Events

In spite of the mysterious name this is a band aimed at getting the audience up and dancing. Sound good? Well there are four other bands on the bill so there will be lots of shaking and grooving. http://foxtheatersalinas.com

Salinas' downtown is undergoing a renaissance of a sort. This enterprise is a part of it. They have a looong Happy Hour (three hours) on Fridays and Saturdays and offer  some yummy appetizers etc. for the hungry ones in your group. http://201maincomplex.com

The Nancy Russell Studio is sponsoring this sale. Ms. Russell's works as well as those of many local artists will be featured. Stroll the garden, buy some unique art and have a great day in the picturesque setting of Moss Landing.http://mlartscrafts.com

Here you can look, examine, learn, and of course buy wonderful stones and gems in many modes; jewelry especially. Lots of vendors and a myriad of rocks. Free admission if you bring a donation of food for the Food Bank. Hours on the [email protected]

Monterey Comedy Improv will bring their insights into local politics and controversies as well as things more interesting to those who prefer their humor more global and national.  If you can't get tickets for Second City, maybe this will help. http://daliexpo.com

They are back again. Second City brings its own improv skills and lots of funny insightful comedy skits to the Sunset Center. Always a fun evening and very popular way to begin the holiday season. http://sunsetcenter.org

This is not a cover band for Crosby, Stills and Nash. They are rappers featured in this all-ages show. Downtown Salinas is becoming quite the music scene. Come find out what this latest group of artists has to contribute. http://foxtheatersalinas.com

Two glass studios are uniting to provide a wide selection of glass art objects for your enjoyment and purchase. Chris Johnson and Studio Zayante are showing their works for this holiday season and you get to wander about and be amazed by their work. http://chrisjohnsonglass.com

Come to downtown Salinas and see a fabulous parade kicking off the holiday season. Thousands of fans line the street and watch every imaginable group parade down the street. School groups, high school bands and bikers share the Christmas spirit. Dress for the weather and bring a chair.

These magicians have been seen around the world and this show has also been amazing tens of thousands at their various performances. Come out and be prepared to be astonished. http://goldenstatetheater.com