Soul of CA

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2026-06-20 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Summer will officially be here soon and that means that the markets are even fuller than before with the local bounty. Fresh veggies and fruit are in abundance. The variety of local produce is amazing. You can come out and appreciate the work that has gone into creating all this wonderfulness and get to meet the people who do that work. They have good ideas about how to prepare the foods in interesting ways. Check them out. More sites and dates are available at https://www.montereycfb.com

Monterey Rock & Rod Festival
2026-06-20 10:00 - 18:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Thee will be four bands to supply the “rock” part of the title and over 100 vehicles to be the “rod”. You can come out and be part of the fun and enjoyment of these two American past times. Although if you are not accustomed to the weather in Monterey in June, you may want to bring a sweatshirt. If you forget, there will be some available for purchase. More details are at https://www.whatsupmonterey.com

San Benito Saddle Horse Parade
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States
It’s the time of year for parades of every sort. Here we have a saddle horse oriented one. But it is not limited to just horses. Come and find out what lies in store for you in downtown Hollister. In addition, there are many lovely shops and restaurants for the post parade. Details are at https://www.sanbenitorodeo.com And tomorrow is the Rodeo.

Joaquin Murieta (Talk and book signing)
2026-06-20 14:00 - 15:00 | California First Theater, Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The award winning historic author, John Boessenecker, has written a new book about the colorful historic character, Joaquin Murrieta. He will be discussing the history of the “Robin Hood” of California and his legacy. Come an find out a lot more about this man and thimes in which he lived. More information is available by calling 831-649-2907

Taste of the Festival
2026-06-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Bargetto Winery, 700-G Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The festival in question is the Cabrillo Music Festival. The kickoff is at Bargetto Winery and features music by the Friction Quartet, food and wine from local sources, and an auction of wonderful things. The sponsors promise many premiers of music, local , national, and world. More information is at https://www.cabrillomusic.org

Boots on the Pitch
2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Cardinale Stadium, CSUMB campus, Marina, CA, United States
It’s the bringing together of the Monterey Bay Football Club and the California Rodeo in Salinas. One of the few events acknowledging the mutual existence of Salinas and the “Peninsula”. Take advantage of this. Come on out and watch the fun on the Pitch. Probably no players will be wearing any cowboy boots, but you never know. More info and tickets are at https://www.carodeo.com

Coffee with the Herd
2026-06-21 07:30 - 09:00 | beyond liberty, 185 Dans Dr., La Selva Beach, CA, United States
Maybe you need a break from the world around you. Try this. Have some coffee with the horses at Beyond Liberty. Relax and get into the horse world and come out with a funny smell on your shoes and lightness in your spirit. More info is at https://www.beyondlibertyandpmr.as.me

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall
2026-06-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Live Oak
2026-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina
2026-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Village, Carmel Valley, CA, United States

San Benito Rodeo and Horse Show
2026-06-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Bolado Park, Highway 25, Hollister, CA, United States
All the lead up to today brings you to the actual event at Bolado Park, just south of town. Come on out for a big time at a small town rodeo. All the thrills and fun without the crowds. Check out the details and more info at https://www.sanbenitocountyrodeo.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-06-22 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, 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 The Barnyard
2026-06-23 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (Salinas)
2026-06-23 11:00 - 15:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2026-06-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-06-24 10:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-06-24 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-06-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-06-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2026-06-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Trials of the Soul
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Pacific Grove Public Library, 550 Central Ave. , Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation the Pacific Grove Library is presenting a one man show featuring Howard Burnham as Thomas Paine. You may recall that Paine is the author of Common Sense. This was the publication which did much to inspire the revolutionary spirit in the Colonies. Check out https://www.pacificgrovelibrary.org for more details.

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2026-06-25 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Castroville
2026-06-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Castroville Recreation Center, 11261 Crane St., Castroville, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2026-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Prism Pre-Pride Soiree
2026-06-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Kimpton Mirador Hotel, 150 Fountain Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
As if there wasn’t enough partying involved in the Pride Celebrations? But then, why not? Come to the newest hotel on the Central Coast and party. There will be a DJ, dancing, drinks, and food along with the celebratory atmosphere. How can you miss? More information and tickets are at https://www.eventbrite.com

Bubbles & Bunco
2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 | John Steinbeck House, 132 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Steinbeck House is hosting some fun games and the possibility of winning some cash prizes. All this and food and drink; we know they have good food so that’s an easy choice. It is all to raise funds to keep this local landmark in its restored condition. More details are at https://www.steinbeckhouse.com

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall
2026-06-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial
2026-06-26 11:30 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
