The iconic Sunset School in Carmel-by-the-Sea is gearing up to celebrate a momentous milestone with the community. On October 25, 2026, a century will have passed since the opening of the original campus building, and to commemorate this, the Sunset Center is hosting a free community event. This celebration will kick off the “Century of Creativity | 1926–2031” initiative, a five-year journey that will culminate in 2031, marking 100 years since the opening of its historic theater auditorium. The festivities are set to take place from 1 to 4 p.m., featuring an array of cultural activities, performances, and historical exhibits.
Visitors can look forward to live performances from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., which will be held both in the historic 718-seat theater and on the outdoor terrace. The event will showcase talents from a rich tapestry of local cultural organizations, including the Carmel Bach Festival, Monterey Symphony, Carmel Music Society, and others. The Carmel High School Chamber Singers and Monterey Peninsula Ballet Theatre/TDC will also grace the event with their performances.
The celebration promises to be a vibrant confluence of art and history. One of the unique attractions will be the Sunset Legacy Wall, a community art project that invites attendees to contribute their artwork, memories, and reflections on what Sunset Center means to them. Families, especially children, will have the opportunity to engage in rock painting and other creative activities. The event also offers live art demonstrations, music, photography programs, oral-history collection, wellness activities, and guided tours, providing a holistic cultural experience.
Significant local organizations such as the Carmel Heritage Society, Harrison Memorial Library, The Carmel Foundation, Carmel Youth Center, Carmel Residents Association, and Carmel Woman’s Club will participate in making this event a memorable one. Attendees can enjoy complimentary refreshments, while additional food and beverages will be available for purchase at Sunset Center concessions. An archival exhibition will take visitors through the transformation of Sunset Center from a school campus into a vital cultural hub for the region.
Located at San Carlos Street at Ninth Avenue, the Sunset Center will open its doors to the public for this free event, inviting everyone to partake in the celebration. For more details, interested parties can visit the Sunset Center’s official website or contact Marci Bracco Cain at 831-747-7455 or via email at [email protected]. This event not only celebrates the past but also looks forward to the continued cultural enrichment of the Monterey Peninsula community through 2031 and beyond.
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