Family-friendly events in SLO County

Kid-friendly and all-ages events across San Luis Obispo County. Updated October 11.

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Sunday, October 11

  • 46 Ranch Pumpkin Patch at the Cambria Nursery

    9 AM to 5 PM · Cambria Nursery and Florist, Cambria · Free

    A monthlong pumpkin patch in the nursery gardens with pumpkins from mini sizes to jumbo showstoppers, open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in October.

  • Come As You Are... National Coming Out Day Picnic

    11 AM to 4 PM · Atascadero Lake Park, Atascadero · Free

    Join We Are Atascadero Pride for a relaxed National Coming Out Day picnic celebrating community, connection, and belonging. Come by yourself, bring a friend, bring a snack if you’d like, and spend some time with LGBTQ+ neighbors, friends, families, and allies from across North County. No speeches, no pressure, no dress code. Just an easy afternoon together. Everyone is welcome.

  • Surfing for Hope Longboard Classic

    Schedule varies · ends 3 PM · Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach · Check the official event page for competition and gala details

    World-class longboarders, a health fair, a Volkswagen expo and community events take over Pismo Beach for three days.

  • Cal Poly Symphony Concert

    3 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Cal Poly Symphony opens the season with Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 featuring Elizabeth Dorman and Glinka's Overture to Ruslan and Lyudmila.

  • Open Mic Night

    5 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    National Coming Out Day Want to sing, share a poem, or play guitar? Join the Gala Pride and Diversity Center for an Open Mic night in celebration of National Coming Out Day! Sign-ups at the event - see you there!

  • Dylan Johnson

    6 PM to 9:30 PM · Sensorio, Paso Robles · General admission starts at $65 + fees

    Live acoustic music by Dylan Johnson at Sensorio during the evening event hours. Guests can enjoy the performance on the main lawn along with food and drinks available on site.

Tuesday, October 13

  • Toddler Tuesday

    10:30 AM to 4 PM · Sandbox Kids, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Toddler Tuesday begins at 10:30 a.m. at Sandbox Kids on Monterey Street. The weekly drop-in includes arts, crafts, story time and more for families with toddlers.

Wednesday, October 14

  • Atascadero Farmers Market

    3 PM to 5:30 PM · Atascadero Farmers Market, Atascadero · Price not listed

    Atascadero Farmers Market listed for Oct. 14 on the city events calendar.

  • Spooky Cartooning Workshop

    3 PM · Morro Bay Library Program Room at Morro Bay Library, Morro Bay · Free

    Tweens and teens can join cartoonist Kane Lynch for a spooky cartooning workshop at Morro Bay Library on Wednesday at 3 p.m. It’s a straightforward creative hour with a seasonal tilt.

  • Giveback Night Klondikes Pizza

    4 PM to 7 PM · Klondikes Pizza, Arroyo Grande · Price not listed

    Shell Beach Elementary PTO fundraiser at Klondikes Pizza with family dining and arcade time for kids. Guests need to mention Shell Beach Elementary so the order counts toward the giveback.

  • Bat Experience at the Creekside Reserve

    6:30 PM to 8:30 PM · Creekside Reserve, Cambria · Suggested donation $10

    Take a trip to bat country with this experience presented by Greenspace. Bat experts Lisa Murphy and Erin Naegle lead an enjoyable and educational evening, starting with an “Intro to Bats” class. After that, it’s a Q&A session while snacking on baked goods with hot chocolate and cider. Then everyone will head to the meadow and down by the creek to track and identify bats using acoustical monitoring units. Sign-ups ar

Thursday, October 15

  • SLO Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

    Members 9 AM to noon · public noon to 5 PM · SLO Public Library Community Room, San Luis Obispo · $1.50 per inch of books Thu and Fri

    More than 7,500 used books for adults, teens and kids, plus music CDs and puzzles, and a featured collection of SLO County and California history books curated with the History Center of San Luis Obispo County. Friends of the Library members shop early Thursday from 9 AM to noon (join at the door); the public sale runs Thursday noon to 5 PM and Friday and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM. All proceeds support the SLO Public Library.

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Weekly open-air farmers' market with more than 100 vendors, fresh produce, prepared food, crafts, baked goods, entertainment, and live music on Higuera Street.

  • JUICE w/ special guest Dante Marsh & The Vibe Setters

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General admission $20 advance, $25 at the door

    Juice performs with special guest Dante Marsh & The Vibe Setters. Doors are at 7:00 PM and showtime is 8:00 PM. All ages. ([my805tix.com](https://www.my805tix.com/e/juice-3))

Friday, October 16

  • 6th Annual Atascadero Fall Fest

    4 PM to 10 PM · Sunken Gardens, Atascadero · Free

    A three-day downtown carnival brings rides, games, food, drinks and live entertainment to Sunken Gardens October 16–18.

  • Eric & The One Love Bomb at Avila Beach Farmers Market

    4 PM to 8 PM · Avila Beach Promenade, Avila Beach · Free

    Final scheduled Friday market set of the season, featuring Eric & The One Love Bomb.

  • Friday Night Magic

    5 PM to 9 PM · Captain Nemo Games & Comics, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly Magic: The Gathering play night at Captain Nemo Games.

  • Wood-Fired Pizza Nights

    5 PM to 9 PM · Cambria Pines Lodge, Cambria · Price not listed

    Wood-Fired Pizza Nights returns Friday at 5 p.m. to the Pizza Nook at Cambria Pines Lodge, with pizza, salads, drinks, yard games and live music in the mix.

  • Fall Family Fest

    5 PM to 7 PM · Trinity Church courtyard, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Family-friendly courtyard event with games, food, prizes, cotton candy and kids activities.

  • Harvest Cookie Decorating Night

    5 PM to 7 PM · Proof & Gather Baking Company, Paso Robles · $28.52

    A fall cookie-decorating workshop at the bakery, with six sugar cookies, decorating supplies and a seasonal drink included.

  • Halloween Movie Nights at Oceanpoint Ranch: Hocus Pocus

    6:30 PM · Oceanpoint Ranch, Cambria · Free

    Bring your blankets and bundle up for cozy, and slightly scary, movie nights under the stars. This Halloween season, Oceanpoint Ranch will be showing family-friendly movies on-theme for this spooky time of year. Tonight’s presentation is the Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus . Admission is $5 for adults (credit card only, please), with kids 12 and under getting in free! Food and drinks will also be available for purchas

  • Bodie, Hopeful

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $39.05

    Concert at The Rock featuring Bodie with special guest Hopeful. Doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM.

Saturday, October 17

  • Alicia Adamerovich: Conundrums

    Time TBA · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Museum exhibition by Alicia Adamerovich closing Oct. 17, 2026.

  • Colony Days Parade

    10 AM to 12 PM · Downtown Atascadero, Atascadero · Free

    Annual community parade followed by Colony Days festivities and the Atascadero Fall Fest carnival.

