Monterey Jazz Festival

It's still several weeks away but you'll want to get a head start on your plans if you want to attend the 50th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival. This three day event is the longest running jazz festival in the world and takes place at the beautiful Monterey Fairgrounds. This year, more than 500 jazz artists will be performing on 9 different stages. Los Lobos, Diana Krall and the Dave Brubeck Quartet are just a few of the renowned musicians who'll be performing in addition to exhibitions, panel discussions, shopping and nonstop jazz entertainment. Click here for a full schedule of activites and for ticket information.