Lighthouse District

Featured Announcements

Christmas in July at Rosebuds

7/25/26

Rosebuds Kids Co.

It's only July and Rosebuds Kids Co. already has 8 bins of Christmas stuff in the back room. So we're celebrating Christmas in July on Saturday, July 25, 10am-4pm!

We'll have live music by Tatt's Musical Tales (10am-11am), photos with Santa (12pm-2pm), Christmas cookies by Tiffany's Sweet Life , special sales, and holiday cheer.

Nominate Your Favorite Lighthouse District Businesses for Best of Monterey County

It's that time of year again, folks! The nomination process for Monterey County Weekly's Best of Monterey County 2026 has begun.

Now through July 26, please consider nominating your friendly local businesses, people, and the Lighthouse District for the honors. The top nominees will go to the final round of voting August 6-28. It's easy: start voting here .

Introducing The Espresso Bar by O-town

Oystertown introduces The Espresso Bar by O-town at 281 Lighthouse Avenue. Open Mon-Sat, 8am-1pm. You don't have to leave your neighborhood for morning treats!

Proudly serving ACME Coffee, Red River teas, Red's Donuts, and Ad Astra pastries. Come and make your morning awesome.

Salsa and Bachata Classes at Vida Dance Co.

7/23/26

$15/$25

Vida Dance Co.

Every Thursday night, Vida Dance Co. offers Bachata and Salsa classes for all levels: Bachata class at 6:30pm, Salsa class at 7:30pm. Fee is $15 per class, or $25 for both.

Our studio is all about good vibes, good music, and community. Whether you've danced before or have no idea what you're doing (yet), you'll feel right at home here. It's just dancing, laughter, and a whole lot of fun.

Blood Drive at Hilltop Park Center

7/31/26

Free

Hilltop Park Center

Hilltop Park Center is hosting a blood drives with nonprofit Vitalant on Thursday, July 31, 1pm-4:45pm. Register here.

Vitalant is currently facing a critical shortage of type O blood. When you donate blood, you'll be entered into a drawing to win up to $30,000 towards the purchase of a car.

Soul Night at Pearl Hour

7/30/26

No cover

Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour and Encounters of the Funky Kind present Soul Dive: A Night of Soul Music on Thursday, July 30, 8pm-12am. No cover. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight we're diving into all things soul, Motown, Northern, sweet, and Chicano with vinyl DJ sets by Evo, Funky Jarocho, Kenji Red, and Oh-So-Ritmico.

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New Tees at La Bahia Restaurant in Monterey

New t-shirts are available from La Bahia. On the front , it declares: "La Bahia - hustle in our blood." On the back , there's a dynamic drawing of our seahorse logo. Available in sizes Small - 2XL.

La Bahia is a family business, and we take pride in hard work and hustle, Stop by the restaurant at 675 Lighthouse Avenue, eat some Jeezy Shrimp Tacos, and pick up a stylish shirt.

Tattoo Artist Stefan Johnsson at Gold Coast Tattoo

Gold Coast Tattoo is excited to announce that Stefan Johnsson from Paradise Tattoo in Santa Cruz is now accepting appointments at Gold Coast, located at 639 Lighthouse Ave.

Stefan specializes in large-scale custom work, American traditional, Japanese, fine line, black and grey, and portrait tattooing. Text Gold Coast at 831-226-6170 to book an appointment.

A Pearlesque Summer: Burlesque Show at Pearl Hour

7/31/26

$20/$35

Pearl Hour

The Carmel Delights and a star-studded cast bring burlesque and vaudeville to Pearl Hour, serving you a speakeasy vibe with delicious craft cocktails and an all-inclusive environment. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight's show, A Pearlesque Summer , will feature the Carmel Delights Dancers and special guests. Purchase tickets here.

Postpartum for Partners Class at Rosebuds

8/2/26

$35

Rosebuds Kids Co.

Rosebuds Kids Co. hosts a Postpartum for Partners Workshop led by Sweet Peas Perinatal Support and Education on Sunday, August 2, 10am-11am. Fee is $35. Register here.

In just one hour, you'll learn what to expect during the postpartum and newborn phase, understand how birth and postpartum affect mom and baby, and discover how you can be a supportive presence for both of them.

831 INK: First Friday Tattoo Special

8/7/26

831 INK

831 INK offers a tattoo special on the first Friday of every month, 12pm-8pm. Tattoos are first come, first served (no trading sign ins). No cap on number of tattoos per person, $50 each. We'll have a lot of designs to choose from.

With five artists on hand, you'll have minimal wait times. Bring a friend along and make it a memorable time. View details here.

Line Dancing Night at Vida Dance Co.

7/21/26

$15

Vida Dance Co.

Every Tuesday at Vida, we line dance! Join us 6:30pm-8:30pm in the studio. Fee is $15 per person for this mixed-level class.

From beginner to advanced, Jess and Josh have you covered, so if you've been curious about trying line dancing, you’ll be taken care of no matter what level you're at.

Dirty Martini Cabaret at Pearl Hour

8/6/26

$10

Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour cocktail bar invites you to the Dirty Martini Cabaret, a night of live jazz music and burlesque performances by members of Carmel Delights Dance Company .

Exit reality and slip into a world of sultry sounds, playful ambiance, connection, community, and fun. Ages 21+ only. $10 cover.