  • 80th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival

    10 AM · Pismo Beach Pier Plaza, Pismo Beach · Free

    The landmark anniversary weekend brings the parade, live entertainment, family activities and the annual chowder cook-off back to downtown Pismo.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Adrienne Allebe: Hatch (last day)

    11 AM to 5 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    McMeen Gallery spotlight exhibition by Adrienne Allebe closing Oct. 17, 2026.

  • SLO Ranch Fall Fest

    11 AM · SLO Ranch, San Luis Obispo · Ticketed, price not shown in source snippet

    Two-day fall festival with live music, seasonal food and family-friendly activities at SLO Ranch.

  • Pumpkin Stack

    1:30 PM to 2:30 PM · Paso Robles, Paso Robles · $25

    Beginner-friendly pumpkin-themed class in Classroom Gallery led by McRobbins Studios. The page says it is suitable for ages 3 and up and offers step-by-step guidance. ([studiosonthepark.org](https://studiosonthepark.org/events/pumpkin-stack/))

  • Spooky Cartooning Workshop

    2 PM · SLO Library Teen Area at San Luis Obispo Library, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Tweens and teens can join cartoonist Kane Lynch at 2 p.m. in the SLO Library Teen Area for a spooky drawing workshop. Expect Halloween-leaning sketches, not a lecture.

  • Pizza & Princesses

    2 PM to 4 PM · Benny’s Pizza Palace and Social Club, San Luis Obispo · Child admission $20; adult admission free with registration

    A family event with princess-themed entertainment, pizza, bingo, songs, and photo time in San Luis Obispo.

  • 2026 Homeschool High School Fall Dance

    6:30 PM to 9 PM · Atascadero Bible Church, Atascadero · $35 at the door

    A semi-formal homeschool dance for San Luis Obispo County high school students.

  • E Malama I Ka Hula: Nurture, Honor, & Respect the Hula

    7 PM to 9 PM · CPAC Mainstage, San Luis Obispo · $0, $15, $18

    A Hawaiian cultural presentation of oli, music, song, and ancient and modern hula featuring Halau Hula Na Mele O Ke Kai with Na Hoa Aloha and Shane Stoneman.

  • Jade Jackson ~ Album Release Party

    7 PM to 11 PM · Rod & Hammer Rock, San Luis Obispo · $25 advance, $30 at the door

    Jade Jackson returns for an album release party with her full band. Doors are at 7:00 PM and showtime is 8:00 PM. All ages. ([my805tix.com](https://www.my805tix.com/e/jadejackson-3))

  • Cal Poly Fall Choral Concert

    7:30 PM · San Luis Obispo United Methodist Church, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Cal Poly Choirs concert featuring Songs of Joy and Remembrance. Tickets are required and are on sale now.

  • Randy Feltface: Gimmick

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed; ticket purchase required

    Randy Feltface brings his stand-up show "Gimmick" to Fremont Theater for an all-ages performance.

Sunday, October 18

  • Family Free Day: Boo-tanical Garden

    10 AM to 2 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free family day with nature crafts, a trick-or-treat scavenger hunt and other garden activities.

  • Art Lab - Free Teen Crafting Workshop

    12 PM to 2 PM · Studios on the Park, Paso Robles · Free

    Free crafting workshop for teens at Studios on the Park.

  • Bibbidi Bobbidi BOO Dance Party at the Madonna Inn

    1:30 PM to 3:30 PM · Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo · $35 – $50

    Bibbidi Bobbidi BOO is Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1:30 p.m. at the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo. The afternoon includes costumes, candy, character meet-and-greets, trick-or-treating and photos.

  • Shakey Graves

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $36

    All-ages concert by Shakey Graves with support from Wild Pink.

Tuesday, October 20

  • SLO County Farm Bureau 104th Annual Members Meeting

    4:30 PM to 8 PM · 1800 El Pomar Dr, Templeton · $40; kids 12 and under free

    An annual county Farm Bureau meeting in Templeton with drinks, dinner, awards, and annual business. Eventbrite shows a $40 ticket price, with kids 12 and under free.

  • Anberlin, Watashi Wa

    6:30 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General admission $30 advance, $35 at the door

    Anberlin performs with Watashi Wa. Doors are at 6:30 PM and showtime is 7:30 PM. All ages. ([my805tix.com](https://www.my805tix.com/e/anberlin))

  • CIRCA: Wolf

    7:30 PM to 9:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $47 – $74

    Cal Poly Arts presents CIRCA's contemporary circus production Wolf.

  • Xavier Wulf

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $40

    Xavier Wulf performs at the Fremont Theater in downtown San Luis Obispo.

Wednesday, October 21

  • Spooky Cartooning Workshop

    3:30 PM · Atascadero Library Polin Community Room at Atascadero Library, Atascadero · Free

    Join Cartoonist Kane Lynch for a spooky cartooning workshop! For tweens and teens!

  • An Evening with Violinist Chris Murphy

    5:30 PM to 8:30 PM · Vina Robles Tasting Room, Paso Robles · Free

    An evening performance by violinist Chris Murphy at the Vina Robles Tasting Room.

  • ALLAH - LAS w/ special guest Sam Blasucci

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General Admission: $30 Advance / $35 at the Door

    Allah-Las with special guest Sam Blasucci at The Rock. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. All ages.

Thursday, October 22

  • Holiday Succulent Pumpkins

    10 AM to 1 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · $75.00

    Hands-on workshop to make a living succulent pumpkin decoration with artists Jayne Devencenzi and Kathy Stewart. Succulent cuttings and a pumpkin are included.

  • Create a Succulent Garden in a Pumpkin!

    3:30 PM to 4:30 PM · Cambria Center for the Arts, Cambria · Price not listed

    A youth program for ages 6 to 14 focused on making a succulent garden in a pumpkin.

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Weekly open-air farmers' market with more than 100 vendors, fresh produce, prepared food, crafts, baked goods, entertainment, and live music on Higuera Street.

  • Corey Kent

    6 PM to 10 PM · BarrelHouse Brewing Co., Paso Robles · Advance Pre-sale: $36.77

    All-ages country concert at BarrelHouse Brewing Co. with Corey Kent. Doors open at 6 PM.

  • Souls of Mischief, Palmtree, Mc Frend, Legion of Groove

    7 PM to 11 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General admission $20 advance, $25 at the door

    Souls of Mischief headlines with Palmtree, MC Frend, and Legion of Groove. Doors are at 7:00 PM and showtime is 8:00 PM. All ages. ([my805tix.com](https://www.my805tix.com/e/mischief))

  • The General (1926)

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $28.40 - $35.00

    Silent film screening of Buster Keaton's The General with live accompaniment by organist Christian Elliott.

  • A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    8 PM · Spanos Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $20.00 - $28.00

    Cal Poly Theatre and Dance production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Tickets are required and on sale now.

