35 listings in and around Monterey, CA, Wednesday, November 11 through Tuesday, November 17. Soonest: Scholastic Book Fair at Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College (Wednesday 10 a.m.); Oktoberfest at Tipsy Putt (Wednesday 10 a.m.); Henry J. Mello Center: Veterans Day Parade at Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts (Wednesday 10 a.m.); Veteran's Day Celebration at Central Plaza, Mission College (Wednesday 10 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
TonightThis weekendArt shows and art eventsLive musicFamily things to doThanksgivingNew Year's EveAll of CaliforniaEvery date
Monterey, CA · Pacific Time
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula CollegeMonterey, CA0.5 mi
Festival
Scholastic Book Fair at Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College in California.
Monterey Peninsula College
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–11 p.m. Pacific Time
Tipsy PuttMonterey, CA1.4 mi
Festival
Oktoberfest at Tipsy Putt: $24 gets a 2026 commemorative stein filled with any Knee Deep bier, plus golf ball-shaped pretzel balls with dipping sauces. Guests putt a round and take the stein home; steins are limited while supplies last.
Tipsy Putt, 95 Prescott Ave, Monterey, CA
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–12 p.m. Pacific Time
Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing ArtsWatsonville, CA23 mi
Festival
A Veterans Day gathering honoring all who served, with a Watsonville Band performance, a ringing of the bell and a parade.
Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts, 250 E Beach St, Watsonville, CA 95076
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–11 a.m. Pacific Time
Central Plaza, Mission CollegeSanta Clara, CA55 mi
Festival
Mission College
Central Plaza, Mission College, 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
The International Spouse Coffee turns into a Diwali celebration, with coffee, festive treats and conversation. No registration is required.
Bechtel International Center, 584 Capistrano Way, Stanford, CA 94305
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula CollegeMonterey, CA0.5 mi
Festival
Scholastic Book Fair at Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College in California.
Monterey Peninsula College
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–11 p.m. Pacific Time
Tipsy PuttMonterey, CA1.4 mi
Festival
Oktoberfest at Tipsy Putt: $24 gets a 2026 commemorative stein filled with any Knee Deep bier and golf ball-shaped pretzel balls to enjoy over a round of putting. Limited steins.
Tipsy Putt, 95 Prescott Ave, Monterey, CA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
4 p.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
BBT 032San Jose, CA51 mi
Festival
The SpartUp Incubator's Founder Fiesta: a panel of entrepreneurs shares how student founders can set themselves up for success, with networking after.
San Jose State University
BBT 032, 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA 95112
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
6 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
Fruition - Brewing and KitchenWatsonville, CA24 mi
Festival
The Digital NEST birthday celebration at Fruition Brewing, featuring live music, games, free food, and exclusive perks for alumni.
Fruition - Brewing and Kitchen, 918 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula CollegeMonterey, CA0.5 mi
Festival
Scholastic Book Fair at Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College in California.
Monterey Peninsula College
Library, Building 16, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–11 p.m. Pacific Time
Oktoberfest at Tipsy Putt: a 2026 commemorative stein filled with any Knee Deep bier plus golf ball-shaped pretzel balls with dipping sauces for $24; putt a round and take the stein home. Limited steins.
Tipsy Putt, 95 Prescott Ave, Monterey, CA
Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
11 a.m. Pacific Time
20 Custom House PlazaMonterey, CA0.6 mi
Festival
Runs across the dates shown. A three-day Día de Muertos celebration honoring ancestors, where Danza Azteca dancers perform around a community altar that guests can fill with photos.
Muute = stop showing me this.
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
One Main StreetSalinas, CA14 mi
Festival
A fourth annual wellness expo for LGBTQ+ youth across Monterey County, where young voices and community work together to strengthen mental health.
One Main Street, 1 Main Street, Salinas, CA 93901
Friday, November 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Pacific Time
Specialized Santa Cruz Experience CenterSanta Cruz, CA30 mi
Festival
A finish-line celebration for Ride the Nation, ultra-endurance cyclist Jack Thompson's 10,000-mile ride across the 48 continental US states, powered by NewForm.
Specialized Santa Cruz Experience Center, 415-b River Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
6 p.m.–9 p.m. Pacific Time
Cork And Fork CapitolaCapitola, CA26 mi
Festival
Cork And Fork Capitola, 1955 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
UC Santa Cruz's annual student-run New Play Festival of staged readings, featuring two new plays: The Black Duckling by Shauna Pantalion and en útero // in utero by Linda Maria Girón.
