Festival Tickets in Monterey

Multi-day music festivals, food and wine weekends, film series and cultural celebrations turn Monterey into a destination several times each 2026. Lineups and on-sale waves drop weeks ahead — browse confirmed festivals below with single-day and weekend pass availability.

4 live festivals in Monterey on sale right now — live availability for Monterey festivals ticketsare supplied by our ticket partners, and prices can change. From Discovery Meadow to smaller stages across the city, this is the fastest way to find festivals in Monterey tonight, this weekend, or later this month. Tap a card to review its current price and seat details. Venue maps appear when matching geometry is available; the seller shown with the offer confirms the final total, delivery and order terms. AllSportsTicket does not add a platform markup.

Festivals across Monterey include music, food, film, cultural, and seasonal events. Compare the listed dates and pass types. Lineups, availability, and prices can change, so check the organizer and seller details before booking.

Snapshot

Local Snapshot for Monterey

Live Listings

Next 14 Days

Top Venues

Next Event

Sat, Sep 19, 1:00 PM

4 upcoming festivals events in Monterey with live availability. Prices start at $91. Top venues: Discovery Meadow, Monterey Fairgrounds.

Planning

How to Plan Better Festivals in Monterey

Festivals demand in Monterey is currently strongest on Saturday and Sunday based on upcoming inventory.

For festivals in Monterey, focus on venue quality first. Busier rooms like Discovery Meadow usually offer more seat-map options to choose from.
Use price spread as a quality check: if the range is large, premium sections and resale demand are likely active for this category.
If flexibility matters, shortlist 2 to 3 dates now and lock tickets when a strong section appears instead of waiting for one exact date.

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Pricing

Ticket Prices

From

$91

USD

Average

$244

USD

Up to

$629

USD

Venues

Top Venues for Festivals in Monterey

Discovery MeadowMonterey Fairgrounds

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Multi-day music, food, film and cultural festivals across Monterey and USA

What are the biggest festivals in Monterey?

The biggest festivals in Monterey typically include major music weekenders, food and drink events, cultural celebrations, and film or arts festivals that return annually across CA. Some multi-day events run at Discovery Meadow or surrounding grounds. The exact headliners and dates shift each year, so check the listings above for what is currently on sale.

How far in advance should I buy festival tickets in Monterey?

Buy early. Most festivals in Monterey sell tiered passes that step up in price as each tier sells out, so the cheapest passes are almost always available months before the event. Single-day tickets for popular lineups often sell out weeks ahead of the gates opening.

Are festival tickets in Monterey refundable?

Refunds, exchanges, and cancellations follow the event organizer's and ticket seller's terms. Review the specific policy before checkout.

Can I bring kids to festivals in Monterey?

Many festivals in Monterey are family-friendly and offer free entry for children under a set age, often six or ten, while others are strictly 18+ or 19+. Each event's age policy is listed on its detail page, along with any family zones, stroller rules, and noise considerations.

What should I bring to a festival in Monterey?

Bring ID, your mobile ticket, a refillable water bottle if permitted, weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and cash for vendors that do not take cards. Each festival publishes a permitted and prohibited item list, so review it before you pack.

How much do festival passes in Monterey cost?

Ticket prices vary by event, date, venue, seat location, and seller. Compare the current listings and review the final checkout total before buying.