Friday, October 23

  • Addams Family – A New Musical Comedy

    2 PM to 7 PM · Cambria Center for the Arts, Cambria · $20 to $30

    They’re creepy, they’re kooky, and they’re haunting the Cambria Center for the Arts in a new performance. Filled with chilling surprises, wicked humor, memorable music, and delightfully macabre entertainment, The Addams Family is a frightfully entertaining celebration of love, family, and everything that goes bump in the night. Check the performance page for showtimes, and purchase your tickets online .

  • 4th Anniversary /¡Celebra Nuestro Cuarto Aniversario!

    2 PM · Oceano Library, Oceano · Free

    Celebrate Oceano Library 4th Anniversary party. Events will include free pumpkins, crafts, and birthday cake.

  • Spooky Cartooning Workshop

    3 PM to 4:30 PM · Los Osos Library, Los Osos · Free

    Cartoonist Kane Lynch leads a spooky cartooning workshop for tweens and teens at 3 p.m. on Friday. It sounds like a good excuse to draw something weird and call it art.

  • Zoo Boo at the Central Coast Zoo — Friday

    4 PM to 7 PM · Central Coast Zoo, Atascadero · $16 per person ($15 zoo members; ages 2 and under free)

    Costumes, carnival games, a haunted maze, contests and trick-or-treating make for a not-too-scary evening at the zoo.

  • Halloween Movie Nights at Oceanpoint Ranch: Coco

    6:30 PM · Oceanpoint Ranch, Cambria · $5 for adults; kids 12 and under free

    Bring your blankets and bundle up for cozy, and slightly scary, movie nights under the stars. This Halloween season, Oceanpoint Ranch will be showing family-friendly movies on-theme for this spooky time of year. Tonight’s presentation is the modern Disney classic, Coco . Admission is $5 for adults (credit card only, please), with kids 12 and under getting in free! Food and drinks will also be available for purchase.

  • Cuesta Choirs Concert: "Moments of Hope" in North County

    7 PM · San Miguel, San Miguel · Adult $18, Senior/Military/Teacher $15, Student w/ID $10, Complimentary ticket $0

    Cuesta Choirs fundraising concert at San Miguel Mission, presented as the North County performance of the same program offered at CPAC the next day.

  • ARISE ROOTS w/ True Zion

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General Admission: $20 Advance / $25 at the Door

    Arise Roots with special guests True Zion at The Rock. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. All ages.

  • The Devil Makes Three

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed; ticket required

    The Devil Makes Three performs at Fremont Theater with support from Two Runner. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.

Saturday, October 24

  • Shell Beach Library Costume Exchange / Intercambio de Disfraces

    Time TBA · Shell Beach Library, Shell Beach · Free

    A weeklong costume exchange for families. Visitors can donate or pick out Halloween decor or a costume for a child or pet, and donation is not required to participate.

  • Pumpkins in the Park

    10 AM to 1 PM · Dinosaur Caves Park, Shell Beach · Free

    Halloween-themed family event with pumpkin decorating, games, crafts, bounce houses, and a costume contest.

  • Paso Robles Día de los Muertos Festival

    10 AM to 7 PM · Downtown City Park, Paso Robles · Free

    A community Día de los Muertos celebration with educational and children’s activities, food, dance, music, and cultural vendors.

  • Poetry Walk - Guided Tour

    10:30 AM to 11:30 AM · Triangle Park, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    A guided tour of SLO’s Poetry Walk program, meeting and ending at Triangle Park and described as mostly flat (about 2.2 miles).

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Halloween Carnival and Haunted Maze

    1 PM · Elm Street Park, Arroyo Grande · Tickets required; fees apply

    A two-day Halloween carnival with bounce-n-play, LED mini golf, carnival games, food vendors, a live DJ, a pumpkin patch and a costume contest. The city also says there will be a free movie in the park on Saturday at 7 p.m. and a free magic show on Sunday at 5 p.m.

  • Big Band Blow Out Concert

    1 PM to 3 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $10

    Jazz Jubilee Central Coast big-band showcase featuring Cuesta College, Cal Poly, Allan Hancock College, Atascadero High School, and Paso Robles High School.

  • Spooky Cartooning Workshop

    2 PM · Nipomo Library Community Room at Nipomo Library, Nipomo · Free

    Cartoonist Kane Lynch brings a spooky cartooning workshop to the Nipomo Library Community Room on Saturday at 2 p.m. The listing is aimed at tweens and teens, so expect a room full of drawings with at least a little bite.

  • Zoo Boo at the Central Coast Zoo — Saturday

    4 PM to 7 PM · Central Coast Zoo, Atascadero · $16 per person ($15 zoo members; ages 2 and under free)

    Costumes, carnival games, a haunted maze, contests and trick-or-treating make for a not-too-scary evening at the zoo.

  • Community Picnic Day

    4 PM to 6 PM · 16th Street Park, Grover Beach · Price not listed

    City community picnic at 16th Street Park from 4 to 6 p.m.

  • Trunk or Treat

    5 PM · 16th Street Park, Grover Beach · Price not listed

    Halloween trunk-or-treat event with decorated trunks, goodie bags for the first 300 children, and free hot dogs.

  • Neighborhood Fall Festival

    5:30 PM to 8:30 PM · El Morro Church, Los Osos · Price not listed

    A community fall festival with inflatables, food, trunk-or-treat and a silent disco.

  • SLO Ward Truck or Treat

    6 PM to 8 PM · The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, San Luis Obispo · Free

    SLO Ward Truck or Treat is on the official calendar at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.

  • Cuesta Choirs Concert: Moments of Hope

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $10 – $18

    Cuesta Choirs concert on the CPAC Mainstage at 7:30pm.

  • Gary Clark Jr.

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $54.50

    Gary Clark Jr. performs at Fremont Theater with support from Xavier Lynn and DJ Kurupt.

Sunday, October 25

  • 47th Annual Oktoberfest

    9 AM to 5:30 PM · 2nd Street, Los Osos · Price not listed

    Daylong Oktoberfest with entertainment and activities, including the 19th Annual Classic Car Show and a Biergarten.

  • Pumpkin Smash at the Central Coast Zoo

    10 AM to 1 PM · Central Coast Zoo, Atascadero · Regular zoo admission

    Watch the zoo’s animals investigate, play with and feast on a fresh round of Halloween pumpkins.

  • Floating Pumpkin Patch

    10:45 AM · Morro Bay High School Aquatic Center, Morro Bay · See Price At Registration

    Annual pumpkin-picking swim event with games, face painting and recreational swim. Adult spectators who do not pick a pumpkin pay $5 at the door.

  • Blue Street with special guest Carl Sonny Leyland and the High Sierra Reunion Jazz Band

    11 AM to 4:30 PM · Pismo Beach Veterans Auditorium, Pismo Beach · $20 for BSR silver members; $30 for regular BSR members; $40 for non-members

    Jazz Jubilee Central Coast concert featuring Blue Street with special guest Carl Sonny Leyland and the High Sierra Reunion Jazz Band.

  • Morro Bay Maritime Family Fun Day

    11 AM to 3 PM · Morro Bay Maritime Museum, Morro Bay · Free

    Family activities at the Morro Bay Maritime Museum including fish painting, knot tying, sandcastle building and fishing games.

