AA Meetings near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Men's Stag Meeting

Friday 8:00 PM
146 12th St, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
ClosedDiscussionMenEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is a men's subject discussion and problem solving meeting. The leader begins the meeting with a short talk (10-15 minutes) on an A.A. subject of his choice. He then calls on those who raise their hands to respond to the subject. Anyone that has a pressing problem they feel may affect their sobriety can bring it up to the group at any time.

Friday Night Mens Group / Hybrid /Zoom # 374636879 ID # 1935

Friday 8:00 PM
72 E San Joaquin St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
ClosedMenEnglish

Grupo Libertad (Vierries)

Friday 8:00 PM
23 E Beach St #210, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
OpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

Spanish Speaking

WFAA Open Crosstalk

Friday 8:00 PM
939 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
Child-FriendlyDiscussionOpenWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible BathroomEnglish

Grupo Alborada (Friday)

Friday 8:00 PM
1302 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
OpenSpanish

Grupo Fin y Principio (Viernes)

Friday 8:00 PM
51 Crestview Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
OpenSpanish
Meeting Notes

Spanish Speaking

Friday Night Candlelight

Friday 8:00 PM
532 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

OpenWheelchair AccessYoung PeopleEnglish
Location Notes

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

Keep It Going Group - Friday

Friday 8:00 PM
Online Wheelchair AccessEnglish

Prunedale 8:05 Closed / Hybrid / Zoom # 581290318 Pass Word 1935

Friday 8:05 PM
17716 Pesante Rd, Prunedale, CA 93907, USA
ClosedDiscussionSpeakerEnglish

Candlelight Meeting

Friday 9:00 PM
519 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
CandlelightDiscussionOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is a Topic Discussion meeting. Sharing is limited to 5 minutes in order to give everyone a chance to speak. The lights are dimmed after reading of A.A. literature to create a comfortable ambiance for sharing.

AA Meeting: Grave Emotional and Mental Disorders

Friday 9:00 PM
Online Cross Talk PermittedDigital BasketDiscussionDual DiagnosisLGBTQOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is a Dual Diagnosis meeting. Open Meeting. Monday through Friday. Online only.

Passcode: 999666

Armistice Meeting (Friday)

Friday 11:11 PM
Online DiscussionOpenSmoking PermittedEnglish

Meeting ID: 856 4733 9312, Password: armistice

Levaantate (Saturday)

Saturday 5:00 AM
Online Spanish
Meeting Notes

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Passcode: 418452

On Awakening

Saturday 6:45 AM
519 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

Sunrise Online

Saturday 6:45 AM
Online DiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

The Sunrise Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at 6:45 AM. Six days a week the meeting is led by a different secretary who chooses a discussion topic based on A.A. approved literature of their choice. The meeting uses a round the horn format for sharing. On Saturday, the format is speaker discussion.

Password 247365

Nuevo Sendero

Saturday 6:45 AM
1760 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955, USA

La reunión es en la oficina B-206. Ubicado en el centro comercial Plaza Universidad en la esquina de Fremont Blvd y Echo Ave (en frente del Auto Mall). La entrada es a un lado del edificio del 7-11 y Papa Chevo's Taco Shop. Estamos en el segundo piso donde puedes ver nuestro letrero A.A. Nuevo Sendero.

OpenSpanish
Meeting Notes

Reunión abierta para todos. Personas no alcohólicas pueden asistir como espectadores. Esta reunión de Alcohólicos Anónimos es en Español. Nos reunimos todos los días a las 6:45 AM en Seaside, CA.

Location Notes

La reunión es en la oficina B-206. Ubicado en el centro comercial Plaza Universidad en la esquina de Fremont Blvd y Echo Ave (en frente del Auto Mall). La entrada es a un lado del edificio del 7-11 y Papa Chevo's Taco Shop. Estamos en el segundo piso donde puedes ver nuestro letrero A.A. Nuevo Sendero.

Early Riser's / Hybrid / Zoom # 84539629611 Pass Word 1935

Saturday 7:00 AM
1071 Pajaro St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Corner of Pajaro and San Miguel Streets. Enter Through Causeway on San Miguel St.

OpenEnglish
Location Notes

Corner of Pajaro and San Miguel Streets. Enter Through Causeway on San Miguel St.

