Soul of CA

Living History Days @ San Juan Bautista
2026-07-04 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
On the first weekend of the month the history oriented folks, who enjoy role playing, in the area get together and show the rest of us what people did and how they lived in the past. Here at the San Juan Bautista State Park they specialize in the mission era and the post Gold Rush era. Come out and ask questions and observe the surprisingly complicated processes of daily life that early residents had to go through. Details and dates are at https://www.business.sanbenitochamber.com

Pacific Grove's 4th of July Celebration
2026-07-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Jewell Park, Central & Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
America’s Last Hometown does it up every year with lots of fun old time activities as well as modern ways to have fun and celebrate the 4th. Come out and see what they have cooked up for this year. (that’s not just an expression, there will be food.)

Fourth of July Living History
2026-07-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Come to the Custom House Plaza in Monterey and you will see things you may have only read about in books. Leather tanning, smithing, weaving, and many more skills that people needed in the past just to get through their lives. All part of our history. It’s sponsored by the state’s Park System.

M&SV Railroad Museum
2026-07-04 10:00 - 2026-07-05 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
An interesting slice of Monterey County history that is fun to watch or even get to operate(sometimes) is the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum and its splendid diorama of the valley’s train routes. Come over on any first Saturday or Sunday of the month and enjoy the historic rail display and even get to blow the steam whistle. On the Saturdays you can also visit the First Mayor’s House and the Regional Heritage Center, both nearby, a short walk. More info and details are at https://www.msvrr.org

First Mayor's House
2026-07-04 10:00 - 15:00 | First Mayor’s House, 3 Station Pl, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
A solid piece of Salinas history is available for visiting and enjoying on the first Saturday of each month. The knowledgeable docents are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to share the history and interesting stories about the development of Salinas and the Salinas Valley. Combine the visit with the other resources immediately available, the Railroad Museum and the Regional Heritage Center and make a day of it. Details are at their website https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2026-07-04 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Corn is said to be “knee high by the Fourth of July” except around here with our exceptional growing seasons. All of that great weather and mild climate make for ideal conditions for growing produce. Right now in the markets there is an outstanding selection of all that bounty. Come out to the markets and see for yourself. The vendors will help with good ideas for the cooking and presentation of their wares. https://www.montereycfb.com is a good place to find alternative sites and dates.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2026-07-04 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Aptos
2026-07-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex
2026-07-03 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2026-07-03 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2026-07-03 11:30 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall
2026-07-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2026-07-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-07-02 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Castroville
2026-07-02 15:00 - 19:00 | Castroville Recreation Center, 11261 Crane St., Castroville, CA, United States

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2026-07-02 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2026-07-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market King City
2026-07-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2026-07-01 15:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-07-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-07-01 10:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Monterey (downtown)
2026-06-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (WIC)
2026-06-30 11:00 - 15:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market The Barnyard
2026-06-30 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-06-29 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Jewish Film Festival (A Home on the Range)
2026-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | CBI Social Hall, 5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93923, United States
The beginning of this year’s Festival is about chicken ranchers in Petaluma. The year’s theme is Jewish Food and its history. Find out more about this interesting local tradition. More information is available at https://www.carmelbethisrael.org

Farm Worker Reality Tour
2026-06-28 15:00 - 19:00 | 40 Zils Rd., 40 Zils Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Many of us realize that our food is picked and processed by humans. What we don’t give much thought to is how they live while doing this work. How do they manage the hours? How are their children cared for? What are the consequences for their health while working in fields and exposure to the elements and chemicals? Information on the tour is available at https://www.eventbrite.com

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-06-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Village, Carmel Valley, CA, United States
Summer is in full form and the harvests are coming in fast and furious. Hope you are getting out to the markets and enjoying the beast of the local produce and artisan creations. If not, you are really missing out. You don’t have to wake up early, but you can if you want to get to an early Market. There are several markets listed at https://www.everyonesharvest.org You may notice there are times for early birds and late risers.

Farmers Market Marina
2026-06-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Live Oak
2026-06-28 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
