Events in San Luis Obispo
Upcoming events in San Luis Obispo, checked every morning. Updated October 11.
Sunday, October 11
Jack House Guided Tour
1 PM to 4 PM · Historic Jack House, San Luis Obispo · Free
The Jack House Guided Tour is Sunday, Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. in San Luis Obispo. The tour includes a special display of Victorian mourning jewelry inside the preserved 19th-century home.
Gutenberg! The Musical!
2 PM · San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $28 – $51
Two would-be writers play every role in their ridiculous musical about Johann Gutenberg at a shoestring backers’ audition. Thursdays to Saturdays at 7 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 PM, through Nov 8.
Social Poker Sunday
2 PM · BA Start Arcade and Taproom, San Luis Obispo · Free
Social Poker Sunday starts at 2 p.m. at BA Start Arcade and Taproom on Higuera Street. It’s a free, no-buy-in hang for people who like their Sundays with cards and a little table chatter.
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!
Ancient Owl Trivia Night
5 PM to 7 PM · Ancient Owl, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Ancient Owl Trivia Night starts at 5 p.m. at 3197 Duncan Rd. Teams can expect a competitive round of questions, with prizes for the top finishers.
Central Coast Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth
6 PM · Filipponi Ranch Winery, San Luis Obispo · $6.50–$33 with fees
Final weekend of Shakespeare outdoors at the winery. Bring a folding chair and a picnic; wine is sold on site.
Central Coast Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth
6:30 PM to 9 PM · Filipponi Ranch Winery, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Macbeth , a tale of prophecy, murder and madness. Power comes at a price, and blood will have blood. It’s been 20 years (!) since the Festival produced Shakespeare’s darkest tragedy, where ambition and prophecy collide with devastating consequences. After a trio of witches foretell that he will be King, Macbeth begins his fatal descent in pursuit of the crown, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake.
Salsa Night
7 PM to 10 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · $5
Salsa Night returns Sunday from 7 to 10 p.m. at Libertine Brewing Company, with dinner and drinks starting at 6 and a mix of salsa, bachata, cumbia and more.
Sound Healing Serenity in Hammocks
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM · The Center SLO, San Luis Obispo · $23.18 to $44.52
Sound Healing Serenity in Hammocks is on the official calendar at The Center SLO. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
The Wallflowers
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $47 to $77
The Wallflowers perform at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required. I am dating myself, but this was one of my favorite bands back in high school. One Headlight, anyone?
Buffalo Pub and Grill Karaoke
9:30 PM · Buffalo Pub and Grill, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Join Buffalo Pub & Grill for weekly karaoke every Sunday night!
Monday, October 12
EXPLORE DAVINES COLOR - San Luis Obispo
10 AM to 2 PM · Bassett Salon Solutions - San Luis Obispo Store, San Luis Obispo · $28.52
EXPLORE DAVINES COLOR - San Luis Obispo is on the official calendar at Bassett Salon Solutions - San Luis Obispo Store. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Sound Bath by Morgan Jaleh Dehmohseni
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM · zen den, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Sound Bath by Morgan Jaleh Dehmohseni starts at 5:30 p.m. at zen den on Higuera Street. Expect crystal singing bowls, gongs and a quiet reset of the nervous system, if that’s the lane you’re in.
Woodstock’s Pizza Trivia Night
8 PM to 10 PM · Woodstock’s Pizza, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Woodstock’s Pizza Trivia Night starts at 8 p.m. at 1000 Higuera St. It’s the familiar combo of pizza, questions and a little friendly competition, which is hard to argue with on a Monday.
Buffalo Pub & Grill Metal Monday
9 PM · Buffalo Pub and Grill, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Buffalo Pub and Grill’s Metal Monday starts at 9 p.m. on Higuera Street. The promise is simple: all metal, all night, with drinks and no fluff.
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.
Sichuan Tuesday’s
4:30 PM to 8 PM · Piadina, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Sichuan Tuesday’s starts at 4:30 p.m. at Piadina with Chef Garrett Morris from Sichuan Kitchen SLO. The menu changes weekly, and you can show up without reservations or pre-orders.
