Future of STEM at the Monterey County STEM Talent Expo

    Hosted by Hartnell College, the Monterey County STEM Talent Expo 2026 is a dynamic, one-day event connecting STEM industry leaders with talented students, alumni, and…

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  • Industry Night at Segovias

    Enjoy complimentary pizza every Wednesday at Segovias for Industry Night!

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  • Barn to Balance Pilates

    This is a unique fitness class that combines Pilates with a natural, equestrian setting. 

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  • Monterey Scavenger Hunt: Jewels of Monterey

    Discover the fascinating history and culture of Monterey, California with the Monterey Scavenger Hunt — an interactive adventure through the city’s charming Downtown Historical Tour…

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  • Christmas Dinner

    Spend the holidays at Jacks Monterey inside the Portola Hotel & Spa. Jacks Christmas Day three-course menu is available Thursday, December 25, 2025, from 3…

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