Oct 13

Oktoberfest Monterey

October 19th

Starts at 5:30pm
$50/ticket

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Oktoberfest Monterey

A grand tradition in Monterey, California is back again! This is the first time in over 170 years that the Oktober fest will actually be able to be held in the month of October. This historic event started with the commemoration of Crown Prince and later the marriage of King Ludwig and Princess Theresa.  This celebration has been a fun event for the family for over two hundred years. All proceeds go to the maintenance and to Casa Serrano Adobe’s historic preservation.

The event will be located at Casa Serrano Adobe’s at 412 Pacific Street. With dancing, great food, authentic music, German beers, and the Mike Marotta Band, this is one even that you do not want to miss.

Tickets are $50.00 per ticket and are available on PayPal or by calling the Museum or Monterey at (831)-372-2608.

If you want a chance to hear the band before the event then you can visit: http://www.montereystrings.com/marottaband.html

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Sep 13

Come enjoy a relaxing evening filled with the blissful tunes of smooth jazz at the 55th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival.  Celebrate with the musicians the legacy of jazz at one of the world’s longest running jazz festivals!

Starting in 1958, this annual event has brought in world famous artists in the past including Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday.  Every year since its opening, talented artist have walked the stage to perform and showcase their undeniable passion for the art.  What started on one stage has expanded to eight different stages on the Monterey Fairgrounds as the Festival brings in the best jazz performers from around the world.  This year’s line-up will include Tony Bennett, Esperanza Spalding, and many more talented and passionate jazz musicians.

During the three-day celebration from September 21st through the 23rd, the Monterey Jazz Festival will also be presenting panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, a wide range of food, shopping, and festivities throughout the Fairgrounds.  Make sure to bring your friends and family and enjoy this annual tradition!  For more information regarding packages and tickets, please visit their official website at Monterey Jazz Festival 2012.

If you are looking for a place to stay while visiting Monterey, CA make sure to check out Stage Coach Lodge conveniently located just 1 mile away from the Monterey Fairgrounds!

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Aug 29

From August 23rd through September 23rd, PacRep will be bringing back the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Beauty and the Beast! This magical Disney love story that had been the most famous animated film since it’s release has been brought to life as the first major production by Disney Theatrical.

Running since 1994, this musical has been raved about since the beginning! This musical tells the classic tale in a real life production that features special effects and illusions.  Directing numerous productions at Carmel’s Forest Theater including The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Walt deFaria is returning once again to put on another musical extravaganza.  Along with special effects, five new songs will also appear in the musical score alongside the original playlist including “No Matter What”, “Home”, “Me”, and much more.

The location of this timeless love story musical will be held at the Outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel, CA.  The show begins at 7:30 pm, but seating opens up 90 minutes before showtime.  Desserts, wine, and soft drinks are also on sale before and during the show so make sure to reserve your spot now and enjoy this award-winning production with your family! For more information regarding ticket prices and the production schedule, visit the official website at Pac Rep Theatre.

If you are looking for accommodations while in the Monterey Peninsula, check out Monterey Stage Coach Lodge located only 5 miles from the Outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel, CA.  Book your stay now!

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Aug 08

Every Tuesday from 4-8pm, The Old Monterey Marketplace holds a weekly Farmers Market all year-round for locals and visitors to enjoy.  Spread over 3 ½ blocks, Farmers Market offers booths of all sorts including handmade arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing, and international foods, and locally grown produce.  Produce vendors come from all over the golden coast, bringing the freshest fruits and vegetables to the Market, all in which are Certified and Organic Certified.

Vendors from all over California come together, offering food, arts & crafts, and produce.  Old Monterey Farmers Market is where people from not only in the state, but from all over the world come together to offer a little bit of their culture to locals and tourists.

Bringing in the largest group of locals and visitors all year round, the Old Monterey Farmers market is a nice place to visit with friends and family, explore new cultures, try new foods, and to just enjoy the day out in the beautiful city of Monterey.

No matter what the weather may be, the Farmers Market is held every week, rain or shine! The location of this 3 ½ block market is Alvarado Street between Del Monte and Pearl.

For accommodations while visiting Monterey, check out Stage Coach Lodge.  It is centrally located and close to all major attractions, including this weekly farmers market.  Book your stay now at Monterey Stage Coach Lodge!

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Aug 08

Every year since almost half a century ago, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance has been returning to the beautiful Monterey County coast, bringing together only 200 of the world’s most elite collector cars.  Join in on this 50-year tradition and enjoy a fun-filled week of celebrating history’s classic automobiles from August 13th through the 19th.

The world’s highest ranked cars and motorcycles are spread all over the streets of Monterey County, displaying their historical beauty.  Kicking off the Auto Show, Carmel will be presenting over 175 domestic and foreign collector vehicles on Tuesday, August 14th.  Information regarding times and locations of events held for the rest of the week can be found on See Monterey.

On Sunday the 19th, these classic automobiles and motorcycles will be parked on the prestigious and well-known eighteenth fairway of Pebble Beach golf course.  Here is where the world’s classics will be judged and examined for their historical accuracy, technical merit and style— only the ones with the best of all three will be recognized and rewarded!  Judging starts at 9am and the field will be opened for the public to come and join in at 10:30am.  For information regarding this event, visit their official website at Pebble Beach Concours and for more on tickets and packages, see Tickets.

