It means "picnic" in Spanish but these days it's not so much a picnic as a party. Usually about 500 people attend and they celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the city of Monterey in 1770. (You do the math.) There is BBQ, cake, beverages, and a celebratory atmosphere. A genuine piece of Monterey […]
On the first weekend of the month the history oriented folks, who enjoy role playing, in the area get together and show the rest of us what people did and how they lived in the past. Here at the San Juan Bautista State Park they specialize in the mission era and the post Gold Rush […]
The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this area the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time. This event is obviously featuring the Ferrari mark. The cars will represent many eras of the Ferrari company. Nothing like […]
Thee will be four bands to supply the "rock" part of the title and over 100 vehicles to be the "rod". You can come out and be part of the fun and enjoyment of these two American past times. Although if you are not accustomed to the weather in Monterey in June, you may want […]
A solid piece of Salinas history is available for visiting and enjoying on the first Saturday of each month. The knowledgeable docents are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to share the history and interesting stories about the development of Salinas and the Salinas Valley. Combine the visit with the other resources immediately available, the Railroad Museum […]
An interesting slice of Monterey County history that is fun to watch or even get to operate(sometimes) is the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum and its splendid diorama of the valley's train routes. Come over on any first Saturday or Sunday of the month and enjoy the historic rail display and even get to […]
On the first weekend of the month the history oriented folks, who enjoy role playing, in the area get together and show the rest of us what people did and how they lived in the past. Here at the San Juan Bautista State Park they specialize in the mission era and the post Gold Rush […]
The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this area the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time. This event is the fastest motorcycles and the most intense racers you see will anywhere. Seeing them run through the […]
Accomplished musicians and singers gather in our area to highlight the works of J.S. Bach. However the works of his contemporaries and modern composers are featured also. In short it is a celebrating of music and its enjoyment by the performers and the audience. Many venues and musical offerings are available and the details of […]
Well over 100 years of rodeo contests and performances makes this one of the big ones on the rodeo circuit. Along with the various events like Kiddie Kapers Parade and the Horse Parades down Main St. bring out the locals and the visitors to our annual celebration of a significant part of Monterey County's history. […]
