Soul of CA

La Mafia
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
No, the organized crime syndicate is NOT on tour. It’s a band and their tour is called “Estan Tocando Fuego”. (Literally, “They are Touching Fire”) Sounds like an evening of lively music. Check out their sound at the Golden State. More info at

Farmers Market Aptos (8-12)
2024-10-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Going to the Market is still a great way to see what seasonal produce is available and discover interesting ways to prepare the savory offerings. There’s the fresh air and social interactions that are so helpful to our well-being. Obviously going to the market is good for you in a variety of ways. Be sure to check if the market you are considering is open, some are closing this time of year. There are other options available at https://www.monterycfb.com

Big Sur River Run
2024-10-26 08:30 - 12:00 | Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, High Way One, Big Sur, CA, United States
It’s the annual 10k and 5k runs through the beauty of Big Sur. You can be a part of this and it’s easy. Go to https://www.bigsurriverrun.org and sign up. It starts at Pfeiffer State Park and runs through the area on a largely flat course.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz West (9-1)
2024-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2024-10-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Moss Landing (10-2)
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Trick or Treat Downtown Pacific Grove
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The merchants and others in Pacific Grove welcome you to come by and get some tasty treats as you wander through the downtown. Come on out and see what’s new in PG as well.

Carmel Halloween
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:30 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Not to be confused with other celebrations of the spooky time of year. This is the one with the pumpkin roll on Ocean Ave. and so much more. Go to https://www.ci.carmel.ca.us/post to get the full account of the fun.

Steinbeck Center Spooktacular
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Trick or treat takes on a new meaning in the Steinbeck Center. Come and find out what’s up in the Center. https://www.steinbeck.org is the place to go to for more information.

Haunted House
2024-10-26 12:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | 2830 Fifth St., Marina, CA, United States
It’s that time of year, when so many want to be terrified by the supernatural. (As if the reality wasn’t enough.) Check out this venue for several successive weekends. It promises to be REALLY frightening. Call 408-726-8453 for details and questions answered.

Otter Focus Tours
2024-10-26 13:00 - 2024-10-27 15:30 | Elkhorn Slough Safari, 7981 Moss Landing Rd., Moss Landing, CA, United States
Sea Otters are a lot more than cute symbols of our area. They are complex predators with interesting stories. It’s always nice to see them frolic but it’s much more interesting when you can learn about them and their role in the environment of the area. The fact is they are fascinating. Come see them up close (legally) and get a fuller picture of their impact. More details are found at https://www.elkhornslough.com

Monterey Tequila Festival
2024-10-26 15:00 - 23:00 | Hyatt Regency Spa and Resort, 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Imagine an afternoon/evening devoted to the tasting and enjoyment of tequila. Well you don’t have to dwell on it for too long because it is a reality. There are so many types of tequila and ways to prepare the recipe that your taste buds will be astounded. Sound good? Then go to https://www.montereytequilafestival.com and prepare yourself with all the info you will need.

I Cantori di Carmel Oktoberfest
2024-10-26 17:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Women’s Club, 9th & San Carlos, Carmel, CA, United States
There will be lots of beer, singing, music, bratwursts, and singing. Some signature potato dishes and of course, sauerkraut. COme out and be ready to listen to some good singing and eat some good food. Go to the Carmel Womens Club on October 26th at 5:00 and begin the festivities.

Glass Blowing Party
2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Monterey Glass Works, 801b California St., Sand CIty, CA, United States
The pros at Monterey Glassworks are offering their expertise to help you do some of the work involved in their art. Then you can say that you made the art object that you bring home and put on the shelf. It’s quite soon so don’t wait for long to decide. More details are at https://www.montereyglassworks.com

Farmers Market Live Oak (9-1)
2024-10-27 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2024-10-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2024-10-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Howl-O-Ween
2024-10-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
It’s becoming a Carmel tradition. Dress your hound in a costume and parade it in front of hundreds of other dog fans. There are lots of interesting awards for costumes. But you don’t HAVE to bring a beast to enjoy yourself. Luckily dogs are most accepting. It happens at 11:00 until 2:00 at the Outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel, of course. On the 27th of October. https://www.eventbrite.com is the place for the details.

Pumpkin Plunge
2024-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Monterey Sports Center, 301 E Franklin St. , Monterey , CA, United States
Monterey Sports Center wants you to know that they are open for Halloween fun. Come by on the 27th and if you are among the first 100 folks you can get a free pumpkin. There are many other fun activities as well, the water slide and something called the WIBIT. Go to their website for more info, it’s https://www.monterey.city.gov

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-6)
2024-10-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
The time change is here and all those cruciferous vegetables are available. Go check out the freshest and most interesting veggies of the year. Time for soups and casseroles made with the best vegetables. The Farmers Markets have them. Just ask for a new way of cooking them. Also there are numerous craft booths offering wonders for the holiday gift list. Those one-of-a-kind things for that unique person in your life. Make sure you check first before going, some markets are closing very soon, That info is at https://www.montereycfb.com

Kelp Collapse
2024-10-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sounds threatening, doesn’t it? It is. Two experts, Natasha Benjamin and David Helbarg will be presenting their information about the problems facing the kelp forests throughout the world but especially on the California Coast. Currently, the news is not good. They will perhaps offer some hopeful insights. https://www.middlebury.edu is the place to get more details.

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2024-10-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (11-4)
2024-10-29 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Cannery Row Ghost Tour
2024-10-29 20:30 - 2024-10-31 21:30 | Zucchini’s Magic Shop, 711 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the time of year when people want to focus on the afterlife and spirits. In that “spirit” the tours of Cannery Row and background about its colorful characters and their legacy. It lasts about an hour and covers quite a bit of territory. Go to https://www.ghosttoursmonterey.com and get lots more info.

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2024-10-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States
The time change is here and all those cruciferous vegetables are available. Go check out the freshest and most interesting veggies of the year. Time for soups and casseroles made with the best vegetables. The Farmers Markets have them. Just ask for a new way of cooking them. Also there are numerous craft booths offering wonders for the holiday gift list. Those one-of-a-kind things for that unique person in your life. Make sure you check first before going, some markets are closing very soon, That info is at https://www.montereycfb.com
This is the last session for this market in this season.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (1-5)
2024-10-30 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister (3-7)
2024-10-30 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2024-10-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2024-10-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSUMB (2-6)
2024-10-31 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States
