Mexican Independence Day (Día de la Independencia)

September 16 following El Grito de Dolores

The Monterey Jazz Festival

September 26-29, 2024. The longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world!

Performed at the famous 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey County Fairgrounds in Monterey CA

Poodle Day Weekend

October 3-6, 2024. Dates are tentative. Check the website below for updates.

Poodle Day is an annual event in Carmel, California, that unites poodle owners and lovers—and their furry companions—for a fun-filled day, which includes a parade for poodles, poodle mixes, and their human companions, off-leash beach play, as well as evening cocktail parties. In addition to being one of California’s premier vacation destinations, Carmel consistently ranks as one of Dog Fancy’s top ten most dog-friendly cities in America.

Indigenous Peoples' Day

October 14, 2024

Monterey Bay Half Marathon

November 8-10, 2024

Big Sur Pacific Coast Highway

Thanksgiving Week

November 26-30, 2024

Holiday Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony

December 6, 2024, 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

Location: Ocean Avenue between Junipero Avenue & Mission Street

Christmas and New Years Holidays

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California is one of the most enchanting places to spend the holidays. From the charming twinkling lights and festive holiday decorations to live entertainment, fun leisure activities, and boutique shopping, there’s something magical about celebrating Christmas time in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Hanukkah

December 25, 2024 - January 2, 2025