Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at these Christmas events in Monterey County, including festive things to do during the holidays.
Ice Skating By the Bay
Celebrate the holidays amidst the scenic coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay’s seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend the day in a winter wonderland right by the Bay. OPEN with the Following Schedule!Monday – Saturday (with the exception of the below dates)11:00am to 10:00pmSunday12:00pm to 8:00pm, Including HolidaysHolidays…
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Christmas on the Wharf
Here is a holiday event for both locals and visitors that is well worth the drive or flight! Visitors from all over the state, nation and world come to Monterey and stop off at Old Fisherman’s Wharf to enjoy the free Christmas on the Wharf festivities which will span four weekends this year. During the upcoming holiday season, bring your…
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Christmas in the Adobes
Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and California State Parks present the 40th Annual Christmas in the Adobes. Return to the days of Alta California during Montereys premier holiday event, Christmas in the Adobes. This early evening walking tour of Montereys historic adobes adorned in holiday décor surprises and delights visitors with welcoming, candle-lit luminarias leading the way to each…
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Christmas Eve Cioppino Special
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 | 4pm to 10pmGather at Jacks Monterey this Christmas Eve and enjoy Jacks Monterey Bay Cioppino special. Indulge in fresh caught, halibut, calamari, mussels and more, served with fresh baked garlic bread. While dinning under the trees in the holiday themed atrium, enjoy the sound of holiday carolers from 5pm to 8pm.RESERVATIONS & PRICING$48.95 per person20%…
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Christmas at Peter B’s Brewpub
All is merry and bright at our sports bar brewery with a Christmas dinner perfect for any size celebration! Wear your ugly sweater, throw on a holiday scarf, and join us at Peter B’s Brewpub this Christmas. We will be serving two traditional holiday dinner plates in addition to Peter B’s regular menu. Our Monterey sports bar will be open…
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Christmas Dinner Celebration
Wednesday, December 25, 2024 | 3pm to 9pmSpend the holidays at Jacks Monterey inside the Portola Hotel & Spa. Jacks Christmas Day three-course menu is available Wednesday, December 25, 2024, from 3pm to 9pm.Pair each course with award-winning wines and savor in the holiday spirit as you dine in Jacks elegantly decorated tree-lined atrium. Jacks three-course Christmas dinner in Monterey,…
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” Christmas Dinner at Estéban Restaurant ”
Dine together to celebrate your Christmas with us! Christmas is a family affair in Spain, and like most Spanish festivals, food takes center stage! Estéban Restaurant shares this enthusiasm for gathering around the table this holiday season! Join us Wednesday, December 25, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm and feast on our delicious 3-Course Christmas Dinner Menu and choose…
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Ice Skating by the Bay
November 22, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025
Glide across the seaside Monterey ice skating rink to immerse in a winter wonderland! This outdoor ice skating rink is located near the festively decorated Old Fisherman’s Wharf along the scenic coastline of Monterey Bay.
Christmas on the Wharf (Free)
December 7-8, 13-15 and 20-22
Enjoy festive holiday decorations and photo ops throughout the month, plus live musical and dance performances on the weekends.
Christmas in the Adobes
December 13-14
Stroll through 15 historic adobes. Staff and volunteers dressed in period attire greet visitors, with many venues offering music and entertainment.
Christmas Eve Cioppino Special at Jacks Monterey
Dec 24
Indulge in freshly caught, halibut, calamari, mussels and more, served with freshly baked garlic bread while dining under the trees in the holiday-themed atrium at Portola Hotel & Spa.
Christmas at Peter B’s Brewpub
Dec 25
Sports bar brewery serving a traditional holiday dinner plate for Christmas dinner.
Christmas Dinner at Jacks Monterey
Dec 25
Christmas Day three-course menu served in the elegantly decorated tree-lined atrium of the Portola Hotel & Spa.
Christmas Dinner at Esteban Restaurant
Dec 25
Christmas is a family affair in Spain, and like most Spanish festivals, food takes center stage! Estéban Restaurant shares this enthusiasm for gathering around the table this holiday seasom with a delicious 3-Course Christmas Dinner Menu.
