From artists' galleries to the funky streets of Sand City, Monterey County's scenic beauty inspires artists of every form and celebrates the arts through festivals, performances, tours and more. Find our Monterey County Art Festivals below and plan your trip with more arts & cultural experiences. Check out our full calendar of events to explore more music festivals, food & drink events, sporting events and family fun for every season of the year.
ART FESTIVALS IN MONTEREY
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11/29/2025
PacRep and Hayward Lumber present Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Back by popular demand! The holiday classic soars off the screen into this live musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," Rudolph…
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11/13/2025
PacRep presents Gypsy A Musical Fable
Regarded by many theatre professionals as the finest musical ever created, Gypsy is the ultimate tale of an ambitious stage mother fighting for her daughters’ success – while secretly yearning for her own. Set all across…
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11/6/2025
Big Sur Food & Wine
Located just off the beaten path, the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival is worth the adventure to get there. Just bring yourself—they’ll handle the rest. Stay tuned for more details!
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10/11/2025
Meet the Makers Art & Wine Walk
"Meet the Makers" starts in Devendorf Park and you'll stroll through charming downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea and meet the artists who carry on the artist colony legacy, tour their galleries, sip Monterey County wines, and enjoy tasting food…
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10/2/2025
PacRep presents The Tempest
In one of Shakespeare's final comedies we are taken to a wild, magical island where Prospero and his infant daughter Miranda were shipwrecked decades ago by Prospero's scheming brother Antonio; so that Antonio would come to…
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10/2/2025 - 10/5/2025
Carmel International Film
Join film lovers from around the world in Carmel-by-the-Sea for the 2025 Carmel International Film Festival, a four-day celebration of independent cinema, creativity and compassion. This year’s program features premieres from Duplass Brothers Productions, including The…
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9/4/2025
PacRep presents Saint Joan
Step into the revolutionary world of George Bernard Shaw’s “St. Joan” as Pacific Repertory Theatre delivers an electrifying production that redefines theatrical boundaries. Performed at the historic Circle Theatre of the Golden Bough Playhouse, this innovative…
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8/23/2025
25th Annual Monterey Turkish Arts & Culture Festival
25th Annual Monterey Turkish Arts & Culture FestivalJoin us for a vibrant weekend on the beautiful Monterey Bay as we celebrate the 25th Annual Turkish Arts & Culture Festival!Experience the rich and colorful traditions of Turkey…
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8/23/2025 - 8/24/2025
West End Celebration
Sand City's West End Celebration is a unique and family-friendly event celebrating community and the diversity of artistic talents found within Monterey County. The streets of the West End District of Sand City come alive with…
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8/23/2025
Monterey Biennial Artist Mixer - Photography and Works on Paper
Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity…
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8/23/2025
Comedy Variety Showcase
Attention comedy lovers! Come watch some of the best local comedic acts perform various styles of comedy, including stand-up, sketch, improv, storytelling and more. We can all use a good laugh these days.
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8/7/2025
PacRep presents Annie
Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas…
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