Thursdays in August
12th Annual Musical Marketplace
Monterey
831-633-4444
www.delmontecenter.com
The Del Monte Shopping Center presents an extraordinary concert lineup for the 12th Annual Musical Marketplace benefit concert series, a true celebration of Monterey County. For a $10 donation ($5 for kids) to the hosting non-profit, guests will enjoy live jazz/blues performances, tapas-style dining from Del Monte Center restaurants, wine tasting by award-winning Monterey County wineries and a commemorative wine glass.
Through August 2
Spirit West Coast
laguna Seca, Monterey
831-443-5399
www.spiritwestcoast.org
Spirit West Coast is the premier annual Christian music festival on the West Coast. Enjoy over 60 performers, camping, and activities of all ages.
Through August 3
Pebble Beach Equestrian Classic II
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
The Equestrian Classics host competitors from all over the U.S., Canada and Mexico for two weeks of spectacular show jumping highlighted by special events, wine tasting and family fun.
Through August 9
Carmel Bach Festival
Carmel
831-624-2046
www.bachfestival.org
America's preeminent festival of Baroque music will celebrate its 69th season with 100 musicians from around the world, performing in venues including Sunset Center, Carmel Mission Basilica, Church in the Forest, Pebble Beach, and All Saints Church, Carmel.
August 7-10
28th Annual Steinbeck Festival
National Steinbeck Center
Salinas
831-775-4721
www.steinbeck.org
A four-day event including lectures, panels, walking tours of Salinas, bus tours to Steinbeck sites of interest and stage performances. This year�s theme will focus on Steinbeck and Mexico.
August 9
3rd Annual back to School Festival
Monterey
831-751-1678
www.mbaykids.com/backtoschool.asp
This event will showcase activities, programs, educational support, resources and organizations to help school age children succeed in the coming school year. Free to the public and will host more than 75 booths at the Del Monte Shopping Center.
August 9
16th Annual Winemaker's Celebration
Monterey
831-375-9400www.montereywines.org
Over 45 Monterey County wineries will pour new releases and special wines in Monterey's Custom House Plaza. Also featuring educational seminars, barrel building, live music and silent auction.
August 12
2008 Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours on the Avenue
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Carmel's Ocean Avenue will be closed to traffic and 14 blocks will be filled with over 130 collector cars built between 1946-1971 that are not usually shown during Classic Car Week.
August 12-13
Automobilia Monterey
831-375-9400
www.automobiliamonterey.com
Only original vintage auto collectables from the finest international dealers at the Embassy Suites.
August 12-17
Monterey County Fair
Monterey
831-372-5863
www.montereycountyfair.com
The County Fair is always fun for all, with livestock exhibitions, entertainment, live music, amusement midway and delicious foods.
August 13-17
2008 Blackhawk Collection Exposition
Pebble Beach
925-736-3444
www.blackhawkcollection.com
Historic & Classic Automobile Exposition Sale. Presentation of a variety of cars indicative of the quality, rarity and diversity of the 400 car inventory the Blackhawcollection can offer you throughout the year.
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August 14
2008 Tour d'Elegance
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
Presented by Rolex, the annual driving event when cars leave Collins Field in Pebble Beach and head down parts of 17-mile Drive and Hwy 1, arriving in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
August 15
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
Featuring rare automotive collectibles and memorabilia, as well as the latest luxury goods and technological tools. Exhibitors include historic automobilia, auto parts, original poster art, books & literature, fine art, photography & posters, as well as various luxury items.
August 15-16
Monterey Sports Car Auction
Monterey
800-211-4371
www.rmauctions.com
One of the world's largest sports car auctions, featuring 180 classic sports and race cars.
August 15-17
Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races presented by Toyota
Laguna Seca, Monterey
831-327-SECA
www.laguna-seca.com
The Monterey Historics bring out the best of racing's past, from pre-war racers adorned with nameplates like Bugatti and Alfa-Romeo to 70s and 80s rocket ships from Lola and McLaren.
August 16
First day Festival
Salinas
831-751-1678
www.mbaykids.com/backtoschool.asp
This event will showcase activities, programs, educational support, resources and organizations to help school age children succeed in the coming school year. Free to the public and will host more than 75 booths at Northridge Mall.
August 16
2008 Automobile Auction presented by Gooding & Co.
Pebble Beach
310-899-1960
www.goodingco.com
A renowned auction of rare automobiles and original art.
August 17
Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
This spectacular event exhibits some of the most unique prewar and postwar marques along with the latest in concept car designs.
August 24
Jewish Food Festival
Carmel Valley
831-624-2015
www.carmelbethisrael.org
A celebration of Jewish foods like latkes and bialys, strudel and kugelhopf, plus Jewish culture: Klezmer music, crafts, cooking demos, folk dancing, art exhibits and more.
August 30 - September 1
Monterey Bay ReggaeFest
Monterey
831-394-6534
www.mbayreggaefest.net
Enjoy well-known and up-and-coming reggae artists who fill two stages over two days at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. Also includes great island cooking, arts and crafts, kids play area, Reggae Lounge and a Rastafari Museum of Culture.
August (TBA)
The First Tee Open
Pebble Beach
831-649-1533
www.thefirstteeopen.com
The Wal-Mart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach showcases the talent and character of young people who participate at The First Tee facilities worldwide. An official Champions Tour event, the tournament pairs one junior with a Champions Tour player and two amateurs.
August (TBA)
Turkish Festival
Monterey
831-655-7509
www.taaca.org
A celebration of Turkish culture and arts, featuring live music and folk dances, dance workshops, belly dancing, crafts, delicious food, and activities for children.
August (TBA)
Carmel Valley Fiesta
831-659-4502
www.carmelvalleykiwanis.com
A family-oriented fiesta, with games, train ride, dog show, parade, arts and crafts, continuous entertainment, silent auction, raffles, good food and dance.
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