Soul of CA

Farmers Market Monterey (downtown)
2025-12-02 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
We are into the Holiday Season. Why go to the Farmers Market now? Because the farmers there still have the freshest and tastiest produce around. And the friendly people are always so happy to see you. The vendors of artisanal crafts are also so happy to see you. They are the best place to find one of a kind pieces to present to your loved ones later this month. The prepared food will give you the energy to keep going in this wintry weather. More site, dates and times are listed at https://www.montereycfb.com

Sand Dollar Ornament Workshop
2025-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Wine Experience, 381 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Looking for a unique memory from your visit to Monterey? Here it is, You can create your own tree ornament from one of the denizens of the area. No. not an otter pelt, that’s illegal. Come to Wine Experience at 381 Cannery Row and they will supply the sand dollar and the decorative stuff and you bring the creativity. Then you take a handmade, one-of-a-kind ornament back home. Maybe enjoy a glass of great local wine to enhance that creativity. More info at https://www.wineexperience.org

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2025-12-03 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2025-12-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2025-12-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2025-12-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2025-12-04 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2025-12-04 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2025-12-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Monterey Peninsula College Art Dept. Sale
2025-12-04 17:00 - 2025-12-05 18:00 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Yes, you can find many one-of-a-kind art pieces. Choose from a wide variety of media, ceramics, photos, glass and much more. The first day’s hours are 5-7 and the next day is longer 11-6. More details are available at abettencourt@mpc.edu

Pacific Grove Parade of Lights
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
In the tradition of the season PG lights up its downtown and brings out many of the local groups to troop down Lighthouse Ave. Come down to see what “The Last Hometown” has in store for you. It happens between 6:00 and 8:00 on Lighthouse Ave.

Pacific Grove Holiday Lights Parade
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
It heads down Lighthouse Ave. and officially starts the season for downtown P.G. You can be part of the festivity. Get in the spirit the easy and sober way. Any more info is at https://www.pacificgrove.org

Christmas on the Wharf
2025-12-05 10:00 - 2025-12-21 20:00 | Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf is celebrating the Christmas Holidays as only they can. For nearly two weeks the merchant on the wharf will be welcoming their visitors with decorations, trees, displays, and entertainment. Of course, there will be visits from the main man, Santa Claus. The fun goes from December 5th through December 21st, every day from 10:00 AM until 8:00PM. More info is at https://www.montereywharf.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2025-12-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2025-12-05 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Holiday Tree Lighting (Carmel BTS)
2025-12-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Carmel Plaza, Ocean & Mission, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
It’s one way that things get going in Carmel. Come to the Carmel Plaza and watch as they turn on the lights and celebrate the season.

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex
2025-12-05 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Night Market 831
2025-12-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Sand City, Sand City, CA, 93955, United States
A collection of offbeat shops, foods, and music that pops out once a month in Sand City. Come out and see what is going on in this interesting small place that is quickly becoming the hot art spot on the Central Coast. The details are at https://www.nightmarket831.com

Streets of Bethlehem
2025-12-05 18:00 - 2025-12-07 20:00 | First Baptist Church, 130 San Vicente St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This program has become an institutional part of Salinas’ Holiday celebrations. They bring the city of Bethlehem to life as it may well have appeared while under Roman control at the time of the birth of Jesus Christ. Animals, costumes, and lots of people put the atmosphere of the era right in your face and nostrils. Details like where to park are at their website https://www.streetsofbethlehem.com

Camerata Singers Holiday Concert
2025-12-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Compass Church, 1044 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
One of the long standing and accomplished choral groups in the area is presenting their Holiday concerts at some of the more interesting local venues. Come out and get into that holiday spirit with some inspiring vocal music. More info on the venues and the program is available at office@cameratamonterey.org

Peninsula Cars & Coffee
2025-12-06 08:00 - 10:00 | Chili’s, 1349 Canyon Del Rey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Lots of folks have a lot to say about their cars. So there are several opportunities to do that around Monterey and San Benito Counties. Here’s one, come to the Chili’s parking lot in Seaside on Canyon Del Rey and share your ride. It can be anything that rolls and has an engine. Come and see for yourself.

Farmers Market Aptos
2025-12-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Coffee with Cows
2025-12-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Palo Corona Park, Entrance south of Crossroads, Carmel, CA, United States
Coffee with Cows seems a little one-sided. But the guides will fill you in on the details of grazing and the relationship between the animals and the park which keeps the environment healthy and thriving. Come out for a nice walk, at least, and an informative experience. Details are found at https://www.secure.1rec.com

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (west)
2025-12-06 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2025-12-06 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

High Tides Hike
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Elkhorn Slough NERR, 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Elkhorn Slough has many charms and they are easily experienced. The King Tides and the result of the extreme changes they generate are more difficult to appreciate. You need to be there at a specific time and place. Having someone experienced explaining and pointing out the changes is helpful. Here is exactly what you need. Come to the Slough and find yourself in the marvelous environment with a knowledgeable person to help explain what is going on. https://www.elkhornslough.org is the best place for the details.

History Fun
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey Baker House, Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas’ history and has many interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting there you can also check out the other historical buildings nearby. More details are to be found at https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Holiday Native Arts Market
2025-12-06 11:00 - 18:00 | Watsonville Women’s Club, 12 Brennan St., Watsonville, CA, United States
This a Market dedicated to the artistic creations of Native Americans. There will be creations made by the members of at least seven different tribes, including Ceramics, paintings, wearable items, and jewelry. Come out and see if you can find something unique and help Native artisans at the same time. More information is at https://www.nativeexpressions.com

SBALT Ranch Days
2025-12-07 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
The San Benito County Land Trust loves to get people out to see the beauty of the land and help preserve that beauty. You can be one of these folks who make the vistas even more lovely while doing the actual appreciation. Join up with a group headed out this weekend. Check them out at https://www.sanbenitolandtrust.org

Farmers Market Live Oak
2025-12-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
