Classic automobiles take over the Monterey Peninsula during Monterey Car Week and Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. All over Monterey County, classic cars take to streets, golf courses, parks and the world-renowned Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, surrounding visitors with automobiles from yesteryear. A tradition going back over half a century, the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is where the world's collector cars meet and compete. Only the 200 best collector cars in the world roll onto the legendary 18th fairway of Pebble…

Described as a museum springing to life, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is the largest event held during the famed Monterey Car Week, and is the only event where cars are doing what they were originally intended to do…race.

Step back to the early days. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and more. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations. Have an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. Take your picture with a historic horse-drawn vehicle inside the Plaza Stables and visit the Breen House (part of the Donner Party) and Zanetta family home.

California's Oldest Annual Wine & Food Tasting Event! This year’s event, held at the beautiful Paicines Ranch, features over two dozen wineries from world class vintners, twenty-five plus restaurants, music, and so much more. Enjoy an afternoon of food and wine while strolling around a beautiful restored working ranch with history back to the 1860’s.

This is the 60th Anniversary! The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest running jazz festival, attracts all of the top names in jazz, and boasts art exhibits, jazz clinics and seminars. The Festival features over 500 artists performing on eight stages spread over the Monterey County Fair and Event Center

Amazing sand sculpting talent will be on display as anyone who would like to build a castle can enter the contest. Judges bestow awards for multiple categories, from the coveted Golden Shovel, to the tongue-in-cheek Sour Grapes. And because bribery (non-monetary) is encouraged, it’s not unusual to see platters of food, bottles of wine, chair massages and other indulgences being offered to the people in charge. Held on Carmel Beach from Scenic south of 10th.

Stately oak trees and rolling hills set the stage for our traditional-style San Benito County Fair. It's all about family fun, great food, incredible entertainment, friendly competition and community. Our county fair is an expression of the dedication and hard work of the youth of our county. We feel that there is no better investment than in the youth of today who are the citizens of tomorrow.

Watch jaw-dropping aeronautical acrobatics from the Patriots Jet Team, Metal Mulisha, the Pemberton's Wing Suit Jump, Robosaurus and more. There will also be military demos, military fly-bys and military/civilian aircraft displays.

Experience Hitcock's famous film at one of the filming locations. The Plaza History Association is hosting a Vertigo Day event with a tour, lecture, and free showing of the famous movie. Tickets are required for the tour and lecture.

Taste of Carmel is your gateway to exploring a quaint coastal village with world-class dining and top-rated wines while uncovering your own bohemian side. Over a long weekend, Taste of Carmel features local food and wine, live music, outdoor activities, culinary education and experiences, a silent auction showcasing area restaurants, inns and boutique goods — all set in an ancient forest near a white sand beach.

Carmel’s Annual Pumpkin-Rolling Contest is now an official event of Carmel-by-the-Sea’s month-long birthday party celebrations throughout October. The official pumpkin-rolling course is right down Ocean Avenue - lined with hay bales and fencing to keep pumpkins from veering off track. Spectators have a front row view of the heart-stopping action.

Step back to the early days. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and more. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations. Have an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. Take your picture with a historic horse-drawn vehicle inside the Plaza Stables and visit the Breen House (part of the Donner Party) and Zanetta family home.

Plan on a fun-filled olive festival from 10am to 5pm at the scenic Brigantino Park in Hollister, CA. Local growers and creators will welcome culinary adventurers from all over California. A special VIP tasting area featuring regional world-class wines and craft beers. Celebrity chefs entertain guests while performing cooking demonstrations. Award-winning olive oils, artisanal foods and gourmet chocolates will be available to sample and purchase.

The PAWlitzer Prize for Best Dogged LITTERature is both a recognition of the Pulitzer Prize celebrating 100 years of excellence in journalism and the arts, and a way to celebrate Carmel's literary history — and current passion for our four-legged family members. America’s dog lovers share their personal stories in hopes of winning the coveted PAWlitzer Prize Golden Paw Award. And what better venue to hold the Award Ceremony than Carmel, one of America’s most dog-friendly towns.

Filmmakers, film lovers, and industry professionals enjoy the Carmel International Film Festival, which showcases the best of independent cinema and contemporary art, music, and photography from around the globe, including narrative feature, documentary, short, student, retrospective, and premièring films. Looking to educate and entertain, the festival also includes an interactive lecture series, including a film score demonstration in real time, Art in the Park featuring artists in various mediums, art auctions, film and panel discussion, and an emerging-artists music café.

New spirits and locations have arisen...Take a guided walking tour of several local sites with ghost sightings and paranormal activities!

The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea was incorporated on Halloween in 1916, so it celebrates its birthday and the country’s favorite costume-and-candy holiday with a Halloween Parade through downtown in which all are welcome to participate or spectate. Following the 11 a.m. parade at Sunset Center is a hot-dog lunch with all the fixin's—City dignitaries, VIPs, costumed dogs and kids, and residents and visitors alike gather for this upbeat annual affair, followed by a street dance that evening!

Indulge in fantastic food, great wines and exquisite scenery at the Big Sur Food and Wine Festival. Local and visiting restaurateurs, resorts and wineries from all over will team up for dinners and tastings at unique Big Sur locations.

Step back to the early days. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and more. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations. Have an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. Take your picture with a historic horse-drawn vehicle inside the Plaza Stables and visit the Breen House (part of the Donner Party) and Zanetta family home.

One of the most anticipated events of the holidays, the city's Homecrafters' Marketplace features 100 vendors from Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties selling their own handmade crafts and artwork. Each has been subjected to a jury panel for selection, ensuring high-quality goods and a wide range of unique offerings. The sale takes place in the parking lots of the city's Sunset Cultural Center.

A wonderful family-friendly, community event in downtown Hollister. The parade (with over 80 entries) begins on Haydon and San Benito Streets and proceeds north Fifth Street. This year's parade theme is "Winter Wonderland". There is also a Holiday Car Display, Dec-A-Tree and Photos with Santa & Mrs. Clause and other entertainment.

It's Pacific Grove at its most picturesque, as ten of the town's bed and breakfasts and inns deck their halls and open their doors so you can share their holiday cheer in Victorian-era splendor.

Step back into Monterey's past during Christmas in the Adobes. See the adobes by candlelight and enjoy refreshments and live performances as volunteers in period attire welcome you into historic homes decorated in historical style.