Harvest Festival @ Back Stretch Horse Ranch
2019-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Backstretch Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation, 18500 Rea Ave., Aromas, CA, 95004, United States
That’s exactly what it is. Come and celebrate the fall season with autumnal activities all designed to have fun and get you more aware of the work that these folks do with horses who have encountered many obstacles in their lives. It is called the Equine Rescue, Rehab, and Retirement Ranch. That’s what they do. http://backstretchrescue.org

Glass Pumpkin Patch
2019-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | The Grange @ Live Oak, 1900 17th Ave., Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Want to have a different sort of pumpkin this year? One that will become an heirloom? Come to the Glass Pumpkin Patch and be amazed at the selection and variety. Colors, sizes, and price points for all. http://chrisjohnsonglass.com

Chinese Cultural Festival
2019-10-26 10:30 - 16:30 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the 3rd annual celebration of the thousands of years of Chinese culture and traditions. Now that things are entering a new era of Sino-American relations, it seems more important than ever to understand and reach out to people around the world. Lots of things to enjoy, dance, music, food, and artifacts. Have someone write your name in Chinese characters. mbcamonterey@gmail.com

Batman & Batmobile
2019-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Ocean Ave., Between Sta Rita and Junipero, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, United States
As part of the annual Halloween Parade the City of Carmel is bringing in the Batman and his vehicle. In addition, there will be potential criminal activity by his nemesis, The Joker. Along with himself the Joker brings many other arch-villains, Harley Quinn and many others. Lots of fun and frolic to happen on Ocean Ave. http://BatMo.org

Early Schools of Salinas
2019-10-26 11:00 - 15:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor’s House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing glimpse into the past. http://firstmayorhouse.org

Fall Fun Days
2019-10-26 11:00 - 15:30 | Earth Bound Farms, 7250 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93923, United States
What is the best time to enjoy a farm? the Fall. When the harvest in coming in and the hard work is yielding its bounty. So to celebrate this the Earthbound Farm staff is sharing their delight with you. Games, rides, food, and fun await you in beautiful Carmel Valley. And you can meet a master pumpkin carver and receive advice on how to create really cool jack-o-lanterns. EBFevent@danone.com

Castle Rock Guided Walks
2019-10-26 11:00 - 2019-10-27 12:00 | Castle Rock State Park, 15000 Skyline Dr., Los Gatos, CA, 95033, United States
Every Saturday and Sunday through October 27th the staff at Castle Rock State Park will be taking folks like you on hikes through the impressive forest that is this park. They begin at 11:00 and last an hour, the hike is just over a mile and filled with lots of interesting things.

Quest for Flight
2019-10-26 15:00 - 16:30 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, United States
Ever wonder why there is so much aeronautical industry on the West Coast? Craig Harwood is the grandson of one of the pioneers of west coast aviation and first flyers. About the same time as the legendary Wright Brothers, his grandfather was flying at Aptos. Bet you didn’t know that. Come hear the fascinating story. http://santacruzpl.org

Print with Dali
2019-10-26 16:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The innovative people at the Dali Expo have a new method to aid you get in touch with your inner artist. This time they are giving us a chance to make prints. They supply the materials and an all-day pass to the museum, you bring an open mind and your creativity. Begins April 27 and every fourth Saturday through October. Probably you shouldn’t wear your best clothing.info@daliexpo.com

Print It With Dali
2019-10-26 16:00 - 18:30 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Joining up with the students from the print classes at Monterey Peninsula College, the folks at the Dali are giving you the chance to create your very own art print. We’ll call it art in spite of what the snobs in the art world might say. The last Saturday of each month until this class at the end of October. info@daliexpo.com

Jardines (de San Juan) Dia de los Muertos Party
2019-10-26 17:00 - 22:00 | Jardines de San Juan, 115 Third St., San Juan Bautista, CA, 95045, United States
If you like costumes and mezcal this is the place to be. There is a costume party with the theme of Dia de los Muertos and mezcal tasting. Sounds like a lot of fun.

Haunted Mirror Maze
2019-10-26 18:00, 2019-10-30 18:00 - 22:00 | Monterey Mirror Maze, 751 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
What we have here is a maze, filled with mirrors, and lots of scary characters focusing on clowns. If that is your cup of tea, go ahead and come right in. http://montereymirrormaze.com

Ghost Walk
2019-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 | san juan bautista mission, 406 2nd St., San Juan Bautista Mission, CA, United States
When is a place like San Juan Bautista one is aware of the history of the place. Along with this feeling is a sense of the people who went before. Some of us consider this an invitation to attempt to communicate or otherwise encounter the spirits of our ancestors, even if they are not really ours. Here is the chance they have sought. Walk around San Juan and feel the ghostly presences, or just have fun. Meet at the mission at 6:30. http://rotarysanjuanbautista.com

