Big Sur International Marathon
April 25
Big Sur to Carmel. Run along scenic Highway One, the nation's first nationally designated Scenic Highway. Course open 6 hours, a 13:40 pace.

Los Lobos & Leo Kottke
April 2
Sunset Center

A testament to the melting-pot of dynamic American music, Los Lobos has, for over thirty years, performed with fierce authenticity. With a boundless array of musical influences: from blues to country, psychedelic rock to latino folklorico, Los Lobos is enduringly popular. Along with innovative guitarist and vocalist, Leo Kottke, this concert will rock the house!

EASTMINSTER PET SHOW & PARADE
April 3
Sunset Center

Everyone is invited to join the fun and bring your canine friends in costume attire. There will also be many great pre-Parade activities. To enter a pet in the Easter Parade. All pets are welcome, including therapy and service pets, pedigrees, hybrid and mixed breeds. Entrants are eligible to win one of several awards. Volunteers for the event are welcome and should also apply online. For more information, call 831-238-6111 or email SusanBradley01@comcast.net.

Easter Bunny Parade
April 3 - April 2
Del Monte Shopping Center

- A special Easter parade throughout the shopping center with the Easter Bunny and the colorful cast of Pinocchio from the Storybook Theatre at Monterey Peninsula College - Free special treats handed out by the Easter Bunny - Fun activity tables sponsored by many Del Monte Shopping Center merchants

Miata'a at Mazday Raceway Event
April 10 - April 11
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

The 21st Anniversary of the Miata! Two full days of Miata's on track, vendors, race demonstrations, racing celebrities, car celebrities, food and fun for all. Free Admission. Get a ride in a race car for a small fee.

Sea Otter Classic
April 15 - April 18
This is the twentieth anniversary of the Sea Otter Classic. Over four days of a wide variety of bike races and fun.

Visit Day at Monterey Institute of International Studies
April 24
Monterey Institute of International Studies

9:00am - 12:30pm Masters Programs Information Sessions: Meet the deans, faculty, and staff, and learn more about our masters degree programs, as well as internships and career opportunities. International Bazaar 12:00pm 4:00pm Come to Visit Day and stay for our International Bazaar! Enjoy international cuisine, music, costumes, and entertainment at this annual, student-sponsored event. There is no charge for admission. Registration is required for this event. Deadline: Tuesday, April 20, 2010

53rd Annual Good Old Days Celebration
April 10 - April 11

A Pacific Grove tradition!! Includes the County's largest arts and crafts show, with over 225 art and food vendors in downtown Pacific Grove, a parade down Pine Avenue; live entertainment on five stages; California Police Motorcycle Competition; old-fashioned games and contests and lots of family fun. Free admission. More info: 831-373-3304

Wine, Art & Music Walk
April 16

A walking tour of Pacific Grove's finest art venues. The event is complimentary and open to the public. Art Walk maps will be available at any of the participating locations and at the Chamber. The hours are from 6:00-9:00 pm. More info: 831-373-330

Pebble Beach Food & Wine Event
April 8-11

Enjoy four days of the best in food and wine with an epic epicurean event, Pebble Beach Food and Wine. 60 celebrity chefs and 250 wineries assemble at Pebble Beach to bring you the culinary experience of a lifetime. Enjoy lunches, dinners and wine tastings. Educate yourself with cooking demonstrations. Experience the most legendary grand tasting the California coast has ever seen. And it's all surrounded by the most beautiful scenery in the world.