Go Hiking with Monterey Hostel

 
5/1/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Hostel

Monterey Hostel invites you to join us for our weekly hikes. We meet at the hostel every Thursday at 9am for coffee and coordination, then head out by 9:30am. All are welcome! No reservations necessary.

Hikes will last approximately 2 hours and be in different locations each week in a variety of environments. We aim to keep hikes accessible for beginners and all ages. In case of rain, please text the hostel at 831-677-6060.

Open Mic Night at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
5/1/25
 
free
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Come to Bon Ton L'Roy's every Thursday, 7pm-10pm, and share some music at our Open Mic Night. Join this friendly, supportive group of people for a fun, low-key evening of originals and covers and make some new friends.

Dirty Martini Cabaret at Pearl Hour

 
5/1/25
 
$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.

Community Yoga Class at Monterey Hostel

 
5/2/25
 
free
 
Monterey Hostel

Join Doris at Monterey Hostel for a yoga class focusing on functional core stability on the first Friday of every month, 9:30am-10:30am. Beginners are welcome!

Improve your balance, mobility, and strength. Learn how to breathe,align, renew, reset, and strengthen so we can live our best possible life.

831 INK: First Friday Tattoo Special

 
5/2/25
 
 
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.

Free Comic Book Day 2025

 
5/3/25
 
 
Current Comics

Current Comics is celebrating Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 3 - the best day of the year!

Stop by and get some special, select, fantastic FREE comics (while supplies last) and shop some great graphic novels, spectacular stories, and fun back issues in our "Priced as Marked" boxes!

We’ll also have our friends, Monterey Toys & Collectibles back at the shop, selling vintage toys from various franchises.

Star Wars Day at Current Comics 2025

 
5/4/25
 
 
Current Comics

Every Jedi and Sith alike knows that this Sunday, May the Fourth, is Star Wars Day! Join us at Current Comics for our annual celebration.

Current Comics is the only comic shop selling rare prints by Colin Cantwell, who...

Sunday Jazz Nights at Pearl Hour

 
5/4/25
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Every Sunday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Zach Westfall Quartet beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

The quartet features Zach Westfall (bass), Ben Herod (sax), Mike Lent...

Make Your Bonbons: Pre-Mother's Day Workshop at Oystertown

 
5/6/25
 
$103
 
Oystertown

Oystertown hosts Make Your Bonbons: A Pre-Mother's Day Treat on Tuesday, May 6, 6pm-8pm. Join Michelle Rizzolo (founding partner, Big Sur Bakery) and Monica Schweiger (co-founder, Oystertown) for a deliciously fun evening of chocolate, roses, and bubbles. Tickets are $103...

WineDown Wednesday at Hula's

 
5/7/25
 
 
Hula's Island Grill

Celebrate WineDown Wednesdays at Hula's Island Grill! Every Wednesday, 12pm-9:30pm, all bottles of wine and sake are offered at half off. You're welcome.

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
5/7/25
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Every Wednesday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Ben Herod Trio beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

Special for Moms at Mission 19 Taqueria

 
5/10/25
 
 
Mission 19 Taqueria

Mission 19 Taqueria is offering one free rose and one free quesabirria to all mothers on Saturday, May 10 with heartfelt thanks for all you do!

This offer is valid only on Saturday, May 10 while supplies last.

Alligator at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
5/10/25
 
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

On the second Saturday of every month at 7pm, Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents Alligator , a legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Enjoy good food and good times! Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

The Roulette Hour: Rock Hard Drag Show at Pearl Hour

 
5/10/25
 
$20
 
Pearl Hour

Bust out your finest leather, your dirtiest chucks, and get ready to bang your heeead, Roulette Hour is back at Pearl Hour with a night of electrifying drag, burlesque, rock, and maybe even some roll. Ages 21+ only. $20 cover charge.

Bamboo Reef Fun Dive: Boat Dive in Monterey Bay

 
5/11/25
 
$150
 
Bamboo Reef Dive Shop

Join Bamboo Reef Dive Shop for a boat dive in Monterey Bay aboard the Beachhopper II . Fee is $150. All fun dives are two tank dives. Divers must provide their own equipment (available for rent), c-card, and a sense of adventure. Space is limited so register online to reserve your spot.

Mother's Day Brunch at Namaste India Bistro

 
5/11/25
 
 
Namaste India Bistro

Enjoy a special Mother's Day Brunch at Namaste India Bistro on Sunday, May 11, 11am-3pm. Reserve your table now by calling us at 831-641-0130. Price is $21.95 per person.

Art Installation by Speak Not So Easy

 
5/11/25
 
Free
 
Near San Carlos Beach

Don't miss the free public art installation by Speak Not So Easy this Sunday, May 11, 11am- 2pm, near San Carlos Beach at the end of Cannery Row in Monterey.

Speak Not So Easy is an art and education program for youth founded in 2023 by artist and educator Mai Ryuno. This art installation aims to foster human interaction and share the message that we are all human.

The Dating Game at Bulldog Spots Pub

 
5/15/25
 
 
Bulldog Sports Pub - CLOSED

Bulldog Sports Pub presents our own version of The Dating Game hosted by Fawk DJ on Thursday, May 15.

We're still seeking contestants! If you're a bachelor or bachelorette and want to participate, contact Bulldog Pub through Instagram .

The Bassment at Pearl Hour

 
5/15/25
 
$15
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents The Bassment , a Monterey based, ever-changing improvisational jam band fusing hip hop, neo-soul, and funk...with an emphasis on funk. $15 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Turista with Morticai at Recycled Records

 
5/17/25
 
Free
 
Recycled Records

Recycled Records hosts a free performance by Turista and opener Morticai on Saturday, May 17 at 6pm. Join us for instrumental alternative rock with a touch of psychedelic and shoegaze.

Enjoy extended hours at the record shop this evening - we have new pressings and used vinyl plus cassettes, CDs, movies, merch, and awesome stereo equipment.

Scuba Diver emerging from deep blue ocean ocean waters

Bamboo Reef Fun Dive: Beach Dive

 
5/31/25
 
$35
 
Bamboo Reef Dive Shop

Join Bamboo Reef Dive Shop for a beach dive in Monterey Bay or Carmel. Fee is $35. All fun dives are two tank dives. Divers must provide their own equipment (available for rent), c-card, and a sense of adventure. Space is limited so register online to reserve your spot.