A Monterey Peninsula events listing shows a Holiday Tree Lighting and Carmel Plaza Party on Friday, December 4, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m. Carmel-by-the-Sea is a separate city from Monterey. We found no official visitor attractions, hours or prices for it, so we publish none.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best for | A village-style stop beyond Monterey |
| Trade-offs | Separate city; no verified visitor detail |
| Getting around | MST buses: $2.00 single ride, $6.00 daily; the free summer trolley is not running until May 22, 2027 |
| Key places | Carmel Plaza (event listing) |
| Nearby | Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach |
What to see and do
We could not verify visitor attractions, hours or prices for this area from an official source, so this page makes no such claims.
Practical notes
See transportation for MST fares and the hotels guide for the hotel tax. Hours, prices and access rules change; confirm with each venue.
Our assessment
Confirm the tree lighting with the organizer before planning around it.