  • Courtyard Carnival

    11 AM to 4 PM · SLO Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Halloween-themed courtyard event with carnival booths and games, a magician performance at 2 pm, contests, trick-or-treating, and free face painting.

  • B & the Hive

    12 PM to 2 PM · 2nd Street, Baywood Park, Los Osos · Price not listed

    Live set by B & THE HIVE at the Baywood Park Oktoberfest.

  • Free Charcoal Demo with Gerimi Burleigh

    1 PM to 3 PM · Art Center Morro Bay, Morro Bay · Free

    A free charcoal drawing demo focused on heads and hands at Art Center Morro Bay.

  • Halloween Carnival and Haunted Maze

    1 PM to 7 PM · Elm Street Park, Arroyo Grande · Tickets for the carnival and maze can be purchased at the Recreation office or at the door (pricing not listed)

    Second day of the Halloween Carnival and Haunted Maze, with a FREE magic show noted for Sunday.

  • Lazy Locals: Up in the air

    1 PM to 4 PM · Castoro Cellars, Templeton · Free

    Free afternoon concert at Castoro Cellars featuring Up in the air.

  • Susan Cahill: An Afternoon of Music & Theater

    3 PM · Experimental Theater, Harold J. Miossi CPAC, San Luis Obispo · $60 (including fees)

    Festival Mozaic presents bassist Susan Cahill with actor Jon Wilkerson and pianist Jamaal Baptiste in the CPAC Experimental Theater. Doors open at 2:30 PM and the program starts at 3:00 PM, with general admission seating.

  • Journey to Oz

    3 PM · Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    A choose-what-you-pay PAC Outreach performance celebrating 30 years of the Performing Arts Center and PAC Outreach.

  • Critter Pitter Patter Concert by the Atascadero Community Band

    3 PM to 5 PM · Atascadero Bible Church, Atascadero · Free

    Atascadero Community Band presents a concert inspired by the animal kingdom in the ocean, on the earth, and in the sky. Free. All ages welcome. Donations benefit the Central Coast Zoo Foundation

  • Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour

    5 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · From $35.75

    Stand-up comedy tour stop at Fremont Theater.

  • Ranch Bison Popup Barn Dinner

    5 PM · Taylor Ranch 1868, Cambria · Price not listed

    Taylor Ranch 1868 is once again proud to welcome all to their historic ranch barn to taste their delicious home-grown meals. This event will include bison and venison, and a spread showcased by Chef Yancy Knapp from Big Sur’s premier sushi restaurant at Treebones. Dessert and appetizers will also be included. As well, Anthony Yount from the Royal Nonesuch Farm will be pouring exceptional wines to pair with the meal.

Monday, October 26

  • Journey To Oz

    10 AM to 12 PM · Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    This adaptation puts the audience inside Oz, with singing, dancing and some participation alongside the actors. It starts Monday at 10 a.m. at the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo.

  • Halloween at the Market

    1 PM to 6 PM · SLO Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, live music, a free photo booth, bounce slide, face painting, and a slime topping bar.

  • cabi On Tour San Luis Obispo, CA

    6 PM to 8 PM · Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo · Check ticket price on event

    A fall collection launch and fashion presentation at the Madonna Inn.

Tuesday, October 27

  • Film Screening- Hocus Pocus

    4 PM · Creston Library, Creston · Free

    Creston Library is showing Hocus Pocus on Tuesday at 4 p.m. A simple Halloween-season pick if you want to stay off the trick-or-treat treadmill for an hour.

  • Michael Franti Trio - Heartstrings & Dynamite

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · From $29.50

    All-ages concert by Michael Franti Trio with special guest Wheeland Brothers.

Wednesday, October 28

  • Elevator Pitch Competition 2026

    4:30 PM to 6 PM · Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo: Pavilion Room, San Luis Obispo · Check ticket price on event

    A Cal Poly startup pitch competition with audience voting, networking, and a Halloween twist.

  • Cuesta Wind Ensemble Concert

    7:30 PM to 9 PM · San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Cuesta Wind Ensemble concert on the CPAC Mainstage.

  • YES Keys to Ascension - 30th Anniversary

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $10.59

    YES performs Keys to Ascension for its 30th anniversary at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM; event starts at 8:00 PM. All ages.

Thursday, October 29

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

Friday, October 30

  • Annual Trunk or Treat

    5 PM · 16th Street Park, Grover Beach · Free

    Decorated cars, community groups and family-friendly trick-or-treating take over 16th Street Park before dark.

  • Halloween Movie Nights at Oceanpoint Ranch: Halloweentown

    6:30 PM · Oceanpoint Ranch, Cambria · Free

    Bring your blankets and bundle up for cozy, and slightly scary, movie nights under the stars. This Halloween season, Oceanpoint Ranch will be showing family-friendly movies on-theme for this spirited time of year. Tonight’s presentation is a favorite that’s perfect for spooky season, Halloweentown . Admission is $5 for adults (credit card only, please), with kids 12 and under getting in free! Food and drinks will als

  • Skeleton Crewe Ft. Rob Barraco, Barry Sless, Stephen Inglis, Pete Sears & Jay Lane

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General Admission: $20 Advance / $25 at the Door

    Skeleton Crewe featuring Rob Barraco, Barry Sless, Stephen Inglis, Pete Sears, and Jay Lane at The Rock. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. All ages.

  • Found After Dark: A Killer Halloween Party

    7:30 PM to 11:30 PM · Humdinger Brewing SLO, San Luis Obispo · $17.85 to $21.05

    Found After Dark: A Killer Halloween Party is on the official calendar at Humdinger Brewing SLO. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.

Saturday, October 31

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Día de los Muertos

    11 AM to 3 PM · Mission Plaza, SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Saturday, October 31 runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with dancers, mariachis, costume contest, face-painting, Latin dance, food and vendors in downtown San Luis Obispo.

  • Halloween Dance Party at Sea Pines Golf Resort

    2 PM to 6 PM · Sea Pines Resort, Los Osos · Price not listed

    A Halloween dance party with live music by Unfinished Business, costume contests and prizes.

  • Trick or Treat Downtown

    4 PM to 7 PM · Downtown Atascadero, Atascadero · Free

    Halloween trick-or-treating at more than 45 downtown businesses in Downtown Atascadero, with costume contests and after-dark fun.

  • Halloween in Creston

    4 PM · Creston Library, Creston · Free

    Join us at the Creston Library on Halloween from 4pm-8pm

  • Halloween in the Village

    4 PM to 6 PM · THE GALLERY, Arroyo Grande · Free

    Arroyo Grande Village merchants trick-or-treat event at The Gallery.

Sunday, November 1

  • Art in the Park Shell Beach

    10 AM · Dinosaur Caves Park, Shell Beach · Price not listed

    The oceanfront makers market brings local artists, food and music back to Dinosaur Caves Park for its November edition.

  • Dia de los Muertos 2026!