Museum of the Macabre
2019-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
For one night the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will become a creepy venue. They will focus on the stranger and weirder aspects of their collections and the ways in which exhibits are prepared. This will include a taxidermy presentation. This fills the macabre part of the title. Along the way there will be lots of interesting, less creepy things to see and experience. Oh. and by the way wear a costume. http://santacruzmuseum.org

Comedy Improv Night @ Dali Expo
2019-10-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you enjoy “Whose Line is it Anyway” Then come over to the Dali Expo and participate, maybe, in the performance of improv comedy at their venue. The group’s years of local experience will help you have a great time here in Monterey County. info@daliexpo.com

Men on Boats
2019-10-26 19:30 - 2019-11-10 22:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The story of John Wesley Powell and the group of men he recruited to explore the West and have adventures. The twist is that the cast is not male. Filled with sly appreciation of the roles men fill and the way we approach gender roles. http://westernstage.com
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 and Sundays at 2:00.

The Wailers
2019-10-26 20:00 - 22:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Without Bob Marley since 1981, The wailers have carried on his musical legacy with the guidance of “Familyman” Barrett and Donald Kinsey. Lots of good music and probably some fascinating stories. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Dia de Los Muertos Run and Festival
2019-10-27 09:00 - 15:00 | East Cliff Shopping Center, 21513 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Just in case you were looking for a chance to run with elaborate face painting and not feel self-conscious, here it is. The running part starts at 9:00 so arrive early to get painted or come already decorated. The festival part starts at 11:00 for those who just want the paint part. (Or for those who neither run nor paint.) It’s a dia of celebration and remembrance benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz. Cliff Dr. Shopping Centerhttp://diasantacruz.com

Walking Tour Point Sur Naval Facility
2019-10-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Point Sur Naval Facility, Highway One, CA, United States
Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org

Sweet Jazz @ Embassy Suites
2019-10-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Embassy Suites Monterey Bay, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States
Join Local Weatherman (retired) Jim Vanderzwaan and a rotating group of local talent as they share some great music and camaraderie each month’s last Sunday. http://facebook.com/silvertideseaside

Daimh
2019-10-27 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Mary’s By The Sea Episcopal Church, Central and Twelfth, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
No, it’s not a misspelling. It’s a Gaelic word for “kinship”. This band displays a lot of musical kinship. In that they are all acknowledged as great musicians before they gathered together as Daimh. Continuing their series of wonderful Celtic musicians, the St. Mary’s congregation presents this beautiful quintet. http://stmarysbythesea.org

Ukulele Jam
2019-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | American Burger, 738 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
They’re everywhere, but more fun than the mobile phones that also are everywhere. Now you can see some folks having real fun with ukuleles. Come to American Burgers and bask in some good food and some good music. Sundays through the month of November. Call 831-373-7573 for more info.

Vertigo Day
2019-10-29 15:00 - 22:00 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
Starting at 3:00 with a tour of the mission areas used in the movie, “Vertigo” and continuing into the evening (8:00)with a viewing of the film Hitchcock fans will be able to gain new insights into this master’s work. If you are not a Hitchcock fan come by and see why he has the reputation he does. http://www.parks.ca.gov or call 831-623-4881

Jackie Venson
2019-10-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Jade Lounge, 2110 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A remarkable young musician, Ms. Venson comes to visit us with her band and her soulful voice and delivery of lots of songs from different genres. In an intimate environment full of good music, this will be a marvelous evening. http://thejadelounge.com

Dia de los Muertos @ El Teatro Campesino
2019-11-01 08:00 - 2019-11-03 17:00 | El Teatro Campesino, 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
The renowned theater group is presenting their version of the Day of the Dead celebrations. There will be dancing, food, music, and a parade. Unfortunately all the indoor programs are sold out but the others, mentioned here, are still available. For sure there will be many authentic and interesting interpretations of the traditions from Mexico. Different times on the weekend, check the website for details. http://elteatrocampesino.com

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina
2019-11-01 13:00 - 2019-11-02 16:00 | 201 Main St., 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
2019-11-01 15:00 - 22:30 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
There will be many activities in San Juan, all celebrating the Mexican tradition of Dia de Los Muertos. There will be a party, a theatrical presentation, and an Open House put on by the many merchants of San Juan. So much to do. http://jardinesrestaurant.com or http://elteatrocampesino.com

Free First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art
2019-11-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
Come on over to the Museum of Art. It’s across the street from Colton Hall. You can meet the artists and the curators from the museum. Ask how decisions are made, admire their work, and get some culture vulture points. http://montereyart.org

Pacific Grove First Friday
2019-11-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Lighthouse Avenue, lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Like the name says, it is every First Friday. What changes is the nature of the activities and their focus. You get to come and see what is going on in the music and art scene in the area. All along Lighthouse and the adjacent streets. pacific Grove is filled with charming shops and businesses. Check them out. http://firstfridaypacificgrove.org
