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December 3-7
Streets of Bethlehem
Salinas
831-422-9872
www.1stbaptist.net
A living history interactive experience. Over 200 cast members, numerous musical groups and even live animals help bring this Christmas story to life.
December 5
Monterey Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Monterey
831-646-5640
Gather on the lawn outside Colton Hall to watch the lighting of the town's tree, live music, caroling and good cheer abound!
December 5-7
9th Annual Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival
Monterey
800-722-9652
www.montereycowboy.com
The best cowboy poets and balladeers are featured in a 3-day weekend event also showcasing western artists and gear makers.
December 7
Holiday Spectacular at Chateau Julien
Carmel Valley
831-624-2600
www.chateaujulien.com
Beautiful a cappella holiday music fills the "Chai" barrel room, followed by a holiday reception with gifts and wine tasting.
December 31
First Night Monterey
Monterey
831-373-4778
www.firstnightmonterey.org
Celebration of New Year's Eve though the arts, music, dance, poetry, special installations and exhibits indoors and throughout historic downtown Monterey. Alcohol-free event for the entire family.
December 31
New Year's Eve at the Aquarium
Monterey
831-648-4800
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Ring in 2008 with a dance party among the sea creatures sparkling and swimming in the Monterey Bay Aquarium's award-winning galleries.
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December (TBA)
Brighten the Harbor
Monterey
831-372-9685
www.mpyc.org
Boats decorated with Christmas lights parade from the Coast guard Pier to Lover's Point and back. A judging of boats will follow at the Yacht Club.
December (TBA)
Marina Tree Lighting
Marina
www.ci.marina.ca.us
This annual holiday celebration is held in Vince DiMaggio Park.
December (TBA)
Inns of Distinction Tor
Carmel
831-624-4447
www.carmelheritage.org
Presented by the Carmel Heritage Society. Tour selected inns while enjoying wine & hors d'oeuvres.
December (TBA)
12th Annual Truffle Dinner at Bernardus
Carmel Valley
831-658-3550
www.bernardus.com
Indulge in an evening inspired by France's black and Italy's white truffles featuring Chef and Culinary Director Cal Stamenov. Begin the evening with a cocktail reception featuring Prestige Cuvee Champagne and Grey Goose-Black Truffle Martinis followed by seven-course chef�s tasting menu paired with top rated wines from our Award-Winning Wine Cellar.
December (TBA)
La Posada
Seaside
831-899-6805
www.ci.seaside.ca.us
One of the most charming customs brought to California by Spanish and Mexican settlers is the Posada, recreating the search by Mary and Joseph for lodgings on the eve of the Christ Child's birth. Seaside presents its own version, as the procession wends through town to Oldemeyer Center.
December (TBA)
24th Annual Christmas in the Adobes
Monterey
831-647-6226
www.parks.ca.gov/mshp
Experience Monterey's beautiful historic buildings illuminated by candlelight and enhanced with period decorations, musical entertainment, costumed volunteers and refreshments.
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