Described are our current list of events - describing both our Old Fisherman's Wharf events and some fun nearby events, too.
Look further down this page to find the date of the event you're interested in and click on its link for more details.
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UPCOMING EVENTS ON OR NEAR MONTEREY'S OLD FISHERMAN'S WHARF
8th Annual Chinese Cultural Festival
Date: Sep 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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181st Wharf Birthday Party
Date: Oct 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf Celebrates 181 Years with a Special Free Wharf Birthday Party on Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. September 2, 2026. Monterey, CA.… Learn More...
7th Annual California Seaweed Festival
Date: Oct 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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The California Seaweed Festival is coming to Monterey at the Custom House Plaza next to the Wharf! The largest seaweed festival in North America will hold its 7th annual event at Old Custom House Plaza… Learn More...
Halloween on the Wharf
Date: Oct 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf to hold its 8th Annual Halloween on the Wharf: Trick or Treat By the Bay & Costume Contest with Cash Prizes on Saturday,… Learn More...
10th Annual Christmas on the Wharf
Date: Dec 4 - Dec 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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10th Annual Christmas on the Wharf Returns December 4-20, 2026 Santa Visits, Live Entertainment, and New Enchanting Holiday Displays at Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf… Learn More...
17th Annual Whalefest Monterey
Date: Apr 10 - Apr 11, 2027 at 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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Mark your calendars to join us for the 17th Annual Whalefest Monterey. Two days of celebration, conservation and connection! Whalefest is a free 2-day event set around Monterey’s Old… Learn More...