The Cost of Staying Put
6 PM to 7 PM · 599 Higuera St suite a, San Luis Obispo · Free
The Cost of Staying Put is on the official calendar at 599 Higuera St suite a. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Black Sheep Bar & Grill Trivia Tuesday
6 PM to 8 PM · Black Sheep Bar & Grill, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Black Sheep Bar & Grill Trivia Tuesday starts at 6 p.m. on Chorro Street. It’s a laid-back patio trivia night with drinks and the usual reward for being the person who remembers odd facts.
Wednesday, October 14
Box Art Walking Tour
11 AM to 12 PM · Mission Plaza, SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Join a Box Art Walking Tour on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m., starting at Mission Plaza in San Luis Obispo. Public Art Coordinator Amanda Grieshop will walk the route and talk about the artists and the older and newer wraps.
Libertine Brewing Company Line Dancing
6 PM to 9 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · $10 for ages 18+; $5 for ages 21 and over
Weekly line-dancing night with lessons and social dancing at Libertine Brewing Company.
Ancient Owl Beer Garden and Bottle Shop Bingo Night
6 PM to 8 PM · Ancient Owl, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Ancient Owl’s Wednesday bingo starts at 6 p.m. Expect gift-card and merch prizes, plus the usual excuse to linger a little too long midweek.
Cal Poly Men's Soccer vs. Utah Valley
7 PM to 9 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Soccer vs. Utah Valley at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. AYSO Night.
Buffalo Pub & Grill Open Mic Night
7 PM to 10 PM · Buffalo Pub and Grill, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Buffalo Pub and Grill hosts open mic every Wednesday. Musicians, comedians, poets and other performers can take the mic while the room keeps moving with food and happy hour.
Drag Queen Trivia Night
7:30 PM · Benny’s Pizza Palace and Social Club, San Luis Obispo · Free
Benny's Pizza Palace and Social Club hosts Drag Queen Trivia every other Wednesday. It's free to play, with prizes, drinks and bites on the side.
Jazz Night at Sidecar
7:30 PM · Sidecar, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Sidecar’s downstairs jazz night starts Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. A rotating trio blends classic, modern and original jazz with Latin, R&B, funk and hip-hop influences.
Thursday, October 15
Planned Giving for Every Fundraiser: Moving from Awareness to Action
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM · Family Care Network, San Luis Obispo · From $60
Half-day AFP San Luis Obispo County Chapter program on planned giving for fundraisers. Check-in begins at 8 AM and the program runs from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
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.
Live Music By Jonathan Millsap
6 PM to 9 PM · Hotel SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Jon Millsap plays Hotel SLO on Thursday at 6 p.m. His self-taught guitar work leans into a calm, reflective mood, the sort of set that gives dinner an easier pace.
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.
Live Music
6 PM to 9:45 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
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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))
Gather for Good: San Luis Obispo | Dinner Benefits for DreamCatchers
7 PM to 10 PM · Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica, San Luis Obispo · $12.16 to $22.53
Gather for Good: San Luis Obispo | Dinner Benefits for DreamCatchers is on the official calendar at Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Kreuzberg Scantron Trivia
7:30 PM · Kreuzberg California, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Scantron Trivia is back at Kreuzberg California on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Bring your best guess-work and a little patience for the coffee-shop format.
Buffalo Pub & Grill Late Night DJ/ College Night
9 PM · Buffalo Pub and Grill, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
College Night and a late-night DJ take over Buffalo Pub & Grill on Thursday at 9 p.m. It’s a straightforward after-hours hang with music, drinks and a younger crowd.
Friday, October 16
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.
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.
Member's Happy Hour - October
5 PM to 7 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · Free
Members and their guests can attend an evening gathering featuring Birds of the Central Coast and a preview of the Morro Bay Bird Festival.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. California Baptist
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Tickets required; general admission $11-$14, reserved seating $17, courtside $40
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. California Baptist at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Student Show - Only $5!
6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · $5
Improv show featuring Session 3 Central Coast Comedy Theater students.
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.
Hot Flash Heat Wave
8 PM to 11 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Hot Flash Heat Wave live at Libertine with support from Set In Stone TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE This is an 18+ Show
Bolo
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $30
Bolo performs a DJ set at Fremont Theater. 18+ only.
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.
City to the Sea Shakeout Run at Running Warehouse
8 AM to 9:30 AM · Running Warehouse, San Luis Obispo · Free
City to the Sea Shakeout Run at Running Warehouse is on the official calendar at Running Warehouse. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
Third Saturday Music Series at Wolff Vineyards
1 PM to 4 PM · Wolff Vineyards, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Join Wolff Vineyards for the season finale of their monthy afternoon and music series. Gather with friends, enjoy estate-grown wines, and celebrate the fall season in the beautiful Edna Valley. For more information, please visit the link above!
