22 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2025-2026 Monterey Bay FC March-October, 2025 Monterey Bay FC is part of the USL Championship, the second tier of professional soccer in the U.S. They play a balanced style, ready to counterattack, with a dependable back line. Watch from the stands or the beer garden in a stadium on the CSU Monterey Bay campus. Cardinale Stadium, 4111 2nd Ave., Seaside. (831) 324-2560, montereybayfc.com Monterey Amberjacks May-July, 2025 Summer and baseball are a perfect pairing. The Monterey Amberjacks are part of the Pecos League, an independent minor league. The team plays home games on weekends. At least two players have advanced from the Central Coast to the big leagues in the past few years. Sollecito Ballpark, 777 Pearl St., Monterey. montereyamberjacks.com Bay Brew Fest June 28, 2025 Dozens of craft breweries, each bringing several of their signature beers, all packed into one afternoon. It’s a lot to ask of a beer aficionado. In fact, it’s unlikely anyone can sample the 80 or so different brews on tap. Besides, there are distractions, like live music and food vendors. Monterey County Fair and Event Center, 2004 Fairground Road, Monterey. baybrewfest.com Monterey Bay Future is Now Jazz Festival July 10-13, 2025 An opportunity to hear emerging artists before they become stars of the jazz world—and to be part of an inaugural event. Performances take place at Wave Street Studios, Monterey Marriott and Wendi Kirby Music in Monterey. Funds go to support jazz programs. justjazz.tv MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest July 11-13, 2025 This event promises speed as well as family fun. Watch the top motorcycle racers in the country tear around Laguna Seca’s turns, and keep the kids entertained with carnival games on the sidelines. WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, 1021 Highway 68, Salinas. (831) 242-8200, weathertechraceway.com California Rodeo Salinas Carnival July 11-20, 2025 The fun begins before the rodeo and continues alongside, making for one big, extended Events that draw international audiences to Monterey County stand out on the calendar. Yet beyond the famed Monterey Jazz Festival are events such as the West End Celebration, where one might hear up and coming performers. Pebble Beach Food & Wine attracts celebrities of the culinary world. But Festa Italia recognizes local flavor. The world’s top golfers compete at the Pro-Am. The annual Taylor Made Invitational offers fans a one-of-akind opportunity to watch pros from the four top American tours. There is a lot to take in—so much that even residents may be surprised. Note that dates may change. Car Week CALENDAR
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