Soul of CA

Carmel BTS Pumpkin Roll
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ocean Ave., Between Sta Rita and Junipero, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, United States
The annual rolling of the pumpkins happens on Ocean St. The squashes start up near the top of the street and head west to the water. Some make it, most don’t but that’s not the point. It is to have fun and continue the silly tradition, probably begun by teen pranksters many years ago.

Halloween Pumpkin Roll
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Another celebration of the spooky season is happening in Carmel BTS. They are rolling squash down Ocean Ave. BYOP and have a crack at it. With any luck you may get your pumpkin all the way to the beach maybe into the water!

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2025-10-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Looking for pumpkins? Looking for wonderful, but edible, squash? Try your local farmers market. They have the best, freshest produce you can buy. Unless you grow your own, this is the place. In addition, there are friendly folks who can give the lowdown on the best recipes and techniques to enjoy the results of their hard work. There are also numerous prepped food stands and artisans selling their goods. There are more markets in the area on different days which may suit your schedule better. Check out https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Pebble Beach Zombie Run
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Pebble Beach Corporate Yard, 4005 Sunridge Rd., Pebble Beach, 93953, United States
This is getting to be a regular event for all those zombie fans out there. Have you tried it yet? Why not? Running through the woods of Pebble Beach and acting crazy for brains sounds like a good morning’s activity. There are two faces, one 5K for more dedicated, fierce zombies and a shorter, less demanding 2K for family oriented zombies. Either way, could be fun. More info is at https://www.raceentry.com

Pebble Beach Zombie Run
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Pebble Beach Corporate Yard, 4005 Sunridge Rd., Pebble Beach, 93953, United States
The name says it all. You come to Pebble Beach dressed as a zombie (whatever that means) and take off running. Maybe not that simple. First go to https://www.raceroster.com , get the details, then take off.

Farmers Market Aptos
2025-10-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Big Sur River Run
2025-10-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, High Way One, Big Sur, CA, United States
The title here says it all doesn’t it? The goal of this run is to raise money for the very deserving Bir Sur Fire Dept. and the Big Sur Health Clinic. These two organizations help not only the residents of the area but the visitors who might, more often than you think, need health and fire/ emergency services. You get to run or walk the 5K or run the 10K in the gorgeous Pfeiffer State Park and see those stunning trees while you get exercise and help worthy causes. More info and those important race details are at https://www.bigsurriverrun.org

Mercado Popular Salinas Sport Complex
2025-10-24 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2025-10-24 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2025-10-24 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2025-10-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2025-10-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2025-10-23 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2025-10-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market King City
2025-10-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2025-10-22 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2025-10-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2025-10-22 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Sharktober
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Hopkins Marine Station, 120 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93953, United States
Yes, it is a strange name. It’s saved by the fact that this is a serious presentation about the lives of the Great White Sharks that pass though the Monterey Bay. What challenges do they face? How can humans improve the situation? What positive things are happening? These and other questions (maybe some of yours) will be answered by the team of scientists making this presentation. More info is at ctomlins@stanford.edu

Farmers Market Monterey
2025-10-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (Salinas)
2025-10-21 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2025-10-20 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Exploring Nature with Children
2025-10-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Palo Corona Park, Entrance south of Crossroads, Carmel, CA, United States
The naturalists at Palo Corona Park are inviting you and your young person (any age) to come out and look around and get a sense of the wonder that nature can bring to our lives. From the animals to the plants and the relationship between us all it can make an impression on a young mind.

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2025-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
Warm days, cool nights and the subtle feeling of autumn in the air. That’s the indication that the freshest and best produce is at the farmers markets around the Central Coast. Nothing can compare to the scent of the apples in the displays. Lots more beautiful produce in the other bins. Come out and see for yourself. There are many market locations around the area. Check out the list at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Marina
2025-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Live Oak
2025-10-19 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Monterey Bay Football Club v. Pittsburgh Riverhounds
2025-10-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Cardinale Stadium, CSUMB campus, Marina, CA, United States
Lots of enthusiasm has been building over at Cardinale Stadium on the CSUMB campus. You too can catch some of the fun that the Union develops. Come out to the stadium (bring a coat) and cheer for the Crisp and Kelp against Pittsburgh. They have several nicknames. But that doesn’t take away from the excitement and fun that watching them play can bring. Info about tickets, parking etc. is at https://www.montereyfc.com

Monterey Bay Shipwrecks
2025-10-18 19:00 - 20:00 | California First Theater, Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sounds like a band’s name but it’s a lecture about the unfortunate events brought about by the rugged coastline and unpredictable weather. It takes place at the historic First Theater in Monterey which recently re-opened. Come see the changes and get a bit of historical lore. Call 831-649-2907 for more info.

Firefighters' Charity Ball
2025-10-18 17:00 - 23:00 | The Inn at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach, CA, United States
Come on out and meet those “hunky” firefighters in their evening clothes. Isn’t that reason enough? The reason is to support their efforts in the area and provide them with the best possible equipment. So that helps a lot. So what are you waiting for? Go to https://www.aesbid.co/ELP/MFCFBALL25 Here you will find information and tickets.
