Free events in Seaside, CA

Shearwater Tavern presents a weekly Wednesday tasting featuring regional and local wines selected by Lady Somm Carmel. The tasting offers complimentary pours highlighting her favorite picks.

An intimate open mic focused on live acoustic music in Carmel, offering a welcoming stage for musicians to share their songs and stories while listeners connect over the experience. Prospective performers can email Doug Fearnside at dfearnside86@gmail.com to get on the list. Guests can enjoy the full Shearwater Tavern food and drink menu while discovering new local artists. Admission is free.

Weekly trivia comes to Tipsy Putt in Monterey, with the Geeks Who Drink team leading the action. There is no entry fee, and prizes are awarded to the winners. Expect fresh questions and lighthearted challenges each week. Teams of two to six are welcome, and solo participants can join a group if they prefer. Cold beer is available, creating a relaxed setting to test your knowledge. A free RSVP option is available to add it to your calendar.

The group meets outside Beach House Restaurant for an outdoor F3 workout open to men of every age and fitness level. There is no cost to participate. Sessions take place in any weather and are led in turn by participants, with no formal certification required. Follow the workout leader, known as the Q, then close together in a Circle of Trust. The guiding ethos is simple... no one is left behind, and everyone is encouraged to improve. There is no membership requirement beyond arriving at the designated meetup and taking part.

The Sunset Music Series at Asilomar fills the Social Hall Deck with live bands, ocean air, and memorable sunsets. It is free and open to the public, welcoming friends, families, little ones, and furry companions. Onsite options include Asilomar Smokehouse favorites and seasonal bites, local craft beer from Other Brother Beer, Asilomar Wine and a full bar, with s’mores available for purchase. Outside food and drinks are not permitted. Seating is provided, and attendees may also bring their own chairs. Free parking is available on site and along nearby streets. Guests are asked to steer clear of native plants, dress in layers since it can get chilly after sunset, and clean up after themselves and their pets. All ages are welcome to make it a weekly tradition with a soundtrack to the evening sky.

Celebrate the 26th year of this Turkish arts and culture festival with free admission. Enjoy a lively mix of music and performances, featuring folk and belly dancing along with art displays. Notable appearances include Group Taksim Big Band and the Whirling Dervishes. Food and drinks include favorites such as doner kebap, adana kebap, borek, baklava, Turkish coffee and more. Families will find plenty for kids to do, with hands-on activities like puppet making, face painting, coloring, folk dance fun and games.