Ice Skating (By the Bay)

Custom House Plaza Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

For years now there has been ice skating available for the public in Monterey. In spite of our "Mediterranean" climate it exists. So why not take advantage of it? There […]

Rock Legends

Golden Bough Theater Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

It's time for the performers of the Pacific Repertory  to don their wigs and colorful costumes and pretend to be some of your favorite rock and rollers. It's a tribute […]

Noon Year’s Eve

MY Museum 425 Washington St., Monterey, CA, United States

You read that right. It is midday of New Year's Eve. Because it's at MY Museum and aimed at young children, and their weary parents. Celebrate early and get home […]

Organists Kaleidophone Concert

Peace United Church of Santa Cruz 900 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

A gathering of organists and the Aeolian Skinner3 Manual Pipe Organ results in a kaleidophone. (Maybe.) In any case, you fans of organs and their musicians will get a kick […]

First Night Monterey

downtown Monterey Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

Beginning earlier in the day with activities for the younger members of the family, this long-standing family gathering has something for everyone as the night progresses. Badges are available to […]

New Year’s Eve Sleepover (Monterey Bay Aquarium)

Monterey Bay Aquarium 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

Looking for a unique experience for your younger family members? Here it is. Sleep with the fishes (and mollusks, crustaceans, arthropods, and lots more). There will be food, activities, and […]

Roaring 20’s Night to Remember

Sly McFly's 700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

Looking for a different theme for your New Year's Celebration? Why not go back about 90 years? (The 20's didn't start roaring til later in the decade.) Dressing up in […]

Rock Legends Tribute

Golden Bough Theater Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Sixty years after the tragic accident that took their lives the music of the Big Bopper, Richie Valens and Buddy Holly is presented by PacRep. Rock out to their music […]

Asilomar First Day Hike

Asilomar Conference Center 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Te folks at Asilomar have just the thing to help you with your resolutions, get out and walk in a lovely, natural setting. What a great way to start the […]

Sunday Seaside Crafts

Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center, part of UCSC, hosts a weekly gathering for children and their families. The point is educating them about the fabulous and abundant life of the […]