About this Event
Friday and Saturday
December 11 & 12, 2026
5:00 - 9:00 PM
Start at 20 Custom House Plaza
www.MSHPA.org
Step Back in Time at Monterey’s Beloved Holiday Tradition
Experience the magic of Christmas in the Adobes, Monterey’s premier holiday celebration. Co-hosted by Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and California State Parks, this early-evening walking tour transforms more than twenty historic locations with glowing luminarias, festive décor, live music, and holiday cheer.
Stroll through Monterey’s earliest buildings, enjoy seasonal entertainment, and discover the stories behind these cherished landmarks. Many community partner locations open their doors to the public only during this event, making it a truly special experience for all ages.
Your participation helps preserve history: proceeds support educational history programs for local elementary students and overall support for education, research, interpretation and historic preservation to benefit the Monterey State Historic Park (MSHP).
Join us for this cherished holiday tradition that brings history to life and creates memories to share year after year.
Ticket Pricing
- Adult, Single-Night Ticket: $30 ($25 if purchased before November 1)
- Adult, Two-Night Gold Pass: $45
- Youth (17 and under): Free
Military and MSHPA member discounts are not available online. To receive these discounts, please purchase tickets in person at the Custom House Store or Pacific House Store.
Important Ticketing Information
- Online ticket purchasers must check in at one of the three designated will-call locations on the night of the event to collect their wristband and Christmas in the Adobes map.
- Print-at-home or mobile Eventbrite tickets will not be accepted at individual locations.
- The event will be held rain or shine; please dress accordingly.
- Refunds are not available.
Will-Call Locations (Open at 4:00 PM on Friday and Saturday)
- Stanton Center, Custom House Plaza, Monterey
- Casa Gutierrez, 590 Calle Principal, Monterey
- Stevenson House, 530 Houston Street, Monterey
These locations are for Eventbrite check-in and will-call only; no in-person ticket sales will be available at these locations.
An Enchanting Evening of Wine, Seasonal Bites and Holiday Cheer
Celebrate the holiday season in one of Monterey’s most beautiful historic settings. Join us for a special evening reception at the Memory Garden, hosted by Aramark Destinations of the historic Asilomar Hotel & Conference Grounds in partnership with Monterey State Historic Park Association's annual Christmas in the Adobes fundraiser.
Event Details
Date: Friday, December 11, 2026
Time: 4–7 p.m.
Location: Memory Garden, 20 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
Ticket Price: $65 per person
Step into the beautifully illuminated Memory Garden for an intimate holiday gathering featuring delicious seasonal bites, wines from Joyce Winery and the opportunity to celebrate with friends and fellow community members.
Designed in 1927 by the renowned Olmsted Brothers and tucked behind the Pacific House Museum, the Memory Garden offers a magical setting for an evening of holiday hospitality.
Your $65 Ticket Includes:
- Admission to the private holiday reception
- A selection of seasonal bites
- Wine from Joyce Winery
- An evening in Monterey's beautifully illuminated historic Memory Garden
Space is limited. Reserve your ticket today and enjoy a memorable holiday evening in the heart of historic Monterey.
This special reception is presented in partnership with Monterey State Historic Park Association's Christmas in the Adobes fundraiser. Tickets to Christmas in the Adobes are sold separately and are not included with this reception ticket.
Return to the days of Alta California during Monterey’s premier holiday event.
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