Event Planning

Monterey Bay Half Marathon, 4th of July, Car Week Monterey hosts many events throughout the year, including Monterey Bay Half Marathon, 4th of July Big Little Backyard Barbecue, and Car Week

Plan your Event

Complete the Event Proposal:

Event Proposal

Special Event Coordinator

Trevor Page
Monterey Conference Center
One Portola Plaza
Mezzanine Level
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 646-3772
page@monterey.org
events@monterey.org

Community events provide opportunities for cultural enrichment, promote economic vitality, enhance the quality of life for residents and help to reinforce community identity. Community events provide a forum for people to engage in expressive activities, and may also provide funding opportunities for service organizations.

What is considered a special event?

Examples of a special event include an auto show, block party, festival, market or trade show, outdoor concert, parade, sporting event, walkathon, or a wedding. An event can be held on public or private property.

Grant Program - Cancelled for the program year for the FY due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Applications for (FY) 2020-21 (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021) accepted  through March 27, 2020