Sobriety in The Ville - Open Topic

Saturday 7:00 AM
Online OpenEnglish

Meeting ID: 761 7709 535, Password: makemyday

Fresh Start (Saturday)

Saturday 7:00 AM
939 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
Wheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

No Smoking

Make My Day Group (Saturday)

Saturday 7:00 AM
229 Stanford St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

No Smoking

Sought Through Prayer (STP) Saturday

Saturday 7:00 AM
532 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Location Notes

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

Early Risers (Saturday)

Saturday 7:00 AM
Online Child-FriendlyOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

Rotating Literature and Speaker Share

Meeting ID: 849 8412 632, Password: RIGHTON

On Awakening (formerly STP-online) (Saturday)

Saturday 7:00 AM
Online LiteratureOpenEnglish

Meeting ID: 842 1031 1980, Password 5551212

Sunrise Group In Person

Saturday 7:30 AM
381 High St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Main entrance

DiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

➤ In-person meeting at St. James Episcopal Church in Monterey (corner of Franklin & High Streets). The Sunrise Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets daily at 6:45 AM and Saturday at 7:30 AM. Six days a week the meeting is led by a different secretary who chooses a discussion topic based on A.A. approved literature of their choice. The meeting uses a round the horn format for sharing. On Saturday, the format is speaker discussion. 6/24/26 NOTE: Due to construction, meetings will be held in the church next to McGowan House until further notice.

Location Notes

Main entrance

Good Morning Carmel

Saturday 8:00 AM
Online Big BookBirthdayDigital BasketDiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

● In-person meeting at Church of the Wayfarer in Carmel, with a separate online meeting held at the same time. ● Daily meeting at 7 AM on weekdays, and 8 AM on Saturdays and Sundays. ● Location: Enter from Lincoln Street through the courtyard to the left of the main chapel. Turn left into the hallway. The meeting room is the first room on the right. Saturday: Big Book speaker discussion and “chip” meeting celebrating A.A. anniversaries and newcomer milestones (30, 60, 90, and 180 days of continuous sobriety) Sunday: As Bill Sees It – Speaker discussion Monday: Daily Reflections – Topic discussion Tuesday: Big Book study Wednesday: Open discussion meeting Thursday: Speaker topic discussion Friday: Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions (12 & 12) book study

Mighty Muffins

Saturday 8:00 AM
Online Digital BasketDiscussionOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

Monday thru Friday meets inside the little house and Saturday and Sunday meet in the community center. Online meetings are held separately (non-hybrid). Mon–As Bill Sees It Reading and Discussion Tue–Big Book Study Wed–12 & 12 Book Study Thu–Daily Reflections Topic Discussion Fri–Step 10 Discussion Sat–Read Promises / Open Topic Discussion Sun–Spiritual Progress Topic Discussion

Meeting ID: 994180814 Password: 001387

Men's Stag /Hybrid/In Person / Meeting ID# 769653374 P.W.1935

Saturday 9:00 AM
404 Lincoln Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
ClosedMenEnglish

On the Beach

Saturday 9:00 AM
3rd Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
OpenOutdoor MeetingEnglish
Meeting Notes

At the bottom of 3rd Avenue stairs at Seabright Beach off of East Cliff Drive.

Emotional Sobriety 2

Saturday 9:00 AM
412 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

WFAA Sober & Out, Book Study

Saturday 10:00 AM
939 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
LGBTQLiteratureNewcomerOpenTransgenderWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible BathroomYoung PeopleEnglish

Carmel Beach Meeting

Saturday 10:30 AM
26478 Carmelo St, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923, USA

Look for the circle or people gathered near the State Beach parking lot. Bring your own Beach chair. Meeting is cancelled if it is raining.

DiscussionOpenOutdoor MeetingSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is a 60 minute speaker discussion Alcoholics Anonymous meeting held outdoors at the Carmel Beach. The chairperson shares for 15 - 20 minutes then the meeting is opened up for the discussion portion of the meeting. BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR. Look for the circle or people gathered near the State Beach parking lot. Bring your own Beach chair. Meeting is cancelled if it is raining.

Location Notes

Look for the circle or people gathered near the State Beach parking lot. Bring your own Beach chair. Meeting is cancelled if it is raining.

LGBTQIA+ & Friends

Saturday 10:30 AM
381 High St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Main entrance

DiscussionLGBTQOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is an open topic discussion meeting. The venue is wheelchair accessible from the parking lot on the right side of the building. We'll be meeting in the dining room. 6/24/26 NOTE: Due to construction, meetings will be held in the church next to McGowan House until further notice.

Location Notes

Main entrance

Mighty Queer Mice

Saturday 10:30 AM
Online DiscussionLGBTQOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes

Open Topic/Discussion Here we come to save the day! Meeting ID: 859 2804 2242

Password: sober

SCF Bring it to the Table

Saturday 10:30 AM
412 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

Sought Through Meditation

Saturday 11:00 AM
532 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Location Notes

If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.

