Monterey International Pop Festival
- Dates
- Expected June
- Status
- Ended
- Venue
- Monterey Fairgrounds
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 27, 2026
Monterey International Pop Festival in Monterey, CA is not currently confirmed to be running. It last ran in 1967. Froligo tracks its status, history and similar festivals still happening.
What happened to Monterey International Pop Festival?
The Monterey International Pop Festival ran June 16-18, 1967, organized by Lou Adler and John Phillips of the Mamas and the Papas, and featured the first major American appearances of Jimi Hendrix and the Who alongside Janis Joplin, Otis Redding, the Grateful Dead, and others. It was a single three-day event and was not repeated as an annual festival.
It last ran in 1967.
Reported by History.com, GRAMMY Museum.
Similar festivals that are still going ahead are listed further down this page.
Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Monterey International Pop Festival on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport MRY.
How do I get to Monterey International Pop Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Monterey International Pop Festival. The nearest major airport is MRY, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
Monterey Fairgrounds
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Monterey International Pop Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 3
2041 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon2075 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon2030 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonMid-range hotels 3
1000 Aguajito Road, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon2042 Fairground Road, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon2113 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonTreat yourself 1
1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soonAirport hotels 3
1200 Olmsted Road, Monterey, CA 93940
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon1106 Fremont Boulevard, Seaside, CA 93955
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Link coming soon1131 Fremont Boulevard, Seaside, CA 93955
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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