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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.

Take The Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

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.
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*.

Take the Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

Take The Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

Pumpkin Plunge

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Swim through a sea of pumpkins and pick one to decorate and take home!
Youth activities and food vendors will be set up on the sun deck, followed by a Thriller Dance Party and costume contest.

Pumpkin Plunge | Kid’s Activities | Pumpkin Decorating | Thriller Dance Party | Thriller Costume Contest | Food Vendors

Details

When:

Next Date: October 25th, 2026

Time:

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Price:

FREE

Where:

Monterey Sports Center
301 East Franklin Street
Monterey, CA 93940

Phone:

(831) 646-3730

Website:

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