Live Music

Hear music the way it was meant to be: live, in person. Indoors or outdoors, small venue or large, experience a unique performance and have fun being part of an audience.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday Jazz Night at Pearl Hour

 
7/31/24
 
$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.

Hear Ben Herod on saxophone and clarinet, Zach Westfall on bass,...

Alligator at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
8/10/24
 
 
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. Advance reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Past Events

The Bassment at Pearl Hour

 
9/22/22
 
$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.

Al James Trio at Pearl Hour

 
7/12/24
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents the Al James Trio on Friday, July 12, 9pm-12am. $5 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Al James's rootsy, soulful delivery is flavored by a variety of influences - everything from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Wonder. His thoughtful, upbeat vocals and onstage charisma make for a great night of music.

Townsend's Solitaire at Recycled Records

 
7/5/24
 
Free
 
Recycled Records

Recycled Records presents an in-store performance on Friday, July 5 by Townsend's Solitaire , an awesome chamber-folk band from Seattle. They're now on tour celebrating a limited vinyl release of their debut LP, Glad To Be Alive .

Doors open at 7pm, music begins at 7:30pm. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.

Al James Trio at Pearl Hour

 
6/22/24
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour presents the Al James Trio on Saturday, June 22, 9pm-12am. $5 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Al James's rootsy, soulful delivery is flavored by a variety of influences - everything from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Wonder. His thoughtful, upbeat vocals and onstage charisma make for a great night of music.

Michael Martinez at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
6/5/24
 
No cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents pianist Michael Martinez on Wednesday, June 5, 7pm-9pm. No cover charge. All ages show.

Michael’s musical style is a blend between New Age and Classical, and has been described as heartfelt, cinematic, and reflective.

Michael Martinez at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
5/15/24
 
No cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents pianist Michael Martinez on Wednesday, May 15, 7pm-9pm. No cover charge. All ages show.

Michael’s musical style is a blend between New Age and Classical, and has been described as heartfelt, cinematic, and reflective.

The Knotty G's at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
4/27/24
 
no cover charge
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents an evening of live music featuring T he Knotty G's on Saturday, April 27 at 7pm. No cover charge. Come enjoy great music, food, and drinks!

Established in Asheville, North Carolina, this fun-loving duo travels the country sharing their soul-soaked Americana music.

Choro das 3 at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
3/30/24
 
no cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents an evening of Brazilian music featuring Choro das 3 on Saturday, March 30 at 7pm. No cover charge. For reservations, phone 831-375-6958

Choro das 3 consists of three sisters whose instrumental music is based on the genre known as choro , which emerged in Brazil in the 19th century and became the foundation for all Brazilian music.

Dave Holodiloff Trio Plays Irish Music at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
3/16/24
 
$25/$30
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day one day early with live music by the Dave Holodiloff Trio at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse on Saturday, March 16 at 7pm. $30 at the door, $25 in advance - call 831-375-6958 to reserve.

Tonight, hear Dave Holodiloff (mandolin, vocals) and Elijjah McCullar (fiddle, banjo), and Juneau Rowe (piano), perform a broad range of classic Celtic music. A special holiday dinner menu will be available.

Dave Holodiloff at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
3/6/24
 
No cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roys Lighthouse Smokehouse presents Dave Holodiloff , performing a solo acoustic set of originals, jazz, bluegrass, Latin, Celtic, pop, and more every Wednesday, 7pm-9pm. No cover. All ages.

Pearl Hour: My Favorite Things, Valentine's Edition

 
2/14/24
 
$10
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour Cocktail Bar presents My Favorite Things: The Valentine's Edition on Wednesday, February 14, 8pm-11pm. Cover is $10.

Show up with only your beautiful self or bring a friend or lover for an evening filled with our favorite things: champagne and cocktail specials, live jazz by the Ben Herod Trio paired with a special burlesque solo by Belle Delight, and tarot readings by Nina Kahn.

Valentine's Day Lunch with Live Music by Dave Holodiloff at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
2/14/24
 
no cover charge
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Join the Dave Holodiloff Duo at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse for an intimate Lover's Lunch program of romantic love songs to celebrate Valentine's Day! Feel all the love, dance to the music, and eat amazing food, 12pm-1:30pm. Reservations are recommended, 831-375-6958.

Celebrate Mardi Gras at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
2/10/24
 
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents a Mardi Gras party featuring the great food of New Orleans, party favors, and live music by Alligator , the legendary Blues, Zydeco, and Cajun guitar and fiddle player. Dancing and costumes are encouraged. Advance reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Frida Vossler at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
2/3/24
 
no cover
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents an evening of live music with singer-songwriter Frida Vossler on Saturdays, 6pm-8pm. No cover.

Django Reinhardt Tribute Concert by Dave Holodiloff Quartet

 
1/21/24
 
$20/$25
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse hosts a Django Reinhardt Birthday Tribute Concert by the Dave Holodiloff Quartet on Sunday, January 21, 2pm-4pm. Cover is $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Enjoy an afternoon of Gypsy Jazz and Hot Club Swing with Dave Holodiloff (vocals, mandolin), Lex Olsen (manouche guitar), Elijjah McCullar (jazz violin), and Steve Uccello (upright bass).

The Bassment at Pearl Hour

 
12/21/23
 
$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.

Mike Ehlers and Friends at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
10/21/23
 
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents Mike Ehlers and Friends for a night of acoustic originals and covers on Saturday, October 21, 7pm-10pm. Join us for good music, good food, and good times.

Award-winning songwriter and guitarist...

Dave Holodiloff Trio's Django Reinhardt Tribute Concert at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
10/20/23
 
$20
 
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Join the Dave Holodiloff Trio for a tribute concert to Django Reinhardt at Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse at 7pm. $20 cover charge. Reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.

Tonight, the Dave Holodiloff Trio, featuring Dave Holodiloff (mandolin, vocals), Lex Olsen (guitar), and Steve Uccello (bass) will perform an intimate Gypsy Jazz dinner program of classic standards and originals.

2023 Monterey Peninsula Pride After Party

 
7/15/23
 
$20 cover charge
 
Pearl Hour

Monterey Peninsula Pride presents our After Party for ages 21 and up at Pearl Hour cocktail bar on Saturday, July 15, 8pm-12am. $20 cover, proceeds support MPP.

Tonight, hosts Rogue Roulette and Khloe Quarterpounder will bring you a fantastic Studio 54 themed show. Expect to see all your favorite local performers and some added razzle-dazzle to celebrate Pride!

Earlier in the day, be sure to attend the Pride Parade in Downtown Old Monterey at 11am and the family-friendly Pride Celebration at Custom House Plaza 12pm-3pm!

Alligator with Special Guest Mario Valens at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
7/8/23
 
 
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. Tonight he'll be joined by Mario Valens of the popular Backyard Blues Band.

Advance reservations recommended, 831-375-6958.