    11 AM to 3 PM · Mission Plaza, SLO, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Come join us at Mission Plaza in beautiful downtown San Luis Obispo, CA on Saturday, October 31 11:00 – 3:00 Dancers, mariachis, costume contest, face-painting, Latin dance, food, vendors and more!

Monday, November 2

  • Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band

    7:30 PM to 9 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $74 – $106

    Cal Poly Arts concert by Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band at the Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo.

Tuesday, November 3

Thursday, November 5

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

  • Legend Zeppelin

    7 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $22 advance / $27 at the door

    All-ages Led Zeppelin tribute concert at The Rock. Doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM.

Friday, November 6

  • 2026 Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles

    Time TBA · Paso Robles, Paso Robles · Price not stated in the search snippet

    A weekend festival celebrating music, art and culture in Paso Robles with concerts, lectures and wine tastings.

  • Art Show Opening

    5 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    ART FOR ALL & It’s a Shirt Show Join us for our annual Art for All Show, this year with an exciting new t-shirt design show, It’s a Shirt Show! Art for All will feature original work at more affordable pricing. Everything will be $300 and below. This is a great opportunity to shop for friends and family and give art this year! Our first ever It’s a Shirt Show will showcase submissions of cool t-shirt designs. Thanks

  • Art After Dark

    5 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Self-guided First Friday art walk featuring visual, literary, and performing art at galleries, nonprofits, and other businesses.

  • Couch Dog

    8 PM to 10 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · General Admission: $20 advance / $25 at the door

    Couch Dog plays The Rock with special guests Joone and Let Downs. Doors open at 7 pm and the show starts at 8 pm. All ages.

  • Adam Ant

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · From $55

    Concert by Adam Ant at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM; show starts at 8:00 PM. All ages.

Saturday, November 7

  • Pismo Beach Sand Art Festival

    Time TBA · Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach · Free

    Artists create enormous ocean-inspired drawings across the beach, knowing the next tide will erase the work and reset the canvas.

  • Cayucos Car Show

    8 AM to 4 PM · Downtown Cayucos, Cayucos · Price not listed

    Classic car show in downtown Cayucos with a live band, beer garden and barbecue.

  • Holiday Boutique

    10 AM to 3 PM · Atascadero Lake Park, Atascadero · Price not listed

    One-day handmade craft show with more than 70 vendors.

  • S.T.E.A.M. Workshop for Kids

    11 AM · Santa Margarita Bookstore at Santa Margarita Library, Santa Margarita · Free

    Kids will create a S.T.E.A.M. project in the library. Celebrate "Dinovember" with us at the library! This month we'll learn about…

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • KCBX Benefit Concert: Central Coast Sessions II

    12 PM to 10 PM · SLO Brew Live at The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $25

    KCBX benefit concert at SLO Brew Live at The Rock. The listing shows a noon-to-10 pm schedule.

  • Best in Show Dog Show at Paso Market Walk

    1 PM to 3 PM · Paso Market Walk, Paso Robles · Check ticket price on event

    A dog show at Paso Market Walk benefiting Woods Humane Society.

  • Gentle Bear

    1:30 PM to 2:30 PM · Paso Robles, Paso Robles · $25 (ages 3+)

    A beginner-friendly art class with step-by-step guidance, upbeat music, and a relaxed creative vibe for kids and adults. Participants make their own unique piece in a hands-on bonding session.

  • Hollyberry Fundraiser at Pismo Beach Vets Hall

    4 PM · Pismo Beach Veterans’ Memorial Hall, Pismo Beach · Price not listed

    Camp Fire Boots and Bling 4pm-9pm Pismo Beach Vets Hall Camp Fire is gearing up for the annual Hollyberry fundraising event and reaching out to local businesses and individuals for your support through tickets sales and donations. Hollyberry is a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, featuring a Silent Auction, barbecue dinner, a Live Auction which includes delicious home-made desserts, special family adventure pa

  • Cuesta Jazz: CD Release Concert

    7:30 PM · San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Adult $20.00; Student w/ID $10.00

    A Cuesta Jazz concert celebrating a new CD project and featuring big band, small groups, faculty, and Voce.

  • SLO Symphony & Paderewski Festival: Keys of Grandeur

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12.00 - $92.00

    Orchestral concert featuring pianist Hyunjin Roh.

Sunday, November 8

  • Paul Cauthen

    5 PM to 9 PM · BarrelHouse Brewing Co., Paso Robles · Tickets required

    Country and soul concert at BarrelHouse Brewing Co. with Paul Cauthen and special guest The Wilder Blue. Doors open at 5 PM and the show is all ages.

Wednesday, November 11

  • Veterans Day at Los Osos Valley Memorial Park

    11 AM to 12:30 PM · Los Osos Valley Memorial Park, Los Osos · Price not listed

    A Veterans Day observance honoring all who served.

  • Veterans Day at the Faces of Freedom

    11 AM · Faces of Freedom, Atascadero · Price not listed

    Veterans Day program at the Faces of Freedom (time listed as 11:00am, end time not provided in the excerpt).

  • Donavon Frankenreiter and The Band of Heathens

    6 PM to 10 PM · BarrelHouse Brewing Co., Paso Robles · Tickets required

    Live music at BarrelHouse Brewing Co. with Donavon Frankenreiter and The Band of Heathens. Doors open at 6 PM and the show is all ages.

  • Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights

    7 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $52 – $75

    Artistic Space Productions presentation at the PAC. Additional practical details were not available in the retrieved source snippet.

Thursday, November 12

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

  • CLARION w/ special guest Novulent

    7 PM to 11 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $20 advance / $25 at the door

    Clarion with special guest Novulent plays The Rock on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Tickets are available in advance and at the door, and the show is all ages.

Friday, November 13

  • Cal Poly Bandfest!

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Cal Poly Bands concert in Harold Miossi Hall featuring music from The Firebird and a soprano saxophone concerto with guest artist Nick May. The performance starts at 7:30 PM.

Saturday, November 14

  • The Book of Life

    Time TBA · Cambria Center for the Arts, Cambria · Price not listed

    A special family screening of The Book of Life at Cambria Center for the Arts.

  • Pismo Beach Marching Band Review

    9 AM · Dolliver Street (ending at Pier Plaza), Pismo Beach · Price not listed

    Feel the rhythm and hear the brass as talented marching bands from across the Central Coast take over Dolliver Street! Enjoy a spectacular showcase of music, precision marching, and showmanship, capped off by an electrifying drumline competition.

  • Beginning Cookie Decorating Class

    10 AM to 12:30 PM · Paso Robles, Paso Robles · $60

    Cookie decorating class at Studios on the Park.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Second Saturdays

    11 AM to 1 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free bilingual art-making program for children and families inspired by SLOMA's current exhibitions.

  • Astronomy Night & Stargazing at SLO Botanical Garden with Central Coast Astronomical Society

    5 PM to 7 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · $10.00

    Evening astronomy program with a live presentation followed by guided telescope viewing.

