The days are getting longer, the patios are filling up, and that unmistakable feeling is back in the air — summer is around the corner.
This Local Edit is your guide to the best of what May has to offer. From great places to eat and drink to things to do around the Peninsula, we've rounded up our favorites to make the most of the month ahead.
THE STAGE
Monterey Symphony: Westside Story Sunset Center | Carmel May 16 | 7:30PM
Jayce Ogren's insightful examination of American music continues in this wide-ranging program exploring the musical character of the nation on the approach of its 250th birthday.
Good Old Days Downtown Pacific Grove May 2–3 | 9AM–6PM
Good Old Days massive street festival and fair features over 6 bands and shows over five stages, 225 Arts and Crafts vendors and 35 food vendors.
The Mystical Arts of Tibet: Sacred Music and Chants Sunset Center | Carmel May 22 | 7:30PM
Witness one of the world's oldest traditions when Mystical Arts of Tibet returns to Sunset Center to share their sacred visual and performing arts, the spiritual value of which transcends borders, cultures, and time.
THE GALLERY
Carmel Art Festival Devendorf Park | Carmel May 15–17
The 33rd anniversary of the Carmel Art Festival, held in Carmel-by-the-Sea since 1993. 60 plein air artists, a veritable list of all-star winners of the past 30 years, arrive in Carmel on May 15 and will be painting all over the Monterey Peninsula for 2 days.
Sketching in the Galleries Monterey Museum of Art | Monterey Every Saturday | 12PM–2PM
Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.
THE TABLE
805 Night Market Street Food Festival Monterey County Fairgrounds | Monterey May 8–10 | 4PM–10PM
805 Night Market is a street food festival — curated vendors, desserts, drinks, music, and pop-up shopping!
Solstice at the Village 46840 Highway 1 | Big Sur Wednesday–Sunday | 5:30–8:30PM
Solstice serves thoughtful, vibrant fare cooked in a wood burning hearth. The cuisine highlights hyper-local produce and sustainably sourced seafood from the Monterey Bay.
THE WORKSHOP
Macaron Classes Belle Kitchen | Carmel-by-the-Sea See website for booking info
5-star rated macaron classes in beautiful Carmel by the Sea. Classes are small and hands-on, with all equipment, instructions and recipe provided. Kids are welcome.
Blacksmithing Classes Hacienda Hay and Feed | Carmel See website for booking info
Forge unforgettable memories in hands-on workshops, carefully designed for both one-time visitors and locals. No prior blacksmithing experience required.
THE ARENA
Monterey SportsCar Championship WeatherTech Raceway | Laguna Seca May 1–3 | See website for schedule
The IMSA Monterey SportsCar Championship returns to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for a full weekend of world-class sports car racing.
