Soul of CA

Farmers Market Castroville
2026-06-04 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Castroville Recreation Center, 11261 Crane St., Castroville, CA, United States
Now it’s June and we have a full roster of Farmers Markets throughout the area. The latest re-openings are at Del Monte Mall (8:00 until 12:00). So now there are more places to get great, fresh produce. This time of year there is good selection, fresh produce , and those friendly, helpful people at the Markets. So come out, find some wonderful ingredients for your healthy meals and start your summer of right. More sites, dates, and times are at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-06-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall
2026-06-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Carmel Culinary Week
2026-06-05 08:00 - 2026-06-13 17:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Actually, it’s more like 10 days. The important thing is that it’s about the enjoyment of food and wine. You get to eat and drink the best of local restaurants and chefs as well as the best of the fruit of the vine. You can enjoy yourself as much as you find appropriate. But start out at the website https://www.whatsupmonterey.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2026-06-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2026-06-05 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Center
2026-06-05 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Carmel Culinary Week
2026-06-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Just imagine that all the restaurants in Carmel opened for a specific event and stayed that way for a week. Well that’s not what happens but it is a lot of restaurants, 30 of them, and many wineries as well. The whole event begins at Carmel Plaza but extends to much of the city. More details and venues are at https://www.carmelcalifornia.com

Farmers Market Aptos
2026-06-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2026-06-06 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Rana Creek Bird Watching
2026-06-06 09:30 - 12:00
The Audubon Society is reaching out to the public and making us aware of the abundant bird activity in our area. Here’s another opportunity to see what makes the Central Coast a special place. Out on Carmel Valley Rd. at the Rana Creek Reserve they will be meeting to bring some lucky folks out to learn lots about a rewarding activity. You may see magpies, wrens, even an eagle. More info is at https://www.montereyaudubon.org Remember comfy clothes and shoes and don’t forget layers.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

First Mayor's House
2026-06-06 10:00 - 15:00 | First Mayor’s House, 3 Station Pl, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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 and the Regional Heritage Center and make a day of it. Details are at their website https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

M&SV Railroad Museum
2026-06-06 10:00 - 2026-06-07 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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 blow the steam whistle. On the Saturdays you can also visit the First Mayor’s House and the Regional Heritage Center, both nearby, a short walk. More info and details are at https://www.msvrr.org

La Merienda
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
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 culture, attended by lots of local celebrities and politicians. More information is available at https://www.whatsupmonterey.com

Living History @ San Juan Bautista
2026-06-06 11:00 - 16:00 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
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 era. Come out and ask questions and observe the surprisingly complicated processes of daily life that early residents had to go through. Details and dates are at https://www.business.sanbenitochamber.com

Santa Cruz Veg Fest
2026-06-06 11:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Watsonville, United States
This is the place to be if you are looking for some inspiration in your diet. We all know that there are many good reasons to eat less meat. Here you can find info about how to do it, enjoy it, and be healthy. Come out and find a new way to help yourself and the planet. More information and tickets are at https://www.vegfestsantacruz.org

Farmers Market Live Oak
2026-06-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina
2026-06-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-06-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Village, Carmel Valley, CA, United States

Palenke Arts 10th Festival
2026-06-07 11:00 - 17:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
There will be 20 artists and lots of activities for the family. They have been at this for ten years so they have it figured out. Come and have your muse brought to life. It’s all about the arts and the creative passions that are within each of us. More information can be found at https://www.palenkearts.org

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-06-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
At this point, all the local markets are up and running, the season is reaching its peak and the vendors are offering the freshest available produce from the rich agricultural bounty of the Central Coast. The colors, the aromas, and the people all combine to make your visit a feast for the senses. This is easy and you can do it a couple times a week because there are markets all around the area. Check their locations at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market The Barnyard
2026-06-09 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Salinas E. Alisal (WIC)
2026-06-09 11:00 - 15:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey (downtown)
2026-06-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-06-10 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-06-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2026-06-10 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-06-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States