Sylvia Sykes and Jeremy Otth's Fall 2026 Swing Dance Workshop
1 PM to 11 PM · Chumash Auditorium, San Luis Obispo · From $20
Daylong swing dance workshop with lessons in the afternoon and social dancing in the evening. The listed schedule runs from 1 PM to 11 PM.
Approach With Confidence
1 PM to 3 PM · Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo · $86.14 to $107.48
Approach With Confidence is on the official calendar at Mission Plaza. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
OperaSLO: The Mikado
2 PM to 5 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $34 – $92
OperaSLO presents The Mikado on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. at Harold Miossi Hall in San Luis Obispo. The Gilbert and Sullivan operetta comes with the kind of comic spectacle and melody you’d expect from a grand-scale production.
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.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. UC Riverside
4 PM to 6 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. UC Riverside at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
San Luis Obispo Halloween Singles Mixer 2026
6 PM to 8 PM · Central Coast Brewing, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed; ticket required
Halloween-themed singles mixer in San Luis Obispo with costumes, conversation, games, and local singles. The listing says the event runs from 7 PM to 9 PM.
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 Men's Soccer vs. Oregon State
7 PM to 9 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Soccer vs. Oregon State at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Green Out. Cancer Awareness Night.
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.
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.
Breath and Beatz Boutique @ Eclectic Entertainment Dance Studio
2 PM to 6 PM · Eclectic Entertainment Dance Studio, San Luis Obispo · Sliding scale donations $10-$30; free if needed
A community boutique event with dance, breathwork, cacao, local vendors and a freestyle flow session.
Jazz Vespers: The Jazz Alley Review
4 PM to 5:30 PM · First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Free
The Jazz Vespers concert series returns to the historic sanctuary at First Presbyterian Church with The Jazz Alley Review, a Central Coast jazz septet that plays everything from traditional jazz and hard bop to contemporary jazz-rock. Free and open to everyone; donations help keep the series going.
Sound Healing Serenity in Hammocks
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM · The Center SLO, San Luis Obispo · $23.18 to $44.52
Sound Healing Serenity in Hammocks is on the official calendar at The Center SLO. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Shakey Graves
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $36
All-ages concert by Shakey Graves with support from Wild Pink.
Tuesday, October 20
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
Legal Landmines From Going Rogue: Fiduciary Duties with Ashley Klein
11 AM to 2 PM · Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo · $35 to $45
Legal Landmines From Going Rogue: Fiduciary Duties with Ashley Klein is on the official calendar at Madonna Inn. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Gather For Good - A Central Coast Community Benefit
5 PM to 7 PM · Flying Caballos Ranch, San Luis Obispo · $30 to $40
A fundraiser and community gathering supporting Mike Carollo and his family after a house fire.
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Cal State San Marcos (exhib.)
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Cal State San Marcos (exhib.) at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Rooted in Art Lecture Series - Linnea Valdivia
6 PM to 7:30 PM · SLO Library Community Room, San Luis Obispo · Free
Linnea Valdivia discusses “Unruly Bodies: Monstrosity, Race and Gender in Pop Culture,” with video screenings, guided discussion, and an interactive exercise.
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. UC Santa Barbara
6 PM to 8 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. UC Santa Barbara at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Cancer Awareness Night. Blue-Green Rivalry.
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
Forging to the Future: USACE Los Angeles Industry Day
9 AM to 5 PM · Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Free
The official calendar lists Forging to the Future: USACE Los Angeles Industry Day at the Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo on Thursday, October 22. Beyond that, the schedule and participation details live at the source.
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.
Senior Fraud and Scam Prevention
1 PM to 2:30 PM · SLO Library Community Room at San Luis Obispo Library, San Luis Obispo · Free
With the holidays coming, a crime prevention specialist from the SLO County Sheriff's Office explains how to spot and avoid common holiday scams and fraud, protect your personal information, and what to do if you think you've been targeted. Free, in the library's TLC Learning Lab.