  • Movies at the Market: Wicked

    6 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Outdoor screening of Wicked in the courtyard with free entry and free parking.

  • Bombargo

    7 PM to 10 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $30 advance / $35 at the door; VIP package $105

    Bombargo plays The Rock on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Tickets are available in advance and at the door, with an optional VIP package, and the show is all ages.

  • Cal Poly Arab Music Ensemble Fall Concert

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Arab Music Ensemble concert with guest artists, instrumental and vocal soloists, and dance.

  • 28th Annual Vocal Jazz Festival Concert featuring The Sistering

    8 PM · CPAC Mainstage, San Luis Obispo · Tickets required; $20-$30

    Cuesta vocal jazz festival concert on the CPAC Mainstage.

Sunday, November 15

  • 49th Annual Turkey Trot

    2 PM to 4 PM · Arroyo Grande High School track, Arroyo Grande · $5 registration

    The 49th annual Turkey Trot invites preschoolers through eighth graders to race at the high-school track, with poultry-themed prizes for the top finishers.

  • Orangetheory Fitness: Community Potluck

    5:30 PM to 7 PM · San Luis Obispo Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Community potluck hosted by Orangetheory Fitness.

Monday, November 16

  • International Education Week 2026

    8 AM to 5 PM · Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Free

    A weeklong campus program hosted by the Cal Poly International Center celebrating international education and cultural exchange, with events and activities across Cal Poly.

Wednesday, November 18

  • Veterans Day

    11 AM to 12:30 PM · Los Osos Valley Memorial Park, Los Osos · Price not listed

    Community observance honoring all who served.

Thursday, November 19

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

  • Sudhu Tewari and Abe Gibson: Invented Sounds

    6:30 PM to 8:30 PM · Cal Poly Music Department, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Performance by Sudhu Tewari and Abe Gibson titled Invented Sounds.

  • Kabaka Pyramid

    7 PM to 11 PM · The Rock, San Luis Obispo · $25 Advance / $30 at the Door

    Kabaka Pyramid performs at The Rock in San Luis Obispo with doors at 7 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m.

  • Cal Poly Instrumental Student Recital

    7:30 PM · Davidson Music Center, Room 218, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Cal Poly student instrumentalists present a free recital.

Friday, November 20

  • Million Dollar Quartet Christmas

    7 PM to 8:30 PM · San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $43 – $63

    A holiday musical featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins at Sun Records studio. Performances run Wed-Sat at 7 pm and Sat-Sun at 2 pm from November 20 through December 20, 2026.

  • John Craigie with Special Guest Lucy Clearwater

    7 PM · Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center, San Luis Obispo · Tickets sold through the event page; price not visible in the source excerpt.

    Concert by John Craigie with special guest Lucy Clearwater at CPAC. The event page lists a 7:00pm start and says it is all ages.

  • Jake Shimabukuro - Holidays In Hawai'i

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $25 to $75

    Jake Shimabukuro performs Holidays In Hawai'i with special guest Kawika Young. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.

Saturday, November 21

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

Sunday, November 22

  • SLO Master Chorale: Novemberfest

    3 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12.00 - $64.00

    SLO Master Chorale concert with Beethoven and Mendelssohn works, including a collaboration with the Central Coast Shakespeare Festival.

Wednesday, November 25

  • SLO Botanical Garden’s Nature Nights

    8 AM to 5 PM · San Luis Botanical Obispo Garden, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    The garden’s light-and-music walk opens Wednesday, November 25 at 5 p.m. with illuminated pathways, two stages of local performers and a few pop-ups along the way.

Thursday, November 26

  • Thanksgiving at Robin’s

    12 PM to 7 PM · Robin’s Restaurant, Cambria · Price not listed

    Reservations are now open for the Thanksgiving feast at Robin’s Restaurant. Gather with family and friends at this iconic location in Cambria for a meal featuring a full selection of seasonal favorites. It’s a warm and welcoming way to give thanks on the Central Coast. You may view the full menu, request a reservation, or place an order to go through the Robin’s website . This event books up quickly, so be sure to re

  • Thanksgiving at the Lodge

    12 PM to 7 PM · Cambria Pines Lodge, Cambria · Free

    Gather at Cambria Pines Lodge to celebrate this Thanksgiving with family and friends on the Central Coast. This fall holiday tradition brings a festive all-you-can-eat buffet, where you can enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings in a warm atmosphere worth being thankful for. This is a popular holiday event that typically sells out each year, so make your reservation online today. Reservations are

  • SLO Botanical Garden’s Nature Lights

    5 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Botanical Obispo Garden, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Thursday, November 26 at 5 p.m. brings another evening of illuminated garden paths and live music on two stages at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden.

Friday, November 27

  • Christmas at the Santa Margarita Ranch

    Time TBA · Santa Margarita Ranch, Santa Margarita · Tickets required in advance

    Ride the Pacific Coast Railroad's Jingle Bell Express to Santa's Village, with Santa visits, shopping, food vendors, games, pony rides, a magic show and s'mores by the fire pits. Runs Fridays through Sundays from Thanksgiving weekend until Christmas; tickets must be bought in advance.

  • Cambria Christmas Market

    5 PM to 9 PM · Cambria Pines Lodge, Cambria · Free

    The Cambria Christmas Market returns for 2026! This magical holiday event, preparing for its 15th season, features over 3 million twinkling Christmas lights, artisan vendors, visits from Santa, a fun train ride, cozy fire pits, live music, delicious food & drink, and so much more. It’s never too early to start planning an unforgettable Central Coast holiday evening your family will treasure for years to come. Gates t

Saturday, November 28

  • Christmas by the Sea Downtown

    10 AM · Downtown Pismo Beach, Pismo Beach · Price not listed

    Kick off your holiday season with Christmas by the Sea, a festive downtown celebration hosted by the Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce that fills the community with coastal cheer and beautifully decorated storefronts.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Oceano Seabreeze Market

    12 PM to 4 PM · Oceano Elks Lodge, Oceano · Free

    Community maker and artisan market with local vendors, music, food, and drinks.

Sunday, November 29

  • Big Ditch Market

    11 AM to 3 PM · Car Corral in the Village, Arroyo Grande · Free

    The Village market returns with local makers, food and music for a daytime holiday edition at the Car Corral.

Tuesday, December 1

  • Big Fish Little Fish at the Central Coast Aquarium -Every Other Tuesday

    10 AM · Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach · Price not listed

    The recurring program is listed for Tuesday, December 1 at 10 a.m. at the Central Coast Aquarium. The official calendar says to check the source for the latest details.

  • Light Up A Life 2026

    6 PM to 8 PM · Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Hospice SLO County’s ceremony meets Tuesday, December 1 at 6 p.m. for a community remembrance at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

  • Cal Poly Instrumental Student Recital

    7:30 PM · Davidson Music Center, Room 218, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Cal Poly student instrumentalists present a free recital.

