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*Due to COVID-19 precautions, several events and businesses in Monterey County have been affected.
Events are subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice.
Jul 1
Cars & Coffee
The picturesque Laguna Seca Recreation Area is home to one of the most dynamic Cars & Coffee locations in America. Early risers will enjoy a relaxed and quiet environment as entrance begins at 7:30 am to enjoy a wide variety of automobiles and a delicious cup of coffee.
Jul 4
Monterey 4th of July Parade
Monterey’s annual 4th of July Parade is a must-attend celebration that draws approximately 15,000 people of all ages to line the streets in and around Old Monterey. We invite you to join us and revel in the festive floats, patriotic displays, entertaining costumes, and musical bands. The parade begins at 10am sharp.
Jul 4
City of Monterey’s Big 4th of July Celebration & Backyard Food Fest 2023
The City of Monterey’s Big 4th of July Celebration and Backyard Food Fest will be held on the historic grounds of Colton Hall on Monday, July 4, 10:45am-5pm. This is free, all-ages fun!
Jul 4, 11, 18, 25
Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers Market
The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers Market is held on Alvarado Street every Tuesday, 4pm-7pm, featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors. We’re open rain or shine. You’re invited to come explore! The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
July 5 – 9
78th U.S. Women’s Open
For the first time in Pebble Beach history, the greatest players in the game will travel from around the world to compete for the most coveted championship in women’s golf — the 2023 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica.
Jul 6, 13, 20, 27
Carmel by the Sea Farmers Market
The Market features local certified organic fresh farm produce, eggs, plants, fresh cut flowers, and specialty items such as olive oil, hummus, pizza and bread. Green Waste Recovery provides a yellow food scrap bin for compostable items and Sustainable Carmel is often onsite to answer any question regarding composting and recycling. Community Groups can also be seen at the Market working to improve local issues, as well as those with a larger impact.
Jul 7
First Friday
Come celebrate the weekend with Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street with extended hours every First Friday of the month, 5pm-7pm, for ages 21 and over only. Enjoy fine art, live music, and wine. $5 suggested donation.
Jul 7 – 9
Motoamerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey
How about 190 mph superbikes and some family fun? MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey. Enjoy practice and qualifying on Friday plus all-day racing Sat & Sun! Meet the riders in our open race paddock! Camping, Fan Lap and Grid/Pit access packages available. Kids 12 and under free with paying adult. Bring the family for our Kids Zone and FREE carnival games. The weekend includes 7 classes of road racing – HONOS Superbikes, Supersport, Stock 100, Twin Cup, Junior Cup, King of the Baggers & Heritage Cup.
Jul 8
Monterey Beer Festival
The Monterey Beer Festival brings over 80 beers from dozens of breweries from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Monterey County Fair & Event Center. You’ll have the chance to taste unusual offerings from major beer companies as well as fantastic beers from unknown brewing companies from around the world! What’s beer without great music and good food? This year the Monterey Beer Festival hosts live music from ‘The All In.’ Local food vendors from throughout the area will also have tasty booths at the Monterey Beer Festival.
Jul 14 – 16
AHRMA Classic Motofest of Monterey
Vintage road-racing motorcycles, off-road bikes and even Flat Track competition is coming to Monterey. From 1920s-era hand-shifter V-twins to booming Grand Prix single-cylinder machines and the wildly popular side cars, the paddock, track and surrounding hillside will be bustling. This is something you definitely have to see and hear to believe! There’s fun for fans of off-road racing as well, with vintage trials competitions and cross-country racing.
Jul 14 – 23
Rodeo Carnival
The Carnival will be back in town for the 2023 California Rodeo Salinas and is presented by Joy-Per’s Shoes & Clothing. It is open from 3pm to 11pm daily starting Friday, July 14th through Sunday, July 23rd. Admission is $5.00 and an unlimited ride wristband is $35 at the gate (plus fees). Presale unlimited ride wristbands are $25. Parking is $5.00. Admission tickets can be purchased at the carnival gate.
Jul 15
Jr. Naturalist & Conservationist Clubs Summer Event – Bird Banding
Join Amanda Preece of Monterey Audubon to experience the art and science of bird banding! Participants will work collaboratively with one another, gaining skills and hands-on experience in field identification and bird banding methods. Participants will learn to handle, properly identify, band, and record scientific information to be added to a continent-wide data set to evaluate multi-scale bird population trends.
