AA Meetings near Monterey, California
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Early Risers (Wednesday)
Rotating Literature and Speaker Share
Meeting ID: 849 8412 632, Password: RIGHTON
Sought Through Prayer (STP) Wednesday
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
On Awakening (formerly STP-online) (Wednesday)
Meeting ID: 842 1031 1980, Password 5551212
SCF Step Study 12x12 Meeting
Sought Through Meditation
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
Sought Through Meditation Zoom
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
If coming from Cedar Street, enter up the back steps around the left side of the building.
Meeting ID: 221 9156 334, Password: meditate
The Nooner
Various format meeting five days a week
Password 728947
Noon Groups
Men's Group
This is a men's topic discussion meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous in Pacific Grove. After some A.A. readings, the secretary asks if anyone has a suggested topic for the meeting centered around A.A. recovery. Whoever suggests a topic is then asked to share on it for few minutes to start the meeting. The meeting is then open for discussion on the suggested topic.
No Password
Wild Women
Wild Women is an open A.A. women's speaker/discussion meeting. We begin with traditional A.A. readings, and have a speaker share her experience, strength, and hope for approximately 20 minutes. At that point the meeting is open for sharing, and at the end we close with a prayer. Please join us; you will find "we are not a glum lot."
Grupo Unidad
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
Grupo Buena Voluntad
REUNIONES: DIARIAS 7:30 – 9:00 PM. LUNES A VIERNES 12:00 – 1:30 PM. TEL: (831)585-5396. (831)682-2418. (831)998-6533
Sobriety in The Ville - Step Study
Meeting ID: 761 7709 535, Password: makemyday
WFAA Book Study, Living Sober
Jade Street Park (Wednesday)
Wednesday is Chip Day. Temporarily moved to the soccer field during construction. Bring your own chair.
SCF Speaker Discussion Meeting
Soquel Acceptance Group (Wednesday)
Meets in back room off of parking lot. Chips on the last Wednesday of the month.
Women's 12 & 12
Main entrance
Each week, we read aloud one chapter from the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, then hold an open discussion on what we have read. We read a step chapter each week for four weeks in a row, then a tradition chapter, then four step chapters, and so forth. Solution-oriented, heartfelt, confidential, and humorous. 6/24/26 NOTE: Due to construction, meetings will be held in the church next to McGowan House until further notice.
Main entrance
Grupo Nuevo Amanecer (Miercoles)
Sesión de estudio
AA Meeting: Grave Emotional and Mental Disorders - Topic Tag
“Topic Tag” Meeting of the Grave Emotional Mental Disorders Dual Diagnosis AA Village. Someone will choose the first topic and tag someone to share on it, then that person will choose another topic and another person to share. We do not use hands in this meeting.
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
Wed–Big Book Thur–Living Sober Sat–Joe and Charlie
Password: 630593
SCF 12 x 12 Meeting
Rebellion Dogs - Living Sober
Online only meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous with a different format 3 days a week. Wednesday - Living Sober Thursday - Newcomer Meeting Sunday - Women's Discussion
Password 728670
Sobriety in the Ville Beginner's Big Book Study
Also has readings from the New Language Big Book, published in 2024.
Meeting ID: 761 770 9535 Password: makemyday
Happy Hour - Big Book
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
Young People's Happy Hour
Corner of Blanco and San Vincente
Corner of Blanco and San Vincente
Sisters in Sobriety Group
CHIPS Last Wednesday of Month
WFAA Speaker/Discussion
Grupo Fin Y Principio Mujeres (Miercoles)
Bilingual - Spanish and English speaking
Grupo Alfa y Omega (Miércoles)
SCF Back to Basics
Reflections
Located about 4 miles east of downtown Carmel. Maps list this area as Carmel-By-The-Sea but it is located in Carmel Valley.
Reading of daily reflections followed by a discussion
Located about 4 miles east of downtown Carmel. Maps list this area as Carmel-By-The-Sea but it is located in Carmel Valley.
Circle of Gratitude Book
Meeting format of this A.A. meeting is to read from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous for the first half hour, followed by group discussion of the reading.
Aromas Group
Aromas Water District Conference Room
Aromas Water District Conference Room
Candlelight Meeting
This meeting adheres to standard A.A. format (either speaker or topic discussion as voted upon in the beginning of each meeting). Meeting is one hour long, with a 5 minute limit allowed for shares in order to give everyone a chance to speak.