Thursday, December 3

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

Friday, December 4

  • Art After Dark

    5 PM to 8 PM · Downtown SLO, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Self-guided First Friday art walk featuring visual, literary, and performing art at galleries, nonprofits, and other businesses.

  • Garden Lights & Winter Nights

    5 PM to 10 PM · Sunken Gardens, Atascadero · Price not listed

    Holiday lights in Sunken Gardens run from Dec. 4 through Jan. 10, open nightly from 5 to 10 p.m. The display transforms the area into a winter wonderland for strolling and holiday shopping.

  • Light Up the Downtown and Holiday Sip & Shop

    5:30 PM to 8 PM · Downtown Atascadero, Atascadero · Free

    Santa, fire-truck and hay rides, hot chocolate and an evening sip-and-shop kick off Atascadero’s holiday season.

  • Holiday Harmony

    5:30 PM · Pismo Beach Pier Plaza, Pismo Beach · Free

    Experience the magic of a coastal winter wonderland! This joyful, free family event features fresh snow right at the beach, festive crafts, bounce houses, and photos with Santa himself, all leading up to the dazzling Downtown Tree Lighting at the Pier.

  • 50th Annual Holiday Parade

    7 PM · Downtown San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Annual holiday parade with the 2026 theme Past, Present, Future.

  • Cal Poly Symphony Concert: Student Soloist Showcase and Rodeo

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Symphony concert featuring student soloists and music by Walker and Copland.

Saturday, December 5

  • Beginning Cookie Decorating Class

    10 AM to 12:30 PM · Studios on the Park, Paso Robles · $60

    Youth cookie decorating class listed on the Studios on the Park youth calendar.

  • Art in the Park Holiday Market

    10 AM to 4 PM · Heritage Square Park, Arroyo Grande · Free

    SLO County artists bring paintings, glass, jewelry, botanicals, photography, clothing and more to a one-day outdoor holiday market.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Holiday Musical Walk Around the Lake

    5:30 PM to 9 PM · Atascadero Lake Park, Atascadero · Free

    A festive evening walk pairs holiday music with the lights and scenery around Atascadero Lake.

  • Morro Bay Lighted Boat Parade

    6 PM to 9 PM · Morro Bay Embarcadero, Morro Bay · Price not listed

    A December evening parade of decorated boats starting at 6 p.m. on the Embarcadero.

  • Ultimate Funny Competition

    6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Head-to-head improv competition at The Bunker SLO.

  • Movies at the Market: Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    6 PM to 8:30 PM · San Luis Obispo Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Outdoor screening of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas in the courtyard with free parking and free entry.

  • Cal Poly Choirs: Holiday Kaleidoscope

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Annual holiday concert with all four Cal Poly choral ensembles.

Sunday, December 6

  • Art in the Park Shell Beach

    10 AM · Dinosaur Caves Park, Shell Beach · Price not listed

    April 12 May 3 June 7 August 2 September 13 October 4 November 1 December 6 Come by and enjoy our monthly community event right off the cliffs of Dinosaur Caves Park! Here you will find 50+ local artisans, amazing food, live music and a gorgeous ocean view! There’s plenty of space to bring a blanket or chairs to sit and listen to our local musicians while you enjoy the wonderful views. We also provide an eating area

  • Cuesta Concord Chorus at the CPAC: Silver Screen Winter Dreams

    3 PM · Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center, San Luis Obispo · Tickets on sale now; published price not visible in the source excerpt.

    Cuesta Concord Chorus performance at CPAC titled Silver Screen Winter Dreams, listed for Sunday, December 6 at 3:00pm.

  • Cal Poly Jazz Ensembles: A Jazzy Holiday Concert

    3 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Holiday concert featuring music by Vince Guaraldi and arrangements by Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and other jazz artists.

  • The Holiday Emporium

    4 PM to 9 PM · San Luis Obispo Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Holiday market at SLO Public Market with local makers, live music, and market vendors.

  • The Jingle Bell Dash

    4 PM · Village of Arroyo Grande, Arroyo Grande · Free

    The free Jingle Bell Dash starts the afternoon for preschoolers through sixth graders, then the annual Holiday Parade rolls through the Village at 5 PM.

Tuesday, December 8

  • Combopalooza! Cuesta Jazz Combos Concert

    7:30 PM · Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center, San Luis Obispo · Tickets on sale now; published price not visible in the source excerpt.

    Cuesta Jazz Combos concert at CPAC listed for Tuesday, December 8 at 7:30pm.

  • Cal Poly Instrumental Student Recital

    7:30 PM · Davidson Music Center, Room 218, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Cal Poly student instrumentalists present a free recital.

Thursday, December 10

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

  • Cal Poly Vocal Student Recital

    7:30 PM · Davidson Music Center, Room 218, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Cal Poly student vocalists present a free recital.

Friday, December 11

  • Winter Wonderland

    5 PM to 9 PM · Downtown Atascadero, Atascadero · Free

    Snow-play areas, a giant slide, obstacle courses, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and more than 50 vendors take over downtown.

  • Christmas in Cayucos Tree Lighting

    5 PM · Downtown Cayucos, Cayucos · Price not listed

    Holiday tree lighting with live music, carolers, Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Saturday, December 12

  • Breakfast with Santa

    8 AM to 10 AM · Tar Creek Ranch, Arroyo Grande · Ticketed

    A pancake breakfast, photos with Santa, crafts and entertainment return with an early and a late-morning seating.

  • Grover Beach Holiday Parade

    10 AM · West Grand Avenue (16th St. to 9th St.), Grover Beach · Price not listed

    The Grover Beach Holiday Parade is listed for Dec. 12, 2026 at 10 am along West Grand Avenue (between 16th St. and 9th St.).

  • Nipomo Children's Craft Fair

    10 AM · Nipomo Library Community Room at Nipomo Library, Nipomo · Free

    Children ages 7 to 13 sell handmade crafts Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Nipomo Library Community Room. Everything is under $10, which should keep the shopping decision refreshingly simple.

  • Second Saturdays

    11 AM to 1 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free bilingual art-making program for children and families inspired by SLOMA's current exhibitions.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Winter Wonderland

    12 PM · Forbes Hall, Arroyo Grande · $23.50–$28.50

    Come experience everything you love about the holiday season in Winter Wonderland, a new production from The Studio of Performing Arts! Filled with festive cheer, heartwarming moments, and holiday favorites, it’s a celebration the whole family will love!

  • Christmas in Cayucos Wonderland Walk

    3 PM to 6 PM · Downtown Cayucos, Cayucos · Price not listed

    Holiday walk through downtown Cayucos with late-open shops, Santa, carriage rides, crafts, snow play and refreshments.

Sunday, December 13

  • SLO County Trumpet Alliance: Holiday Brass Favorites

    2 PM · Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center, San Luis Obispo · Tickets on sale now; published price not visible in the source excerpt.

    Holiday brass concert by the SLO County Trumpet Alliance at the Cuesta College Performing Arts Center. Tickets include parking in Lot 2A.

