September-2023

Aug 10 – Sep 17
The Addams Family A New Musical Comedy 
The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.

Aug 31 – Sep 4 
Monterey County Fair 
In addition to rousing family entertainment, carnival rides, games, and fun fair-food, the fair provides an opportunity to celebrate Monterey County’s unique history and heritage, from the aquaculture of Monterey’s coast to the abundant produce and wines from its agriculture, and the wonderful home art exhibits to the excitement of the livestock competitions.

Sep 5, 12, 19, 26
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.

Sep 7, 14, 21, 28
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.

Sep 8 – 10
INDYCAR 
The intensity level will be at an all-time high as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES returns for its season finale at the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey. Five drivers were in the hunt for the title in 2022, with Alex Palou winning the race, and Will Power capturing the coveted Astor Cup to win the overall championship. Be sure to place yourself in the driver’s seat for 2023 as the exciting season will have its climax at the freshly repaved WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca circuit.

Sep 8 – 10
Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey 
The intensity level will be at an all-time high as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES returns for its season finale at the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey. Five drivers were in the hunt for the title in 2022, with Alex Palou winning the race, and Will Power capturing the coveted Astor Cup to win the overall championship. Be sure to place yourself in the driver’s seat for 2023 as the exciting season will have its climax at the freshly repaved WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca circuit.

Sep 8 – 10
Monterey Festa Italia Fisherman’s Festival 2023 
The annual Festa Italia Fisherman’s Festival honors the local fishermen of Monterey, past and present. Enjoy three days of wonderful Italian food and drink and amazing entertainment, September 8-10 at Custom House Plaza. Hours are Friday, 3pm-9pm; Saturday, 10am-9pm; and Sunday, 10am-6pm. Admission is free. Festival favorites include: great music, raffles, a bocce tournament, Italian food, beer and wine, and more! Share the heritage, culture, and romance of Italy that our local Italian community was built on.

Sep 13
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.

Sep 22 – 24
Monterey Greek Festival 
This year, the festival offered a street faire with eat-while-strolling Grecian offerings such as Gyros, Souvlaki, pastries, and cool small bites and salad dishes. The festival was launched with Friday Taverna Night from 5pm to 9pm featuring an evening of sampling mezethes (appetizers), Greek Drinks and dancing to rebetiko, music of the Greek Islands. Saturday and Sunday, began at 11 am, offering a larger selection of Greek Faire and entertainment. All of the recipes used for this event are traditional Greek recipes brought over from Greece. The Greek men and women of St John’s lovingly prepared this flavorful day for you and shared their customs, foods, and music with you. The music, aromas, and location adjacent to the bay quickly transport you back to the magic of Greece, where the joy of life itself is cherished. You hopefully discovered what makes the Greeks the happiest people in the world.

Sep 22 – 24
Monterey Jazz Festival 
The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world and is held annually on the 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey County Fairgrounds in Monterey, Calif. Since 1958, the nonprofit Monterey Jazz Festival has been committed to celebrating America’s creativity and cultural heritage by presenting legendary jazz musicians, composers, and young rising stars.

Sep 28 – Oct 1
Porsche Rennsport Reunion 7 
This is a very special year for Porsche as the automaker will be celebrating its 75th anniversary of building legendary sports cars. For Porsche and automobile enthusiasts, there’s no other place to be during these action-filled days. Porsche Rennsport Reunion truly is a Porsche family reunion where you can stroll through the paddock admiring the race cars and talking to their owners, meander through the overflowing Marketplace and car corrals or sit back and enjoy the race cars at speed. The greatest of the greats from Porsche racing history and current factory drivers will be here as well. It just won’t get any better than this.

Sep 28 – Oct 15
Cymbeline 
Written at the height of Shakespeare’s powers, this tale is about an evil stepmother, an invading army, a headless corpse, ghosts and a divine visit from Jupiter hurtle us towards an astonishing conclusion in this saga of politics, the supernatural and love. Lynchpin of the story is one of Shakespeare’s greatest female characters, the impulsive and sensual Imogen.