UCSC Theater Arts Center Second Stage, 451 Kerr Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
9 a.m.–10 a.m. Pacific Time
Festival
Oak Propagation Workshop @ Fall Fest in San Jose.
Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center, 1000 Spring St, San Jose, CA 95110
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
9 a.m.–2 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
Shrub Processing Workshop @ Fall Fest at Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center in San Jose, California.
Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center, 1000 Spring St, San Jose, CA 95110
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Pacific Time
Rancho San VicenteSan Jose, CA41 mi
Festival
An event at Rancho San Vicente featuring important raptor species and their role in the ecosystem.
Rancho San Vicente, 21151 McKean Road, San Jose, CA 95120
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–4 p.m. Pacific Time
La Selva Beach ClubhouseLa Selva Beach, CA23 mi
Festival
A holiday fair with over 50 craft vendors selling jewelry, art, pottery, candles, specialty foods and more, plus a Friends of the Library Book Sale. Free.
La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA 95076
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–1 p.m. Pacific Time
Congregation Tsemach AdonaiLos Gatos, CA45 mi
Festival
A Sabbath worship service in Los Gatos followed by a potluck oneg and classes. Bring only kosher dishes.
Congregation Tsemach Adonai, 16735 Lark Ave, Los Gatos, CA
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–11 a.m. Pacific Time
Festival
A mason bee hotel workshop at Our City Forest's annual Fall Festival.
Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center, 1000 Spring St, San Jose, CA 95110
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
10 a.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Haraz Coffee HouseMountain View, CA57 mi
Festival
Coffee house grand opening with 50% off signature drinks and giveaways.
Haraz Coffee House, 2580 California St Ste H, Mountain View, CA 94040
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
11 a.m.–2 p.m. Pacific Time
Quail & OliveCarmel Valley, CA12 mi
Festival
A hands-on Thanksgiving flavor and cooking demo.
Quail & Olive, 14 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
11 a.m. Pacific Time
Runs across the dates shown. Alameda Artworks Open Studios: 30+ artists with fine and mixed media art for sale. Family-friendly, free parking.
Limited run.
The Alameda Artworks, 1068 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95124
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
4 p.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
St. Timothy’s Lutheran ChurchSan Jose, CA45 mi
Festival
A family worship gathering at St. Timothy's Lutheran Church with crafts, games, food and celebration, mostly for kids aged 1 to 10. It's free.
St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 5100 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
UC Santa Cruz's New Play Festival, an annual student-run showcase of experimental short stage readings by new playwrights.
UCSC Theater Arts Center Second Stage, 451 Kerr Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
2 p.m.–3 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
UC Santa Cruz's New Play Festival, an annual student-run showcase of experimental short stage readings by new playwrights.
UCSC Theater Arts Center Second Stage, 451 Kerr Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
3 p.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time
Christ Fellowship MPBHollister, CA31 mi
Festival
A community Fall Festival at Christ Fellowship.
Christ Fellowship MPB, 2066 San Benito St, Hollister, CA 95023
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
3 p.m. Pacific Time
BerryessaSan Jose, CA55 mi
Festival
A Diwali celebration at the Berryessa Branch Library with a story, an informative presentation, arts, crafts, dance and snacks.
Berryessa, 3355 Noble Avenue, San Jose, CA 95132
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
5 p.m.–10 p.m. Pacific Time
Dance Boulevard, 2nd FloorSan Jose, CA46 mi
Festival
Dancing
A Thanksgiving fusion dance social for all levels.
Dance Boulevard, 2nd Floor, 1824 Hillsdale Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
4 p.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Time
Seven TreesSan Jose, CA47 mi
Festival
Weekly arts and crafts sessions at the library, each built around a different project that builds creativity and early school skills. This week's theme is scarecrows, and supplies are provided.
Seven Trees, 3590 Cas Dr., San Jose, CA 95111
Monday, November 16, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Pacific Time
Portola ValleyPortola Valley, CA57 mi
Festival
Diyas are clay lanterns lit across India during Diwali, the Festival of Lights. At this Portola Valley workshop you learn the story behind the festival and paint your own to light at home.
Portola Valley, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028
Monday, November 16, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Pacific Time
San Pedro Square MarketSan Jose, CA51 mi
Festival
A discussion group at the San Pedro Square Market covering Harlan Ellison's 14-page short story, I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream.
San Pedro Square Market, 87 N San Pedro St, San Jose, CA 95110
Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Festival
A voice wellness festival, Koemigaki, held at Yu-Ai Kai in San Jose.
Yu-Ai Kai Japantown Community Senior Center, 588 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Muute = stop showing me this.
Open the profile button to change or reset them.