Wednesday Night Men's Hybrid / Zoom ID 457 213 547
Corner of Blanco and San Vincente
Hybrid, Zoom ID 457 213 547 PW1935
Corner of Blanco and San Vincente
Crossroads Meeting
This is a Big Book study meeting The 3rd week of each month the meeting will be at 7:30PM to 8:30PM, following the awards ceremony.
Out of the Box
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Password: FRINITELIV
Sobriety in The Ville - Speaker/Discussion
Meeting ID: 761 7709 535, Password: makemyday
Awareness Group
Doors open at 6:30 pm Chips and cake on the last Wednesday of each month.
Twisted Sisters Book Study
In the West Building through the Courtyard
Meeting ID: 7727 6139 909, Password: 291246
Nuevo Sendero
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.
Reunión abierta para todos. Personas no alcohólicas pueden asistir como espectadores. Esta reunión de Alcohólicos Anónimos es en Español. Nos reunimos de Lunes a Viernes a las 7:30 PM en Seaside, CA.
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.
Grupo Resurrección de A.A.
EN LA SALA 'E'. La sala de juntas esta localizada en la esquina trasera del estacionamiento. Ubicado en el centro comercial Plaza Seaside en la esquina de Fremont Blvd y San Pablo Ave.
Reunión abierta para todos. Personas no alcohólicas pueden asistir como espectadores. Esta reunión de Alcohólicos Anónimos es en Español. Nos reunimos de lunes a sábado a las 7:30 PM en Seaside, CA.
EN LA SALA 'E'. La sala de juntas esta localizada en la esquina trasera del estacionamiento. Ubicado en el centro comercial Plaza Seaside en la esquina de Fremont Blvd y San Pablo Ave.
Carmel Men's Meeting
NEW LOCATION: Beginning July 15, 2026, we will meet at the Wellness Center at the southeast corner of 8th Avenue & Dolores Street in downtown Carmel. Do not navigate to the Carmel Foundation’s main campus at 8th and Lincoln. Please use the rear entrance in the parking lot, accessed via 8th Ave. The Wellness Center is just two blocks from our previous location. • Opens with a 20-minute A.A. speaker • The speaker then suggests a topic for discussion • Annual A.A. anniversaries are recognized each week
Grupo Alianza Azteca
REUNIONES: LUNES A VIERNES 7:30 – 9:00 PM. DOMINGOS: 10:00 – 11:30 AM. TEL: (831)214-8732.
Grupo Unidad
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
Grupo El Salvador
REUNIONES: DIARIAS 7:30 – 9:00 PM. DOMINGO 8:30 – 10:00 AM. TEL: (831)594-1319. (831)663-7167.
Grupo Nueva Vida
REUNIONES: LUNES, MIÉRCOLES, JUEVES Y VIERNES 7:30 – 9:00 PM. TEL: (831)585-0154. (831)210-3694. (831)737-5328.
Monterey's Busiest Meeting Locations
Watsonville, CA
32Watsonville, CA, USA
Watsonville Fellowship
31939 Lincoln St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA
Santa Cruz Fellowship
30412 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for Monterey
Most listings: Monday with 78 meetings
Most common meeting types: Open (435), English (363), Wheelchair Access (177), Spanish (137), Discussion (124)
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AA Resources in Monterey, California
Local Intergroup
Santa Cruz County Intergroup
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About AA Meetings near Monterey, California
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Monterey, California. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Monterey as a city in California covering approximately 8.645 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 Monterey. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in Monterey 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 Monterey
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 Monterey
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Recovery Resources in Monterey
In addition to AA meetings, Monterey 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 Monterey?
MyMeetings currently returns 500 meeting listings in and around Monterey. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Monterey?
Current listings near Monterey 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 Monterey every day?
Current listings near Monterey include meetings on all seven days of the week. Monday currently has the most listings, with 78.
Are there online AA meetings available in Monterey?
The current directory includes 134 listings near Monterey with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Monterey?
177 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Monterey. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Monterey?
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 Monterey?
The directory identifies Santa Cruz County Intergroup as the local AA office serving Monterey. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Monterey?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Monterey. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside Monterey, California?
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