Soul of CA

Blues by the Bay
2025-05-10 22:00 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
Featuring Brad “Guitar” Wilson and the local favorites, Red Beans & Rice this will be a rocking concert. (For the serious aficionados only, check the start time.) Both performers have a great reputation and virtuosity to spare. Check out https://www.pacrep.org for tickets and more info.

41st Mothers' Day Run /Walk
2025-05-11 07:00 - 10:30 | Pinto Lake, 757 Green Valley Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Pinto Lake in Watsonville is the place where they have been doing this race for 41 years. You can participate by running and/or walking through the scenic area which is Pinto Lake. 10 and 15 K events are available and the proceeds help fund the Pajaro Valley Shelter Service. More info is at https://www.pvshelter.org

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2025-05-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The growing season is in full production and the results are in. They are at the Farmers Markets around the area. You can check out the nearest one or take a short trip to a new and different one, check out https://www.montereycfb.com for a full listing of the markets on the Central Coast. They have fresh produce, prepared foods and lots of interesting items for sale.

Farmers Market Live Oak (9-1)
2025-05-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2025-05-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2025-05-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-6)
2025-05-12 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Come out to the Farmers Market and find food, gifts, and friendly people willing to help you find the best way to prepare the freshest produce you will find anywhere outside of your backyard garden. You may see some neighbors you haven’t seen in awhile. There are a couple of markets that have returned from their off-season closures. Check out https://www.montereycfb.com for more locations.

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2025-05-13 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Salinas (11-4)
2025-05-13 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2025-05-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz West
2025-05-14 09:00 - 2025-07-19 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States
Have you been to the farmers markets in the area? They are filled with the freshest and tastiest fruits and veggies available. If you haven’t, then why not? In addition to the wonderful produce there are lots of vendors with interesting household goods and prepped food to satisfy most any taste. Come on out and enjoy a lovely time at the market. There are more days, times, and sites available at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2025-05-14 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (1-5)
2025-05-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister (3-7)
2025-05-14 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2025-05-14 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Salinas Valley Fair
2025-05-15 - 2025-05-18 | King City Fairgrounds, King City , CA, United States
The Salinas Valley Fair features the best of South Monterey County for three days in King City. It is filled with rides, food, animals, and lots of produce. Lots of fun to be had for those days. It’s earlier in the fair season so you can enjoy it before you get over done with outdoor activities. More details are at https://www.salinasvalleyfair.com

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2025-05-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay (2-6)
2025-05-15 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2025-05-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2025-05-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Carmel Art Festival
2025-05-16 - 2025-05-18 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
For three days the city of Carmel By-The-Sea celebrates its history as an art colony and invites the world to come by and celebrate with them. There will be multiple venues open and opportunities to find good things to buy, things to eat, and things to drink. All part of a good bohemian experience. Go to https://www.carmelcalifornia.com for all the sites and more.

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2025-05-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Memorial Hospital (12-5)
2025-05-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Aptos (8-12)
2025-05-17 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz West (9-1)
2025-05-17 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Downtown Salinas (9-2)
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Moss Landing (10-2)
2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Quail MotoFest
2025-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Quail Lodge, Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA, United States
Formerly known as the Quail Motorcycle Show, this event has changed its name and a few things which you may notice. However, it is still devoted to motorcycles and their fans. You can find out more about this show featuring the best of older models and splendid new ones by going to https://www.peninsula.com

History Fair (Santa Cruz County)
2025-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Watsonville Buddhist Temple, 423 Bridge St. , Watsonville , CA, 95076, United States
People, neighborhoods, and artifacts will be displayed by various historical organizations from Santa Cruz County. Anyone interested in local history or even the basics of the community will find this very interesting. More details are available at https://www.santacruzhistoryfair.wordpress.com

Santa Cruz County History Fair
2025-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Watsonville Buddhist Temple, 423 Bridge St. , Watsonville , CA, 95076, United States
Our Central Coast is the place where California began. Here’s a chance to delve into that deep and interesting history. The Buddhist Temple in Watsonville is the place and you are invited to participate. Come take a dive into some interesting and thoughtful stories, you’ll come away with a better appreciation of the work of the historians, but especially the people who lived and worked here. https://www.santacruzhistoryfair.wordpress.com
