Soul of CA

Farmers Market Aptos
2026-04-25 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Come out to the markets and find something new and interesting. If you don’t know what to do with it, just ask the friendly vendor/farmers at the booth and get some good ideas to create something new for your palate. There are so many fresh and tasty things to try you might be a little overwhelmed. Don’t worry it’s all good. Go to https://www.montereycfb.com for alternative dates and sites.

Toro Park Group Hike
2026-04-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Toro County Park, Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, 93908, United States
It’s a chance to get out in the fresh air and enjoy the companionship of a hike in the woods. Toro Park is lovely in the spring and the hike is just 90 minutes, can’t get in too much trouble. Details are at https://www.salinasvalleyhealth.com

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Salinas
2026-04-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Moss Landing Marine Laboratory Open House
2026-04-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Moss Landing Marine Laboratory, 8272 Moss Landing Rd. , Moss Landing , CA, 95039, United States
Want to get some reliable and knowledgeable information about our fabulous Monterey Bay and its animal and plant life? Here’s the place. They have scientists, activities, touch pools, and good stuff all over the place. And it’s free! Bring the family and have a fun fact-filled day. Information at https://www.mlml.sjsu.edu/open-house-2026/

Taste of Monterey Bay Beer, Food, & Wine
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course, 1 McClure Way, Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
The best of the area in one place and that place is lovely with spectacular views of the bay and environs. Bayonet/Black Horse Golf Club. There will be music for the entire time. The goal is to help fund local non-profit organizations. So you are having fun while doing good.
Go to https://www.bayonetblackhorse.com for details and tickets.

Wallflowers
2026-04-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
You may not recognize the name but you will probably heard of Jakob Dylan. If you don’t recognize that name, maybe you’ll recognize his father, Bob Dylan. The Golden State Theatre is one of the best venues for entertainment in the Monterey Bay area. Go to their website for more information and tickets. It’s at https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Farmers Market Live Oak
2026-04-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Vive Oaxaca Guelaguetza
2026-04-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Branciforte SSC, 840 N Branciforte Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
It’s a celebration of the culture and history of the Mexican state of Oaxaca. So there will be food, dance, and cultural activities to help you learn while enjoying yourself. More info is at https://www.scsenderos.org

Harry Potter Candle Workshop
2026-04-26 16:30 - 19:30 | CA
Johnny Wicks the candle shop is sponsoring a workshop for you Harry Potter fans and families. Come to the Elks Lodge in MOnterey and you’ll find everything you need plus beverages, food, raffles, and giveaways. They are encouraging costumes, there will be a contest. Go to https://www.oldmonterey.org/event and find ticket info and details.

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-04-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Spring is everywhere! The markets are filling up with great fresh produce and the vendors have so much to offer. New and different veggies and fresh juicy things to munch right away. The temptations to buy everything are difficult to resist. To say nothing of the savory smells coming from the prepped food booths. Join your neighbors and enjoy a stroll through the market and find something new. A couple markets are returning this month, check them out too. More are at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market The Barnyard
2026-04-28 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States
This Market will be opening next week, look for it!
Spring is everywhere! The markets are filling up with great fresh produce and the vendors have so much to offer. New and different veggies and fresh juicy things to munch right away. The temptations to buy everything are difficult to resist. To say nothing of the savory smells coming from the prepped food booths. Join your neighbors and enjoy a stroll through the market and find something new. A couple markets are returning this month, check them out too. More are at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market E. Alisal
2026-04-28 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2026-04-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

We The People Edition
2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Carmel Sunset Center
The scholar, author, and educator, Jeffrey Rosen, will be presenting his reflections of the state of the Constitution. He will certainly be addressing the series of challenges brought about by recent events and executive decisions and actions. It’s a fundraiser for the Carmel Public Library. More details and information are available at https://www.sunsetcenter.com

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-04-29 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-04-29 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2026-04-29 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-04-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

EVs for Everyone
2026-04-29 17:00 - 19:30 | watsonville lbrary, 275 Main St., watsonville, 95076, United States
It looks like EVs will be a significant part of our future driving. You can learn more about this interesting trend. Even drive a vehicle or two. There will be two sessions the first in English (5-6:15) and the second in Spanish (6:30 – 7:45).

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2026-04-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Wags on the Runway
2026-04-30 11:30 - 13:30 | casa munras hotel, 700 Munras, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Not just exotic clothing but there will be dogs on the runway also. That’s the cute part, along with the funny names the animals adopt for the occasion. It’s all for a good cause because the dogs help raise funds for the local SPCA and its good works. More info is at https://www.eventbrite.com

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2026-04-30 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2026-04-30 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Castroville
2026-04-30 15:00 - 19:00 | Castroville Recreation Center, 11261 Crane St., Castroville, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-04-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

IMSA Monterey Sports Car Championship
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Laguna Seca Raceway, Highway 68 , Monterey, CA, United States
The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this area the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time. This particular event is the smaller sports cars and will feature many types of cars , from the English to the Japanese all vying for this year’s championship. Details are at https://www.weathertechraceway.com

History, Food & Fun
2026-05-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Vandenhurst Commons, 110 N. Vandenhurst Ave., King City, CA, United States
That’s an inviting title isn’t it? King City’s History Center,newly opened, is hosting tours of the memorable and historic places in the city. There are many of them and knowledgeable hosts to answer questions and add interesting information on the people and places of South Monterey County. Go to Karenjernigan2007@gmail.com for tickets and details. You can also call 831-594-3740.