If you are looking for a place to stay while you are visiting for this Auto Show, check out Stage Coach Lodge in Monterey.  Located right off of Highway 1, our hotel is only minutes away from each event’s location.  Book your stay now at Monterey Stage Coach Lodge.

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Jul 27

The Red Bull United States Grand Prix will be returning for its seventh year in Monterey, CA. Consistently bringing in the largest crowd of spectators of any race in Monterey, the Grand Prix will feature the MotoGP, the world’s leading motorcycling championship who will arrive in the golden state on July 27th through the 29th. The MotoGP premier-class will collaborate with the world’s leading riders from all over the globe. A collection of well-known manufacturers including Yamaha, Honda, Ducati, and more will also be showcased in the race.

This motorcycling event will take place at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Salinas, CA. Tickets can be purchased on their official website using the link above.

For those who are looking to make the most out of your trip, the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is positioned on the Laguna Seca Recreation Area, which is a must-see for hikers, bicyclists, and anyone who likes to spend their time in the great outdoors.

If you are looking for accommodations, the Monterey Stage Coach Lodge is conveniently located only 10 miles west of Laguna Seca.  Just hop on Highway 68 when exiting The Stage Coach Lodge and you can be at Laguna Seca within minutes.

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Jul 24

From July 27th through the 29th, Monterey will be hosting its 17th annual reggae fest. Known for being one of the largest in Northern California, the Monterey Bay Reggaefest is a 3-day celebration welcoming people from all cultures and of all ages. Over the span of 3-days, there will be over 20 performances from known-reggae star performers, cultural dancers, and dance acts. In addition to these onstage performances, the festival also offers activities and social gatherings for people of all ages to enjoy from a full-bar and parties for adults, to jump houses and face painting for children.

This cultural celebration will take place at the Monterey Fairgrounds & Exposition Center in Monterey, CA. See the official Monterey Bay Reggaefest website for more information and to buy tickets!

If you are looking for a place to stay for this 3-day event, the Stage Coach Lodge is located only 3 minutes away from the fairgrounds. Book your stay at the Monterey Stage Coach Lodge.

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May 30

Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn – Stage Coach Lodge in Monterey, California.  The Stage Coach Lodge is a 25 unit boutique lodge located right off of Highway 1 in Downtown Monterey.

“Memories are made here”

It is our pleasure to welcome you and your family to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. The Stage Coach Lodge offers easy access to the various tourist attractions located in and around the Peninsula with newly remodeled air-conditioned hotel rooms. Simply make a right turn onto Tenth Street when exiting the Downtown Monterey exit off of Highway 1 and you’ll find our hotel nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood within a short stroll to Lake El Estero, Dennis the Menace Park, a variety of shops and restaurants, and of course, the beach.  Our Monterey hotel is also within walking distance to the Naval Postgraduate School and Hyatt Regency Conference Center.  You can drive to downtown, Fisherman’s WharfCannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium or hop back onto HWY 1 to get to Laguna Seca Raceway, the Monterey FairgroundsCarmel and the 17 Mile Drive, which are all within minutes of our property.

This Lodge offers a plentiful selection of well appointed and newly remodeled room types from a King Honeymoon Suite to Standard Double Double Rooms that offer accommodations for up to four guests.  All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, microwave/refrigerators, cable TV with HBO, coffeemaker, high-speed wireless internet, in-room safe, and iron & ironing boards and granite bathrooms with full baths with hair dryers.  Free continental breakfast is served every morning.  The Stage Coach Lodge also offers a heated outdoor swimming pool and great landscaping and an on-site laundry.  The Lodge also has a diver’s wash station for those who are diving in The Bay and a small Patio for those who just want to relax by our pool and enjoy an afternoon BBQ.

Spacious and comfortable rooms and suites make the Stage Coach Lodge the perfect setting for family reunions, corporate events, or a romantic gateway.  Our management and staff take great satisfaction in providing our guests with the highest levels of professional service and hospitality.  The staff and management of the Stage Coach Lodge invite you to join us on your “coastal experience”.

The Monterey Peninsula offers the vacation experience of a lifetime with a beauty that entices visitors from all over the world.  Monterey is located along the central coast of California about 120 miles south of San Francisco.  The Peninsula is one of the most scenic areas of the world offering great ocean vistas and the famed 17 Mile Drive, a coastal toll road that offers breathtaking views of the bountiful Pacific Ocean and the rolling green hills of the world famous Pebble Beach and Spyglass Golf Courses.

Monterey is also home of the world’s largest sea life exhibit, the Monterey Bay Aquarium.  Pacific Grove, host to one of the oldest working lighthouses on the west coast, comes alive when the monarch butterfly populations migrate to this tiny coastal town.  Carmel offers a picturesque white sand beach and old world charm with its quaint shops.  These spectacular beaches, nine world champion golf courses, historic old adobes, Fisherman’s Wharf, infamous Cannery Row, fabulous shopping, and gourmet restaurants all await you.  And The Stage Coach Lodge offers the perfect quaint and memorable place to stay when visiting Monterey.

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