First Night Monterey - Celebrating Art and Community!
Buttons On Sale for FNM 2025 - Early bird Prices!
First Night Monterey admission buttons give you nine hours of fabulous Art, Music, Dance and New Year's fun! From 3pm to midnight, 15+ Venues with 60+ Performances; admission to all indoor and outdoor venues; participation at Interactive Art Stations; Twilight Procession; Countdown-to-Midnight Finale Performances! Your purchase enables First Night Monterey to offer the best performances! Early Bird prices end December 10th!
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Call to Artists - Interactive Art Installations at FNM 2025
FNM has several spots on Alvarado Street to have an interactive art activity. Join us on a very special night to engage with the community and celebrate the art and culture of Monterey! First Night Monterey celebrates New Year's Eve and welcomes all into the New Year! Thousands of First Night'ers are out and this is an opportunity to engage with new audiences.
Monterey's Traditional Tree Lighting!
All are cordially invited to the Historic Downtown Monterey Traditional Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 6, 5pm-6pm. Join us on the lawn in front of Colton Hall to share in this much-loved, family-friendly holiday celebration. Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling, and the lighting of the tree to welcome the holiday season. Monterey's Mayor and members of the City Council will be present. Brought to you by the City of Monterey in partnership with First Night Monterey and the Old Monterey Business Association.
Sneak Peek!! FNM 2025
Excitement is building as planning gears up for First Night Monterey 2025! We’re dedicated to curating an unforgettable lineup that showcases a rich tapestry of diverse performances. Here’s your exclusive sneak peek at what’s in store! Stay tuned as we continue to reveal our latest selections, and be sure to check back often for updates. We can’t wait to celebrate the New Year with you in style!
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Poster Contest Winner Dara Leon!
Dara Leon is the winner of the FNM 2045 Poster and Button Design Contest. Dara is a 4th year Communication Design major at Cal State Monterey Bay, currently creating promotional materials for First Night Monterey 2025. Passionate about creating unique art and designs, she is so grateful for the opportunity to contribute her design skills to such a vibrant local celebration. Dara sees this as an exciting step towards a future in publication and print design. Congratulation, Dara!
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