Community Activities

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Community Activities

The Community Activities Department’s mission is to inspire connections and strengthen community bonds by creating safe, inclusive events that foster belonging through shared celebrations and gatherings.

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Do I need to apply for a permit?

Thank you for considering holding your event in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Whether it’s a festival, holiday celebration, walk/marathon, ceremony, party, or filming the City’s parks, streets and beach are ready for you.

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2026 Events

Mark your calendars for these fun upcoming events.  Hope to see you there!

All events and dates are subject to change.  

June

Friday, June 5 – Saturday, June 13 – Carmel Culinary Week

Thursday, June 18 – Farmers’ Market Third Thursday

July

Saturday, July 4 – Monterey County Pops! Independence Day Concert

Thursday, July 16 – Farmers’ Market Third Thursday

August

Friday, August 7 – Sunday, August 16 – Monterey Peninsula Car Week

Tuesday, August 10 – Concours for a Cause

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Farmers’ Market

Vegetables stacked at Farmers Market

The Carmel Farmers’ Market is held on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Sixth Avenue between Junipero and Mission Streets.