Soul of CA

Farmers Market Marina
2026-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
It’s said that April showers bring May flowers. Maybe for the rest of the county but the Central Coast’s showers also bring bushels of good food in the form of vegetables and fruits. You can enjoy the freshest available by coming out to the farmers markets throughout the area. In addition there are local vendors of interesting items and loads of prepared foods. If this time/date doesn’t work for you check out https://www.montereycfb.com for more days and places.

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-04-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
With each passing week the markets grow fuller with the delicious and fresh produce from our valley. Come out and find something that will delight your taste buds and give the family the nutrition to remain healthy and growing. Not only that but you support local farmers and small businesses with your purchases and continued trade. Everyone wins. Come on out and see what’s new. More sites and days are available at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market E. Alisal
2026-04-07 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2026-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Bohemian Artisans Market
2026-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Cooper-Molera Adobe, Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s an interesting title for the event and sure to bring in intrigued customers. You are welcome to come by and check out the many interesting items for sale. There will be the promised bohemian artisans and live music. The adobe building is very interesting also.

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-04-08 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-04-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Pacific Grove Museum Experience
2026-04-08 14:30 - 16:30 | John Steinbeck Library, Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This is not in Pacific Grove nor is it in a Museum. It’s at the Steinbeck Library in Salinas and features many Exhibits from the P.G. Natural History Museum. It allows people in Salinas to see what’s up at the museum without having to pack up the family and make the trip. It’s as easy as driving a few blocks. More details are at https://www. library.salinas.gov/events

Farmers Market Hollister
2026-04-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-04-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2026-04-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2026-04-09 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2026-04-09 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-04-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Space Crimes & Moon Rocks
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Intriguing title isn’t it? Joseph Gutheinz, a former NASA investigator is presenting some of his interesting cases. Stolen moon rocks will be one of them. Sounds very interesting and you might like to check it out. More info is at https://www.mpc.edu/moonrocktalk

Water Tower
2026-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Monterey United Methodist Church, 1 Soledad Place, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Looking for a different musical experience? The Otter Opry is offering a sort of punk bluegrass band, Water Tower. Find out a lot more athttps://www.otteropry.org

Pebble Beach Food & Wine
2026-04-09 19:00 - 2026-04-12 23:00 | Carmel/Pebble Beach, Carmel , CA, United States
This is one of the outstanding West Coast culinary events. Three days of great food and wine, obviously. But the collection of 100 chefs and 250 wines along with the best of ingredients provided by the abundance of Monterey County and its environs makes for an outstanding experience. More details are at https://www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2026-04-10 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2026-04-10 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex
2026-04-10 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Wizard of Oz on Ice
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
Check out the sliding, gliding experience of the Wizard of Oz. Lots more info is at the Sunset Center website. Go to https://www.sunsetcenter.com

Ocean-Front-Porch w/ Marianne
2026-04-11 06:00 - 07:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
What is it? It’s watching the world wake up on the deck of the Lodge at Asilomar. Since prehistoric times humans have awakened with the sun’s rise. Why not now? Details at https://www.montereybaymeditationcenter.com

Farmers Market Aptos
2026-04-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Walk (run) on the Wild Side
2026-04-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Monterey Zoo, 400 River Rd. , Salinas, CA, United States
Monterey Zoo is the place for the fun. There will be a kids’ 100 yard race and a 1.5 K fun run to benefit the efforts of the Unravel Pediatric Cancer Center. In addition there will be food, games, activities, and vendors. All for such a good cause. And you get to visit the Zoo as part of your contribution. Details are at https://www.e.givesmart.com/events

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Maket Salinas (downtown)
2026-04-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Coastal Collectors' Event
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course, 1 McClure Way, Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
All those of you who are into sports trading cards and memorabilia will be interested in this. A card show with a real sports legend, Reggie Jackson is coming to Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course. Check it out and get a chance to see the lovely vistas from the clubhouse. More information is at https://www.bayonetblackhorse.com

Whale Fest Monterey
2026-04-11 10:00 - 2026-04-12 17:00 | Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Everything you ever wanted to know about whales and dolphins will be here. For two days the Fisherman’s Wharf area will be all about the largest animals on Earth. Come out and see what you’ve been missing. Or enjoy the sight of so many people learning new things. Moe information is available at https://www.whatsupmonterey.com

Castro Adobe Open House
2026-04-11 10:30 - 15:00 | Castro Adobe Historic Park, 184 Old Adobe Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
In addition to the opening of the historic Adobe in Watsonville, there will be a renowned historian, Andres Resendez, speaking and adding historical context to the house and its history. Check out this interesting bit of local lore. More information is at https://www.parks.ca.gov/?_id=22271
