Events

Welcome to the 2025 Spring Speed Dating at Other Brother Beer Co, brunch edition! This speed dating event is designed to be a fast-paced, inclusive, and fun evening to help you make friends or meet a new crush!

JOIN CLUB PILATES @clubpilates_pacificgrove AT MONTEREY BAY RACQUET CLUB @montereybayrc FOR AN ENERGIZING 40-MINUTE MAT PILATES SESSION, HOSTED BY WELLNESS WOOFS! FURRY FRIENDS ARE INVITED AND WARMLY WELCOMED! STAY AFTER CLASS FOR A RELAXED SOCIAL GATHERING ON THE COURTS, GET AMAZING GOODIES FROM SPECIAL VENDORS, MINGLE WITH FELLOW FITNESS ENTHUSIASTS, RACQUET CLUB LOVERS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, DOG MOMS, DOG DADS, AND ANIMAL LOVERS. LOCATION: MONTEREY BAY RACQUET CLUB DATE: APRIL 26TH TIME: 10AM DRESS CODE: GREEN AND WHITE COLORS PREFERRED FOR WORKOUT SETS. Goodies from @carmelberryco @drinklmnt @breakinsnacks @permanetjewleryofmonterey Are you coming? REMEMBER YOUR MAT, GRAB YOUR PUP, GRAB YOUR RACQUET, AND LET’S CREATE A UNIQUE COMMUNITY VIBE TOGETHER!

Youth Arts Collective (YAC) is thrilled to commemorate its 25th anniversary with the return of its signature event, LiveART on Saturday, April 26th, 2025. This vibrant spectacle brings together artists, musicians, and community members for an evening of live art-making, music, and camaraderie.

Join Cultura in Carmel-by-the-Sea on April 26th from 4–5:30pm for a happy hour that gives back. Meet adoptable pets and enjoy margaritas—50% of margarita sales will be donated to AFRP.

10-4pm at Dirty Girl Plant Co, 1098 Del Monte Ave. Monterey. Local vendors: Lucky Star Vintage, Shiloh's Locket, Kaaekannoart, Taylor's Cake Creations, Jackie Mann, The Wildknott, Human Minded, From Aly.

Celebrate the highly anticipated release of local bestselling author Alka Joshi’s newest novel, Six Days In Bombay. The evening includes an author talk, refreshments, and book signing. A musical performance by violinist Tien-Hsin Cindy Wu and cellist Tanya Tomkins of Sunkiss’d Mozart will debut their newly commissioned pieces inspired by Alka’s new novel. The event is hosted by the Santa Catalina School in Monterey, CA. Ticket price includes a signed copy of Six Day In Bombay.

A collaborative soirée with Caraccioli Cellars as they introduce their new label, Private Property Wines. Throughout the evening enjoy beats by DJ Luck Star and passed hors d'oeuvres by Jeju Kitchen.

Come May 1st, “Carmel Craft,” an upcoming exhibition featuring local folk artist Marie-Clare, will make its debut at Monica Graham Fine Art in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. A collection of hand-painted costume, textile patterns and sawed wood honoring Carmel’s rich history in the Arts and Crafts movement. 11 AM - 3 PM. Bubbles will be served. RSVP at the link.

Good Old Days Street Festival is Pacific Grove’s premier community event and is returning to downtown Pacific Grove the first weekend of May!

Celebrate Spring with local women makers including Maria Schoettler, Current and Copper, Vanessa Cowdrey, Valley Botanicals, Menina's Childrens Clothing, The Plantist, Casey Starks Studio, and AKA Vintage Shop. Sip some drinks, bite some bites, shop for Mother's Day and more.

Good Old Days at The Vague Collection -- shop during this iconic Pacific Grove. Local woman owned businesses, raffles and more. 11-4pm. Pop-up shops include: Salted Stones & Salty Sparks permanent jewelry, The Yolk Marketplace, Always Yours Bookshop and new Vague Collection launches. Bubbles served.

The Songs of Destiny program brings together works that explore the forces that shape our lives such as fate, memory, renewal, and the unknown. Each piece offers a unique perspective, from the deep Romanticism ofBrahms to the shimmering colors of Debussy and Ravel, and the soaring optimism of Vaughan Williams.

Tuesday, May 6 · 6 - 8pm PDT. Join Michelle Rizzolo (founding partner of Big Sur Bakery) and Monica Schweiger (co-founder of Oystertown), to blend chocolate, roses, and bubbles into the perfect pre-Mother’s Day treat. You'll leave with: Your personally wrapped box of 6 handmade bonbons. A bottle of rose simple syrup + cocktail recipe card to recreate the magic at home.

12 -4pm. Spring Gathering celebration the season. Featuring jewelry artist Current and Copper & ceramic artist Vanessa Cowdrey, both bringing new collections of their wares. Complimentary wines poured by wine curator @alyssa.papiernik & a seasonal pavlova made by Chef Antoine Blandin. We will have other complimentary bites and tunes curated by DJ Gwynneth.

7-9pm. Step into Kaleidoscope, a portal into the imaginative world of Katherine Kousi at Monica Graham Fine Art in Carmel-by-the-Sea. An interactive exhibition to look beyond the surface—much like a kaleidoscope itself—revealing ever-changing patterns of perspective and possibility. RSVP at the link.

Join Anne Fontaine Carmel Plaza for an exclusive Spring 2025 Fashion Show and the chance to meet designer Anne Fontaine. Tuesday, May 13th | 5–8 PM Carmel Plaza | Suite 203B (Ocean Ave & Mission St) RSVP: car@annefontaine.com or (831) 293-7270

Plein Air Painting Competition & Art Sale in Devendorf Park. Plus Live Sculpture-In-The-Park, Quick Draw, Kids Programs, Live Music.

Wally's vintage celebrates its one year anniversary with an art show, "Postcards from the Wasteland" by Ryker Woodward, + Karaoke all night long hosted by A. Chugg.

Annual RECORD FAIR, Sunday 5/18 from 10am to 3pm. Get your hands on that unicorn pressing you’ve been looking for, or just find something new and cool to add to your rotation.

Join Emmaline Molloy of Valley Botanicals at Tancredi + Morgen in Carmel Valley for bundle dyeing. Learn about this free-form technique using plant powders and fresh plants. Each participant will leave the workshop with a unique botanical silk scarf/bandana and a detailed, instructional handout for future bundle dyeing projects at home. No previous plant dye experience necessary. When: Sunday, May 25th Time: 1:00-3:00pm Cost: $70

Summer tour takes us to spectacular locations. Wherever we are, we collaborate with local chefs, farmers, and artisans to craft a unique and immersive experience that truly tells the story of its place.

Festive, week-long celebration with expansive village-wide events set in some of Carmel's most scenic and whimsical locations - along with immersive food and wine experiences, curated menus, and special offers at more than 40 participating restaurants.