Jul 16
Kiddie Kapers Parade
Thousands of people line the streets of the Salinas City Center to watch over 1,200 children ride on floats, bikes, in wagons and more as a kick off to Big Week and the California Rodeo Salinas.
Jul 19
Big Week Bull Riding
The 2023 Big Week Bull Riding will take place Wednesday, July 19, 2023. This event is presented by Salinas Valley Ford and features non-stop bull riding action with some of the top bull riders testing their skills in an arena close to the main grandstand. This bull riding event will be part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s Xtreme Bulls Tour.
Jul 19
Twilight Cycling
What cyclist wouldn’t enjoy the thrill of a challenging 300-foot climb followed by an awe-inspiring descent? How about the fact that they can do this on a world-renowned race track? Twilight rides allow cyclists of all ages and experience levels the thrill of pedaling WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca’s 11-turn, 2.238-mile course. The ride is highlighted by the legendary Corkscrew that drops 59 feet in just 450 feet of track length. Please note that helmets are required. Track will be open to riders as soon as the renter is off track, and there is a $10 entry fee for each rider.
Jul 19
Cowboy Shoot Out Golf Tournament
The California Rodeo’s Larry Balentine Memorial Cowboy Shoot Out Golf Tournament will be played at The Club at Crazy Horse Ranch at 475 San Juan Grade Road in Salinas. The format will be the same as in the past: a shot gun start at 8am following a cowboy breakfast at 7am, with some new fun and exciting contests on a few of the holes. The Cowboy Shoot Out is a fun filled golf tournament where local rodeo patrons get a chance to mingle with rodeo contestants, bull fighters and Rodeo Directors.
Jul 19 – 22
Coors Banquet Bull X-ing
Open during and after each performance of the California Rodeo Salinas and the Professional Bull Riding, the Coors Banquet Bull X-ing is the place to be to enjoy the social aspect of these events. The tent features live music each day (see the times and bands below) and a mechanical bull. A $25 cover charge applies Wednesday and Friday nights; No cover charge Thursday, Saturday or Sunday. Must be 21 or older.
Jul 20 – 23
California Rodeo Salinas
The California Rodeo Salinas will take place July 20th-23rd, 2023 with two night and two day performances. The California Rodeo Salinas is one of the top 10 professional rodeos in the US out of over 600 and the largest rodeo in California. With over 110 years of tradition and a little bit of something for everyone, it’s an event you don’t want to miss.
Jul 20 – 23
Horse Parade
The first horse parade made its way down Main Street Salinas in 1911. It was led by James R. Hebbron and consisted of a sixteen piece band and about 100 horses ridden by local ranchers. In 1938 the parade showcased a record 1,000 horses! Today, the parade consists of mounted Sheriff’s Posse, competitors, various riding groups, color guards, drill teams, Junior & Senior riders and Charro and Charra riding groups. The horse parade is a tradition that you definitely want to experience. Entries are taken each year for participants from near and far.
Jul 20 – 23
Mutton Busting
The mutton busting event at the California Rodeo is a crowd pleaser and takes place on the track daily. Excited little buckaroos ride sheep in front of our crowd hoping to make the best ride and come back on Sunday to compete for the championship belt buckle.
Jul 21
Museum Movie Night
Join us for a special movie night at the Museum! Members get reserved seating at this fun event! Your ticket buys you entry, your a beverage of your choice, and an item from the concession. Stay tuned to find out what movie we’ll screen and get tickets here!
Jul 30
Moss Landing Antique Street Fair
Moss Landing becomes the antique capital of the world every year on the last Sunday in July with the Moss Landing Antique Street Fair. Over 200 antique vendors will set up booths on the streets of Moss Landing, selling antique furniture and every kind of vintage item imaginable from 7:30am-4:30pm.
ALREADY HAPPENED – LISTED UNTIL THE NEW DATE FOR THE CURRENT YEAR CAN BE CONFIRMED
Jul 16 – 20
Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
Pipes, drums and pageantry are essential to the Monterey Scottish Games & Celtic Festival. Watch as pipe bands, drum majors and individuals compete to be the best of the best in their categories. There will also be a special contest in Scottish Highland Dancing. Athletes from around the globe converge at the festival to compete in the Highland Games. Events include a caber toss, weights for distance, weight over the bar, heavy hammer, open stone putt, braemar stone putt and sheaf tos. There’s also a special “Children’s Glen” where kids can participate in several downsized versions of these athletic activities.