  • Arroyo Grande Tree Lighting and Snow

    5 PM to 7 PM · Elm Street Park, Arroyo Grande · Free

    The city's free holiday night with tons of snow to play in and Santa lighting the tree at 6 PM. Some activities have small fees.

  • Cal Poly Jazz Combos Showcase

    6 PM · Spanos Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22

    Jazz combos performance of classic repertory and student compositions.

Monday, December 14

  • Hanukkah Downtown

    Time TBA · Old Mission of San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Community Hanukkah celebration at the Old Mission of San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.

  • Lucius - A History Worth Repeating

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $29.50 to $79.50

    Lucius performs A History Worth Repeating at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.

Thursday, December 17

  • Downtown SLO Farmers' Market

    6 PM to 9 PM · Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers market along five blocks of Higuera Street with more than 100 vendors, food, entertainment, and live music.

Friday, December 18

Saturday, December 19

  • Holiday Magic

    10 AM to 1 PM · Central Coast Zoo, Atascadero · Included with general admission. General admission: $15 adults, $13 Atascadero residents/seniors/military & families/students, $10 child, gr

    Holiday-themed zoo event where keepers prepare animal gifts and Santa visits the Central Coast Zoo.

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.

  • Blood Drive at Humdinger Brewing SLO

    12 PM to 4 PM · Humdinger Brewing SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Give blood at Humdinger Brewing's San Luis Obispo taproom on Saturday, December 19, from noon to 4 PM.

  • SLOMAC Presents: The Nutcracker, A San Luis Obispo Story!

    1 PM · CPAC Mainstage, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    SLOMAC presents The Nutcracker, A San Luis Obispo Story! at the CPAC Mainstage.

  • Christmas Trailer

    1:30 PM to 2:30 PM · Studios on the Park, Paso Robles · $25

    Beginner-friendly holiday-themed class in the Classroom Gallery with McRobbins Studios. The session is designed for kids and adults.

  • SLO Botanical Garden’s Nature Lights

    5 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Saturday at 5 p.m., the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden opens an evening walk through five acres of lighted pathways, with local live music on two stages. It’s an outdoor stroll, not a sit-and-stare show, so plan for a slow wander among the plants.

  • SLO Master Chorale: Holiday Festival & Sing-Along Messiah

    7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12.00 - $30.00

    Holiday concert featuring Handel's Messiah, holiday favorites, traditional carols, Los Angeles's Westwood Brass and organist Paul Woodring.

  • The English Beat

    8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $25 to $29.50

    Dave Wakeling's English Beat, founders of the British 2 Tone ska movement. All ages; doors at 7 PM.

Sunday, December 20

  • World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker

    12 PM · Forbes Hall, Arroyo Grande · $43.50–$101.25

    A Magical Holiday Adventure Awaits! Celebrate the season with The Nutcracker—a festive, family-friendly ballet full of holiday magic, whimsical characters, and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music to sweep you up in the moment. Featuring 40 international dancers, over 150 hand-crafted costumes, and enchanting sets, World Ballet Company’s beloved production is the perfect tradition to share with loved ones. Make this yea

  • SLOMAC Presents: The Nutcracker, A San Luis Obispo Story!

    1 PM · CPAC Mainstage, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    SLOMAC presents The Nutcracker, A San Luis Obispo Story! at the CPAC Mainstage.

Monday, December 21

Tuesday, December 22

Thursday, December 24

  • Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market

    6 PM · Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Weekly farmers’ market on five blocks of Higuera Street with live music, produce, barbecue, and food from more than 100 vendors.

Saturday, December 26

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Trained docents guide visitors through the museum's current exhibitions.

Saturday, January 2

  • Weekly Docent Tours

    11 AM to 12 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free

    Docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions. Check in at the front desk.

Tuesday, January 5

  • Big Fish Little Fish is back at the aquarium in January

    10 AM · Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach · Price not listed

    This aquarium program is listed for Tuesday, January 5 at 10 a.m. at the Central Coast Aquarium. The source has the latest schedule and participation details.

Friday, January 15

  • SLO REP Presents: Number the Stars

    7 PM · San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Come visit the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre and understand the true meaning of bravery through Annemaries’s experience. It’s 1943, and life in Copenhagen is shadowed by Nazi soldiers, food shortages, and fear. When young Annemarie Johansen and her sister, Kirstie, learn that the Jewish people of Denmark are being “relocated” to concentration camps, their best friend Ellen Rosen comes to stay — pretending to be o

Monday, January 18

  • Beetlejuice

    7:30 PM to 10 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $79 – $145

    He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to San Luis Obispo. It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUIC

Friday, January 22

  • Wild Kratts Live 2.0

    3:30 PM to 5 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    Wild Kratts® LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power®!, the theatrical production starring Martin and Chris Kratt, based on the Emmy-nominated hit PBS KIDS series, will bring audiences along on a “wild” ride with a dynamic mix of live-action and animation. In Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0, Chris and Martin take to the stage to activate new Creature Powers and go “off to the creature rescue!” With some help from the rest of the Wil

Thursday, January 28

  • Cambria Art & Wine Festival 2027

    4 PM · Venues across Cambria, Cambria · Price not listed

    The four-day celebration of culture and creativity returns to Cambria in 2027. Events kick off with a wine seminar the evening of Thursday, January 28. Then, it’s time for a whole weekend of food and drinks, art shopping, and wine tasting. Events will take place throughout the village, including artist demonstrations, hands-on opportunities, and raffle tickets available. Thursday, January 28: Wine Seminar at Hearst R

Tuesday, February 2

  • Big Fish Little Fish at the Central Coast Aquarium -Every Other Tuesday

    10 AM · Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach · Price not listed

    This Central Coast Aquarium listing lands Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 10 a.m. in Avila Beach. The calendar points to the aquarium for the latest schedule and participation details, so the rest is worth confirming before you go.

Saturday, February 20

  • San Luis Obispo County History Day

    11 AM to 5 PM · History Center, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed

    San Luis Obispo County History Day is a youth-centered educational program scheduled for February 20, 2027 at The History Center of San Luis Obispo County’s Carnegie Library Museum. The event will engage high school and college students from across the county in researching and interpreting the history of the American Revolution in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Participants will develop c

Sunday, February 21

  • Lightwire Theater – The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Generation

    2 PM to 3 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $29 – $45

    Led by Ian Carney and Corbin Popp, Lightwire Theater combines electroluminescent puppetry, movement, and music to create dazzling performances that tell stories without words. In The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen , the company begins with Aesop’s beloved fable before imagining what happens ten years later, when Tortoise and Hare are parents navigating a world filled with modern distractions.

Tuesday, March 2

  • Big Fish Little Fish is back at the Central Coast Aquarium

    10 AM · Central Coast Aquarium, Avila Beach · Price not listed

    The every-other-Tuesday listing is on the calendar for Tuesday, March 2 at 10 a.m. at Central Coast Aquarium in Avila Beach, with schedule and participation details still best checked at the source.

Tuesday, April 6