Scottish Games and Celtic Fest
2017-08-05 08:00 - 2017-08-06 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you are Scottish or merely enjoy hanging around with Scotsmen, this is the place to be in Monterey County. All things associated with Scotland and the culture that developed around that country. Dancing, games, music, pipes, food, and, of course, Scotch are all available for your enjoyment. Two days of fun and culture in the lovely Monterey County Fairgrounds.

Watsonville Strawberry Festival
2017-08-05 09:00 - 2017-08-06 16:00 | 231 Union St. , Watsonville, CA, United States
Two days of fun built around enjoyment of that delicious red fruit. An amazing array of recipes and foods that include strawberries. But more than simply that, there are rides, booths, other foods and fun.

Old Town Farmers' Market
2017-08-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Farmers’ Market, Main and Gabilan Sts. , Salinas , CA, United States
Every week local farmers and small business people gather to offer a tasty and nutritious spread of foods, prepared or straight from the fields. Others offer a variety of goods for sale. Either way good bargains on great products are here for your perusal. Come down and get to know what’s happening, seasons change and merchants are always offering something new.

Living History Day
2017-08-05 11:00 - 16:00 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
See the history of San Juan Bautista come to life. People dressed in period garb and explaining the activities our ancestors did on a daily basis as well as the trials they endured to make California the great place it is. Great fun for the family and those interested in California history, or just talking to people about a fun activity.

International Day
2017-08-05 12:00 - 15:00 | Bear Flag Gallery, 207 Third St. , San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
At the Bear Flag Gallery on Third St. in downtown San Juan Bautista the world will be waiting to meet you. There will food of many countries, entertainment, cooking demos, and much more. If you wear a costume you will win a prize. Don’t wear your Darth Vader costume though, it has to be from another country or ethnic group.

Hollister Concerts
2017-08-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Guerra Cellars, 500 John Smith Rd. , Hollister, CA, United States
This concert series features bands in the pastoral setting of the Guerra Cellars on John Smith Road just outside Hollister. This week’s artists are tribute artists concentrating on the music of AC/DC, Van Halen, and Def Leppard. Their names are Bonfire, Fan Halen, and Payromania, respectively. No doubt some serious rockin’ will be going on in those grapevines. Come down and find out.

Steinbeck House
2017-08-06 11:00 | Steinbeck House, 132 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
A chance to visit John Steinbeck’s boyhood home, where he wrote some of his earliest works. Docent-led tours leaving the lobby on the hour starting at 11:00 and last one at 1:00. A rare opportunity to see this beautifully restored Victorian. Ask about group discounts.

Blues in the Park
2017-08-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
Each week Seaside presents a wonderful band (or two) with a blues influence. Come enjoy a sunny (maybe) afternoon with a large group of like-minded music lovers. For the final week the city of Seaside brings us Lorelei & Ever’thang and Trudy Lynn. Ladies are going to close the series. Sure to be a fine sendoff.

Aloha Races & Polynesian Festival
2017-08-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Wharf, 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This is the 25th annual celebration of all things Polynesian, food, music, culture, and of course boat racing. If you’ve ever wondered about those loooong beautiful boats with outriggers and lots of paddlers and wanted to ask someone, here’s your chance.

Scotts Valley Art Walk
2017-08-07 08:00 - 2017-10-21 18:00 | Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd., Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Taking place in lovely Skypark, this is a self-guided tour through the art exhibited there. The exhibit will be in the park until October 21.

Santa Cruz Shakespeare Festival
2017-08-07 20:00 - 2017-09-03 23:00 | The Grove at DeLaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Rd., Santa Cruz, CA, 95056, United States
This year’s productions include; Two Gentlemen of Verona, Measure for Measure, The 39 Steps, Candide, as well as staged readings of two novels all in repertory. This is a local institution and always provides first rate productions and features the talents of many locals and UCSC students.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-08-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
Thks and runs year-round rain or shine. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
Our produce vendors come from all over California, from Salinas and Watsonville, to Fresno and Sacramento, selling Certified and Organic Certified produce.
Arts and crafts vendors come from around the world, selling treasures from Africa, Colombia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, China, and Yugoslavia, just to name a few.
Our food vendors also serve up delicacies that are as international as our products serving up Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Mediterranean, and BBQ delicacies. In our Baker’s Alley you can find fresh pastries like baklava, European breads, cookies, muffins, pies, and cakes.
In addition to the products and food we offer, the Old Monterey Farmers Market also includes a variety of community events. You can donate blood through C.H.O.M.P., adopt a dog from the SPCA,register to vote, and enjoy live music from local musicians.
While the Marketplace provides a plethora of food, produce, arts & crafts, and community services, it is most importantly a cultural focal point of Monterey. As the largest congregation of locals year round, the Farmer’s Market offers a place for people to visit friends, make new ones, catch up with acquaintances, and discuss current affairs; the Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks.

Fort Ord Bicycle Ride and BBQ
2017-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Fort Ord, Seaside , CA, United States
An opportunity to meet other bicyclists and enjoy the lovely trails of the former Fort Ord military base. Check their website for more details and directions to the meet-up site. There are other activities available as well.

Boardwalk Movie Night
2017-08-09 21:00 - 23:00 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Enjoy a day at the Boardwalk topped off with a viewing of a fun movie. his week’s attraction is “The Little Rascals”. The delightful update of the classic shorts from decades ago will show at 9:00.

Salinas Memorial Hospital Farmers' Market
2017-08-11 13:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
