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Monterey Fairgrounds Tickets

Monterey Fairgrounds Event Tickets

Snag your Monterey Fairgrounds tickets with TicketSmarter to take in a show at the historic concert venue where Jimi Hendrix set his guitar on fire. The fairgrounds, also known as the Monterey County Fair and Event Center, have been hosting performances since 1935. The most famous is likely Hendrix’s display with fire, but Bob Dylan, The Who and Carlos Santana also used the fairgrounds’ stage to help launch their music careers.

Today, the Monterey Fairgrounds host concerts for artists like legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny and Mexican ranchera group Los Temerarios. The Monterey County Fair is one of several yearly festivals that take place at the fairgrounds as well. TicketSmarter can help you purchase Monterey Fairgrounds tickets online. The fairgrounds are located at 2004 Fairground Rd Monterey, CA 93940.

Monterey Fairgrounds Seating Chart

Monterey Fairgrounds offers a number of different angles to take in a concert, which you can sort through using TicketSmarter’s interactive seating chart. Floor seating is available in sections CC-EE and 1-8, with the lettered seats in the section closest to the stage. Spots are also available surrounding the floor, and sections AA and BB provide a straight-on look at the stage from the back of the facility. Standing general admission options are also available towards the back of the floor.

Monterey Fairgrounds Schedule

In addition to the annual county fair, the fairgrounds play host to a series of other festivals. The yearly California Jazz Festival calls the venue home, and brings in artists like Dianne Reeves and Ahmad Jamal.

In addition to jazz and blues musicians, the fairgrounds are also set to host performers like Ice Cube and Sean Paul. Check out TicketSmarter’s event calendar for tickets to upcoming concerts. Don’t miss the California Roots Festival when it takes place in California’s central coast.

How much are Monterey Fairgrounds tickets?

Monterey Fairgrounds ticket prices will differ depending on the event and where your seats are located. On average, $150.64 is the price you’ll pay to watch a live event at Monterey Fairgrounds. Seats located in the back of the venue are always the cheapest option and can cost as low as $147.20 a ticket. Premium seats with the best views of the event can go for as high as $157.61 a seat.

How many events are coming to Monterey Fairgrounds?

Monterey Fairgrounds has 7 live events scheduled.

Who is playing at Monterey Fairgrounds?

California Roots Music and Arts Festival - 3 Day Pass (5/24-5/26) and Rebels and Renegades Music Festival - Sunday are scheduled to appear at the Monterey Fairgrounds.

California Roots Music and Arts Festival - 3 Day Pass (5/24-5/26) Monterey Fairgrounds tickets May 24th, 2024 at 10:00am

Rebels and Renegades Music Festival - Sunday Monterey Fairgrounds tickets October 13th, 2024 at 12:00pm

What time does Monterey Fairgrounds open?

The Monterey Fairgrounds doors generally open 45 minutes before the event on May 24th, 2024 at 10:00am. Visitors will want to arrive at the venue 30 - 60 minutes early to find parking near the venue.

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Monterey Fairgrounds Upcoming Events

Date
Event
# of Tickets Available
Average Ticket Price
May 25, 2024 12:00PM
10
$147.20
May 26, 2024 12:00PM
10
$148.75