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December 2019
Monterey’s Annual Holiday Parade of Lights
Monterey’s Annual Holiday Parade of Lights will move down Lighthouse Avenue to downtown Pacific Grove, illuminating the evening sky with fantastical holiday floats, marching bands, dance groups, equestrian teams, and Santa Claus. Stores stay open late this evening for holiday shopping, and there will be an opportunity to take a photo with Santa and carolers. Book here to stay with The Sanctuary Beach Resort when traveling to Monterey. For more information on this event, check out its website here. When…
Find out more »Christmas on the Wharf
Those heading to Monterey this holiday season will not want to miss the annual Christmas on the Wharf spectacle at Custom House Plaza. Visitors can come by throughout most of the month of December to enjoy live musical entertainment in the form of choir concerts and community carols. There will also be gorgeous lighted decorations, a near-20-foot Christmas tree, tin soldiers, free sweets, and photos with Santa Clause. This is one of of Monterey’s most beloved annual family-friendly events, and…
Find out more »The 26th Annual Nutcracker Ballet With The Monterey Pops
Dance Kids of Monterey presents the premiere of a new collaboration with the esteemed Monterey County Pops! Orchestra. This production of the iconic Christmas tale The Nutcracker will run for four performances this December. The elaborate show will include the 39-piece orchestra, as well as more than 80 dancers, actors, and musicians. In addition to all of the performers, there are over 60 volunteers helping put the show on. The organization Dance Kids also offers a Friday morning performance to…
Find out more »January 2020
8th Annual Whalefest
For the eighth straight year, Monterey will celebrate the annual return of the migrating gray whales with Whalefest Monterey at Old Fisherman’s Wharf and Custom House Plaza. The two-day festival is a migration party, and it’s free for anyone to attend. The educational event will feature a two-day symposium with respected marine experts, exhibit booths run by local and national organizations, and whale watching tours. Book here to stay with The Sanctuary Beach Resort when traveling to Monterey. For more…
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