WineDown Wednesday at Hula's

 
9/3/25
 
 
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

 
9/3/25
 
$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.

Go Hiking with Monterey Hostel

 
9/4/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Hostel

Monterey Hostel invites you to join us for our weekly hikes. We meet at the hostel every Thursday at 12pm (note the new time!) and head to area hikes depending on available transportation. All are welcome. No reservations necessary.

Hikes will last approximately 2 hours and be in different locations each week. We aim to keep hikes accessible for beginners and all ages. Questions? Text the hostel at 831-677-6060.

Open Mic Night at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
9/4/25
 
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.

831 INK: First Friday Tattoo Special

 
9/5/25
 
 
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 night.

Community Yoga Class at Monterey Hostel

 
9/6/25
 
free
 
Monterey Hostel

Join Doris at Monterey Hostel for a yoga class focusing on functional core stability on the first Saturday 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.

Pearl Hour's 6th Birthday Party Featuring Diamond Life

 
9/7/25
 
 
Pearl Hour

Pearl Hour is celebrating our sixth birthday with Diamond Life , a band dedicated to performing the songs of Sade, on Saturday, September 7 at 8pm.

The 7-piece band, featuring Malinda DeRouen on vocals, beautifully captures the smooth sophistication of Sade’s timeless music while infusing it with their unique, improvisational flair.

Sunday Jazz Nights at Pearl Hour

 
9/7/25
 
$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...

Free Bullyproof Seminar for Ages 6-12 at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

 
9/13/25
 
Free
 
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monterey

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monterey presents a free Back to School Bullyproof Seminar for children ages 6-12 on Saturday, 12:30pm-2pm. No prior experience necessary. Register here.

Gracie's Bullyproof program teaches children to use verbal assertiveness to deter bullies and non-violent self-defense techniques. Kids gain discipline, control, and focus through fun games and positive reinforcement.

Alligator at Bon Ton L'Roy's

 
9/13/25
 
 
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.

Meal Snack Packs at International Cafe for Movie in the Park

 
9/20/25
 
 
International Cafe

This Saturday's Movie in the Park: Hocus Pocus is the perfect chance to enjoy a picnic in Scholze Park with friends and family, and International Cafe, located steps away from the park, is offering $20 Meal Snack Packs.

Simply stop by and select your favorite items from their Mediterranean-style deli station. The staff will assemble a delicious Meal Snack Pack for you to share with family and friends. Whether you're vegan or omnivore, gluten free or dairy free, they have options for everyone.

Lighthouse Movie in the Park: "Hocus Pocus"

 
9/20/25
 
free
 
Scholze Park Community Center

The Lighthouse District is hosting a free outdoor screening of the all-ages Halloween comedy Hocus Pocus (1993). Let's kick off spooky season with a laugh!

The film will be shown at 7:30pm in front of Scholze Park Community Center. You're welcome to come early and bring a picnic. Remember to dress warmly and bring blankets and/or chairs. No pets or alcohol.

What's the event like? View photos from Movie in the Park 2023.

Scuba Diver emerging from deep blue ocean ocean waters

Bamboo Reef Fun Dive: Beach Dive

 
9/27/25
 
$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.

Celebrate Local Comic Shop Day at Current Comics 2025

 
9/27/25
 
 
Current Comics

Current Comics is celebrating Local Comic Shop Day on Saturday, September 27, 11am-7pm. We'll have exclusive, limited-edition covers of recently-released comic books available in-store. Come have fun at your friendly neighborhood comic shop and arrive early to find all the best stuff.

Make a Mug Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
9/28/25
 
$150
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Make a Mug Workshop on Sunday, Sept. 28, 10am-12:30pm. Fee is $150. Register online.

Learn how to make a mug using the slab-building technique. Emphasis will be placed on making a functional mug that feels good in your hand. No experience necessary.

Ceramic Jewelry Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
9/28/25
 
$120
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Ceramic Jewelry Workshop on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2pm-4:30pm. Fee is $120. Register on our website.

In this workshop you'll make 3 pairs of ceramic earrings and a pendant. Casey will teach you all the tips and tricks to create wearable pieces that you’ll want to show off every day. No experience required.