Fun & Active Spots in Monterey, CA

Alvarado Street Brewery

Art of Entanglement

Arthur Murray Dance Studio Monterey

Central Coast Language and Learning Center Speech Pathology

Colton Hall Museum and Jail

Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center

Dennis Murphy School of Music

El Estero Park

Fairview Laguna Seca

Lyceum of Monterey County

The Lyceum of Monterey County offers educational programs focused on academic events and enrichment activities for students in the local community.

Monterey Bay Racquet Club

Monterey Bay Racquet Club offers a premier destination for tennis and pickleball enthusiasts, promoting community, well-being, and a love for the game in a vibrant, inclusive space for all skill levels.

Monterey Beach Station

Monterey County Youth Museum

MY Museum is a youth museum in Monterey, CA, where children play to learn and grown-ups learn to play. It offers hands-on activities and events for children.

Monterey History and Art Museum

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center showcases the skills and talents of individuals who have made significant contributions to Monterey’s history, focusing on local art and cultural heritage.

Monterey Mirror Maze and Laser Challenge

Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Peninsula Academy

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Monterey Skates

Monterey Skates offers a roller skating experience at the Monterey Fairgrounds, featuring sessions for all ages, skate rentals, lessons, and birthday parties.

Monterey Song School

Monterey Song School offers songwriting classes and private instruction in various musical topics, focusing on helping students harness their unique voice and perspective.

Monterey Sports Center

Oscar's Playground

Pacific House Museum

Presidio of Monterey Museum

Rising Star Gymnastics

Summer Intensive Spanish Program at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies

The Barns at Cooper Molera

The Perry House

Tipsy Putt

Treasure Hunt: The Ride

Treasure Hunt: The Ride is an interactive dark ride adventure in Monterey Bay, featuring exciting gameplay, immersive scenery, and realistic animatronics, making it a must-see attraction for families.

Up The Hill Pickleball Courts

Via Paraiso Park

Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility City of Monterey, CA Skip to main content Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility slide 1 of 3 Reserve a Park or Group BBQ Area Reserve a BBQ/Picnic Area Many of Monterey's beautiful parks offer group BBQ/picnic areas available for your private use. Reservations are made by purchasing a BBQ/Picnic Facility Use Permit. It's easy – just follow the steps below: Review the list of parks below that offer BBQ/Picnic areas. Contact Monterey Recreation at montereyrecreation@monterey.org or 831.6