Monterey Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Monterey, CA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 15, 2026
Events take place across Monterey throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 62 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 2 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 62
- concerts 39
- Live Shows 15
- comedy 8
- family 8
- festivals 3
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Monterey events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Monterey Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Monterey
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 62
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — Concert, High Demand: Who's Bad - Michael Jackson Tribute Band at Golden State Theatre,
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $55, Avg. price ~ $236, Tickets Available: 90. Select Seats - Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Joanne Shaw Taylor at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $75, Tickets Available: 284. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — MAGIC SHOWS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Michael Carbonaro at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $12, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 530. Select Seats
- Nov 24, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — TECHNO / ELECTRONIC, High Demand: Gary Numan at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $181, Tickets Available: 252. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: The Music of Hey Arnold Live! at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $76, 9 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, High Demand, Weekend Event: The English Beat at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $129, Tickets Available: 385. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — LATIN, High Demand: Merry-Achi Christmas at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 524. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — CIRCUS: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 83. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK, High Demand: Squirrel Nut Zippers at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $132, Tickets Available: 585. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $79, Tickets Available: 80. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 4:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $79, Tickets Available: 80. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 86. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Circle Jerks x Repo Man - Film Screening & Live Performance at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $94, Tickets Available: 527. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 84. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 4:00 PM Sun — CIRCUS, Weekend Event: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 86. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — Celtic, Weekend Event: Cherish The Ladies at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $38, Avg. price ~ $86, Tickets Available: 194. Select Seats
- Dec 07, 2026, 6:00 PM Mon — CIRCUS: Zoppe Family Circus at Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 86. Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 8:00 PM Wed — ALTERNATIVE: Jake Shimabukuro at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $44, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 491. Select Seats
- Dec 10, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — ALTERNATIVE: Anuhea at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $43, Avg. price ~ $52, 19 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — ALTERNATIVE: Buckethead at Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $109, Tickets Available: 475. Select Seats
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Monterey Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Monterey events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Who's Bad - Michael Jackson Tribute Band
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 16
Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM
Joanne Shaw Taylor
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 10
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
Michael Carbonaro
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 22, 2026 7:00 PM
Gary Numan
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 24, 2026 8:00 PM
The Music of Hey Arnold Live!
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 10
Nov 27, 2026 8:00 PM
The English Beat
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 11
Nov 28, 2026 8:00 PM
Jose Hernandez' Merry-Achi Christmas
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 5
Dec 01, 2026 8:00 PM
Zoppe Family Circus
2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 75
Dec 04, 2026 6:00 PM
Squirrel Nut Zippers
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 20
Dec 04, 2026 8:00 PM
Circle Jerks
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 6
Dec 05, 2026 8:00 PM
Cherish The Ladies
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 13
Dec 06, 2026 7:00 PM
Jake Shimabukuro
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 13
Dec 09, 2026 8:00 PM
Anuhea
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 7
Dec 10, 2026 8:00 PM
Buckethead
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 3
Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
Lucius
417 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Upcoming Events: 15
Dec 12, 2026 8:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Monterey. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Monterey right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Monterey rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Monterey?
Yeah — Monterey doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Monterey?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Monterey, CA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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