There is a Solution: Women's Big Book Study

Saturday 11:00 AM
Online Big BookWomenEnglish

Meeting ID: 564 614 6409, Password: Sobriety12

Noon Groups

Saturday 12:00 PM
519 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

The Nooner

Saturday 12:00 PM
Online DiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

Various format meeting five days a week

Password 728947

Grupo Unidad

Saturday 12:00 PM
112 Abbott St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
OpenSpanish
Meeting Notes

REUNIONES: DIARIAS 7:30 – 9:00 PM. LUNES A SÁBADO 12:00 A 1:30 PM. DOMINGO 11:30 AM. – 1:00 PM. TEL: (831)905-4541. (831)751-9798. (831)500-3429

Sobriety in The Ville - As Bill Sees It

Saturday 12:00 PM
Online OpenEnglish

Meeting ID: 761 7709 535, Password: makemyday

WFAA Book Study, As Bill Sees It

Saturday 12:00 PM
939 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
As Bill Sees ItDiscussionLiteratureOpenEnglish

Jade Street Park (Saturday)

Saturday 12:00 PM
Online DiscussionOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

Saturday Open Discussion. Temporarily moved to the soccer field during construction. Bring your own chair.

Meeting ID 886 1685 5122, Password: park

SCF Speaker Discussion Meeting

Saturday 12:00 PM
412 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

Grupo Nuevo Amanecer (Sabado)

Saturday 1:30 PM
1150 Main St #4b, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
OpenSpanish

AA Meeting: Grave Emotional and Mental Disorders - Taking Suggestion

Saturday 2:00 PM
Online Cross Talk PermittedDigital BasketDiscussionDual DiagnosisOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes

“Taking Suggestion” Meeting of the Grave Emotional Mental Disorders Dual Diagnosis AA Village. The topic of this meeting is “Taking Suggestion”. The goal is to share something you have recently heard in the rooms of AA that offers you tools or how it has affected your program. The idea is to get out of our own head and hear what is being said in the rooms.

Group Notes

The GEMD Business Meeting is on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. Following is our regular 9pm meeting. Please join us, It Takes A Village

Passcode: 999666

AA Marina

Saturday 3:00 PM
Online DiscussionOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes

Wed–Big Book Thur–Living Sober Sat–Joe and Charlie

Password: 630593

SCF 12 & 12 Meeting

Saturday 3:00 PM
412 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish

Happy Hour - Topic Discussion

Saturday 5:30 PM
519 Hartnell St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
DiscussionOpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes

This is a daily meeting with a format that varies by day of the week: Sun–As Bill Sees It Mon–Topic Discussion Tue–Speaker Discussion Wed–Big Book Study Thu–Topic Discussion Fri–12 & 12 Step Study Sat–Topic Discussion

Salinas Groups / Hybrid /Zoom # 106730683 Pass Word 1935

Saturday 5:30 PM
404 Lincoln Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
Cross Talk PermittedDiscussionOpenEnglish

Bootleggerz

Saturday 6:00 PM
231 E Market St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA
DiscussionOpenSpeakerEnglish
Meeting Notes

No meeting on the 3rd Saturday

AA Meeting Statistics for Carmel-by-the-Sea

500 Nearby Listings
90 Meeting Locations
133 Online Meetings
7 Days Represented

Most listings: Monday with 77 meetings

Most common meeting types: Open (435), English (356), Wheelchair Access (173), Spanish (144), Discussion (121)

Meetings by Time of Day

136 Morning
260 Evening
66 Night

Meeting data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.

AA Resources in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Local Intergroup

Santa Cruz County Intergroup

24/7 AA Hotline

Need help now? Call the AA General Service Office:

(212) 870-3400

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About AA Meetings near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.

The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Carmel-by-the-Sea as a city in California covering approximately 1.061 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.

MyMeetings currently returns 500 AA meeting listings in and around Carmel-by-the-Sea. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.

Local meetings in Carmel-by-the-Sea are coordinated through the Santa Cruz County Intergroup. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.

Types of AA Meetings Available in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.

Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.

Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.

Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.

Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.

Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.

Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.

Finding the Right Meeting in Carmel-by-the-Sea

Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the Carmel-by-the-Sea area in California and may include meetings in surrounding communities.

Recovery Resources in Carmel-by-the-Sea

In addition to AA meetings, Carmel-by-the-Sea residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many AA meetings are in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

MyMeetings currently returns 500 meeting listings in and around Carmel-by-the-Sea. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.

What types of AA meetings are available in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

Current listings near Carmel-by-the-Sea identify formats including 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Big Book, Birthday, Candlelight, Child-Friendly, Closed, and Cross Talk Permitted. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.

Are there AA meetings near Carmel-by-the-Sea every day?

Current listings near Carmel-by-the-Sea include meetings on all seven days of the week. Monday currently has the most listings, with 77.

Are there online AA meetings available in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

The current directory includes 133 listings near Carmel-by-the-Sea with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.

How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

174 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Carmel-by-the-Sea. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.

What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.

How do I contact the local AA office in Carmel-by-the-Sea?

The directory identifies Santa Cruz County Intergroup as the local AA office serving Carmel-by-the-Sea. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.

How often are AA meeting listings updated for Carmel-by-the-Sea?

This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Carmel-by-the-Sea. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.

Can I find AA meetings outside Carmel-by-the-Sea, California?

Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in California and across state lines.

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