What to do. Where to go. What to see.
Calendar of Events for The Monterey Peninsula.
Carmel
Carmel Orchid Society Fall Orchid Market
Nov. 7 – 8, 2025
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
4590 Carmel Valley Rd.
Carmel Art Walk
Nov. 8, 2025
4 – 7 p.m.
Various galleries
Monterey
Monterey Bay Half Marathon
Nov. 9, 2025
7 a.m.
Del Monte Avenue
Moyozashi Stitching Workshop
Nov. 15, 2025
12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Slowfiber
Pacific Grove
First Friday Pacific Grove
Nov. 7, 2025
6 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Lighthouse Avenue
Vigilantes, Vendettas, & the Missing Gold of Old Monterey
Nov. 13, 2025
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Pebble Beach
TaylorMade Pebble Beach Invitational
Nov. 18 – 23, 2025
Times vary
Pebble Beach Resorts
Salinas
Salinas Valley Ducks Unlimited Dinner & Auction
Nov. 13, 2025
5 p.m.
Salinas Rodeo Grounds
Predator: Badlands
Genre: Sci-Fi/Horror
Release Date: Nov. 7, 2025
Synopsis: A young Predator teams up with a synthetic to survive a brutal alien landscape.
The Running Man
Genre: Sci-fi/Thriller
Release Date: Nov. 7, 2025
Synopsis: A desperate father enters a deadly televised game where contestants are hunted for sport.
Now You See Me: Now You Don’t
Genre: Crime/Thriller
Release Date: Nov. 14, 2025
Synopsis: The Four Horsemen unite with new illusionists to pull off their most daring heist yet.
Wicked: For Good
Genre: Musical/Fantasy
Release Date: Nov. 21, 2025
Synopsis: Elphaba and Glinda face threats to their world as power, friendship, and destiny collide in Oz.
Eternity
Genre: Rom-Com
Release Date: Nov. 26, 2025
Synopsis: A woman must choose between spending her afterlife with her devoted husband or her long-lost first love.
Zootopia 2
Genre: Comedy
Release Date: Nov. 26, 2025
Synopsis: Judy and Nick uncover a reptilian mastermind’s plot that could upend peace in the city of Zootopia.
updated Nov. 1st, 2025
3 Thanksgiving Menu Ideas for the Most Delicious Feast Ever
Looking for the best Thanksgiving menus around? We've got something everyone will love.
1) Classic Thanksgiving Menu
This classic Thanksgiving menu has all the entrées, starters, and sides you've been looking forward to since, well, last Thanksgiving! It's chock full of tried-and-true favorites, all of which have been upgraded to ensure maximum flavor and deliciousness. Let's just say we'd be surprised if your family doesn't fall hard and fast for these Thanksgiving menu ideas.
Main Course:
Seasoned Roasted Turkey with White Wine and Rosemary Gravy
Sides:
Fresh Herb Stuffing
Composed Waldorf Salad
Scalloped Oysters
Corn Salad With Bacon and Honey
Sweet Potato Casserole with Homemade Marshmallow
Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin
Parker House Rolls
Dessert:
Pecan Slab Pie
Double-Crust Apple-Cheddar Pie
2) Easy Thanksgiving Menu
This year, do yourself a favor with blessedly simple recipes that deliver on flavor while still allowing you time to, say, sneak a nip of bourbon with grandpa (don't forget the glassware and whiskey stones!). Woven placemats look elegant yet fuss-free. Roll out a runner, light some candlesticks, and add a bouquet to complete the quick and easy table setting.
Main Course:
Sides:
Rosemary Monkey Bread Stuffing
Brussels Sprouts Gratin
Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potato-and-Cauliflower Salad
Desserts:
Sweet Potato Snickerdoodles
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Cookie Crust
Grape Slab Pie
3) Vegan Thanksgiving Menu
Guests who forgo all animal products can still enjoy a decadent Thanksgiving dinner. Our vegan menu makes going meat-, dairy-, and egg-free easy for everyone at the table.
Starters:
Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
Thanksgiving Harvest Salad
Main Course:
Sides:
Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes
Vegan Mac and Cheese
Dessert:
Monday
Pacific Grove Farmers Market
Year-round
3 – 7 p.m. & 3 – 6 p.m. in winter
Corner of Central and Grand Avenues
Tuesday
The Old Monterey Farmers Market
Year-round
4 – 7 p.m. October – April & 4 – 8 p.m. May – September
Alvarado Street and West Franklin Street
Carmel Farmers Market
May – September
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Barnyard Shopping Village
Salina’s Alisal Certified Farmers Market
June – October
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
632 E Alisal St.
Wednesday
Natividad Certified Farmers Market
May – October
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
1441 Constitution Blvd.
Thursday
Carmel-By-The-Sea Farmers Market
Year-round
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sixth Avenue, between Junipero and Mission Streets
Friday
Monterey Farmers Market
Year-round
8 a.m. – noon
Del Monte Shopping Center
Salinas Valley Health Certified Farmers Market
May – November
11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Salinas Valley Health Medical Center
Old Town Salinas Farmers Market
Year-round
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
333 Main St.
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. Phoenix Suns ( Nov. 4)
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors ( Nov. 5)
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Oklahoma City Thunder ( Nov. 7 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Winnipeg Jets ( Nov. 7)
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Florida Panthers ( Nov. 8 )
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. Indiana Pacers ( Nov. 9 )
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Minnesota Timberwolves ( Nov. 9 )
· NFL San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams ( Nov. 9)
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Denver Nuggets ( Nov. 11 )
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Atlanta Hawks ( Nov. 12 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Mammoth ( Nov. 18 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Los Angeles Kings ( Nov. 20 )
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. Portland Trail Blazers ( Nov. 21 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Ottawa Senators ( Nov. 22 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Boston Bruins ( Nov. 23 )
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. Utah Jazz ( Nov. 24 )
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Minnesota Timberwolves ( Nov. 24 )
· NFL San Francisco 49ers vs. Carolina Panthers ( Nov. 24 )
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets ( Nov. 26 )
· NBA Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns ( Nov. 26 )
· NHL San Jose Sharks vs. Vancouver Canucks ( Nov. 28 )
· NBA Golden State Warriors vs. New Orleans Pelicans ( Nov. 29 )
NBASacramento Kingsvs. Memphis Grizzlies (Nov. 30)