We are honored to participate in Monterey’s 40th Annual “Christmas in the Adobes” at the Lara-Soto Adobe for the first time! This early evening walking tour of Monterey’s historic adobes adorned in holiday décor surprises presented by Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and California State Parks, delight visitors with welcoming, candle-lit luminarias leading the way to each building’s entrance. Enjoy festive music and a variety of entertainment, as you explore over a dozen magical, historic adobes on the tour. Hear the stories of Monterey’s earliest buildings and savor the warm spirit of the community of this annual event that has become a family favorite during the holidays.

Lara-Soto Adobe– 460 Pierce Street (1840s) This Mexican-era adobe was owned by John Steinbeck when he wrote The Pearl. Now a part of the Middlebury Institute of International Studies. Enjoy stories and artifacts from Steinbeck’s life presented by the staff of the National Steinbeck Center.

This charitable annual fundraiser for Monterey State Historic Park raises funds for the State Park’s educational history programs for elementary students, as well as for the restoration of the historic First Theatre. The State Parks buildings are joined by over a dozen community partner buildings – some of which are only open to the public during this event.

Tickets may be purchased in person at the Pacific House and Custom House Stores and online. Tickets will not be sold over the phone.

Adult (18 yrs+), Single Night Ticket: $30 ($25 before November 1)

Adult (18 yrs+), Two-Night Gold Pass: $45

Children under 18 are free

*Military & MSHPA member discounts not available online, please purchase your tickets at the Custom House Store or Pacific House Store to receive these discounts.

For more information, visit their website  or email info@mshpa.org