2026 MBAR
program
Keep It Simple
A familiar phrase since Alcoholics Anonymous began in 1939
Keynote Speakers and Panels
Let's Hear Their Experience, Strength, And Hope, So We Can Grow Together!
Friday Night 5:00pm
Micheal S. from Carmel, California
Friday Night 6:30pm
Darren P. from Santa Barbara, California
Saturday Night 6:30pm
Theresa F. from Van Nuys, California
Sunday Morning 9:30am
Madison B. from British Columbia
Sunday Afternoon 1:30pm
Danny D. from Southern California
Grab a snapshot from the Photo Booth near the escalator
OR
Test your Corn Hole Toss
outside Colton Room Area.
Volunteer Signup
Friday Night, September 4th
Downstairs: Sierra 1
Friday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Sierra 1 room, presented in English.
Friday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Sierra 1 room, presented in Spanish.
This schedule is subject to change.
One Day at a Time
Saturday, September 5th
Steinbeck Ballroom (2 and 3)
Saturday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Steinbeck 2 and 3 rooms and Stevenson 1 room, presented in English.
Saturday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Steinbeck 2 and 3 rooms and Stevenson 1 room, presented in Spanish.
This schedule is subject to change.
One Day at a Time
Sunday, September 6th
Steinbeck Ballroom (2 and 3)
Sunday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Steinbeck 2 and 3 rooms and Stevenson 1 room, presented in English.
Sunday's Keynote Speakers, Panels, and Activities by time – This table displays the time and the corresponding event in the Steinbeck 2 and 3 rooms and Stevenson 1 room, presented in Spanish.
This schedule is subject to change, just like our attitude.
One Day at a Time
Registration Desk
Walk-in attendees can register onsite and get assistance with any payment issues or questions.
Check in at registration desk to complete your cash payment, and a new email will be sent with an updated payment status. Your registration email is your general admission ticket and contains your additional paid activities.
For more information while at the event, questions concerning the event, or lost and found items, please go to the registration desk.
Host of MBAR 2024: Chris T.
A.A. Chairperson: Jennifer G.
Al-Anon Chairperson: Dawn C.
Co-Chair: Ali T.
Treasurer: Leslie S.
Co-Treasurer: Toni L.
Recording Secretary: Micheal B.
Conference Center Floorplan
The conference floor plan is available for all attendees. The layout includes clearly marked areas, activity rooms, and meeting spaces, allowing guests to navigate the event with ease. The lobby areas assist with minimize disruption between meetings and encourage fellowship and connection among us. Signage and staff will be available throughout the venue to guide attendees to their desired destinations.
See our M.B.A.I.A.A. website www.aamonterey.org for a current listing of local A.A. meetings in the area.
Most Cost Effective MBAR PARKING
Downtown West Garage
340 Tyler Street
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First Hour Free
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$1 / 30 min
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$12 Max
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Gated lot, pull ticket, pay at pay station
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24 Hours, Rates reset daily at midnight
3 to 4 Minute Walk
Downtown East Garage
340 Tyler Street
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First Hour Free
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$1 / 30 min
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$12 Max
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Gated Lot, pull ticket, pay at pay station
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24 Hours, Rates reset daily at Midnight
3 to 4 Minute Walk
Lower Lot 7
Calle principal Garage
468 Calle Principal
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$1.50 per Hour
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$8 all day
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Pay by plate at pay station or ParkMobile App
3 to 4 Minute Walk
Upper Lot 7 - Entrance on Pacific Street
Calle principal Garage
468 Calle Principal
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$1.50 per Hour
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$8 all day
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Pay by plate at pay station or ParkMobile App
3 to 4 Minute Walk
PARK SMART. SAVE MONEY. STAY CLOSE.
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Arrive early and give yourself extra time
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First hour is FREE in downtown garages
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Bring your license plate
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Pay at the station or use ParkMobile app
Why Do We Have MBAR?
Frequent contact with newcomers and with each other is the bright spot of our lives.
It is a fellowship in Alcoholics Anonymous. There you will find release from care, boredom and worry. Your imagination will be fired. Life will mean something at last. The most satisfactory years of your existence lie ahead. Thus, we find the fellowship, and so will you.
PLEASE NOTE: Dinner will be held at Monterey Marriott located at 350 Calle Principal in Monterey.
(It is across the street from the Conference Center.)