Modest Mouse at Avila Beach Golf Resort
4 PM · Avila Beach Golf Resort, San Luis Obispo · $81 – $269
Modest Mouse is on the calendar for Thursday, October 22 at 4 p.m. at Avila Beach Golf Resort. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
Improv Extravaganza
6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Improvised comedy show featuring SLO teams at The Bunker SLO.
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.
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.
Madeon
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · From $22.50
Concert by Madeon at Fremont Theater with MGNA CRRRTA. Tickets are required; doors open at 7:00 PM and showtime is 8:00 PM.
Friday, October 23
Spooky Boozy Bookfair
Time TBA · Two Broads Ciderworks, San Luis Obispo · Free
Browse spooky and autumn books, play games, and enjoy cider at this free book fair hosted by The Cove Books.
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Westmont
11 AM to 1 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Westmont at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus. Exhibition.
Habitability Horror Stories
6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Free
A story-slam style event presented with the SLO Tenants Union about housing problems and renter experiences.
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.
Cal Poly Fall Jazz Concert: The Art of Jazz
7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22
Cal Poly Music Department jazz concert featuring student ensembles and works by major jazz composers and bandleaders.
Halloween Show w/ Chudson, Radiation Invasion, Joone & Tuff Kitty
7:30 PM to 11 PM · The Bus Stop, San Luis Obispo · $10 presale; $15 at the door ($10 in costume)
Halloween Show w/ Chudson, Radiation Invasion, Joone & Tuff Kitty is on the official calendar at 1009 Monterey St. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
8 PM to 10 PM · Spanos Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $20.00–$28.00
Stage production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Spanos Theatre.
Saturday, October 24
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).
Mumtober
11 AM to 2 PM · Dallidet Adobe & Gardens, San Luis Obispo · $60.
Mumtober at the Dallidet Adobe! Join the History Center of SLO County for Mumtober! A chrysanthemum harvest and celebration of the bounty of the Dallidet Gardens. Join us to enjoy five flavors of soup made with produce from the gardens, lots of flowers, local wine and beer, and a day in the sun celebrating autumn.
Weekly Docent Tours
11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free
Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.
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.
Every Stone Has a Story - Virtual Cemetery Tour
2 PM · SLO Library Community Room at San Luis Obispo Library, San Luis Obispo · Free
Join us at SLO Library for a virtual tour of the Old Mission Cemetery, narrated by historian Dan Krieger.* Presented in partnership with…
Cal Poly Football vs. Utah Tech
2 PM to 5 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Tickets from $13+
Cal Poly Football vs. Utah Tech at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Honored Alum Game.
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.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. UC Santa Barbara
7 PM to 9 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. UC Santa Barbara at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Reggie Watts
7:30 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $41 – $75
Comedy and music performance by Reggie Watts.
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
Nature Sunday: Life in Extreme Environments
10 AM to 12 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · Free
Talk and workshop on life in extreme environments.
That's So Drag Brunch: Rhythm and Boos
10 AM to 2 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
That’s So Drag Brunch presents: RHYTHM AND BOOS! TICKETS HERE Come join us for a Halloween themed edition of That's So Drag Brunch. Costumes encouraged, fun guaranteed. Hosts Nala Diamond and Juicy C.W. will bring the energy along with performances from Shekinah Manly, Cleo Van Scarlett, and Aria Cummingtonite. Doors open at 10am. Show starts at 11am. Full bar and food menu available throughout the show. This brunch
Artist Talk
10 AM to 4 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Join us for a conversation with artist Jennifer Randall and hear about her process and the work featured in our October show, Mild, Mild West.
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.
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. UC Irvine
1 PM to 3 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. UC Irvine at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Pups at the Pitch. Sunday Funday.
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.
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.
LO Central Coast | Climbing at the Pad
5:30 PM to 7 PM · The Pad Climbing San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Free
LO Central Coast | Climbing at the Pad is on the official calendar at The Pad Climbing San Luis Obispo. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
R+COLOR | Meet Your Next Color Obsession with Trina Maggio Mor
10 AM to 1 PM · 3680 Broad St ste 102, San Luis Obispo · Free
R+COLOR | Meet Your Next Color Obsession with Trina Maggio Mor is on the official calendar at 3680 Broad St ste 102. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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
Joyfully Rooted Wellness Retreat
8 AM to 12 PM · Higuera Ranch, San Luis Obispo · Sliding scale $35-$75
Morning micro-retreat with check-in, coffee, hiking, yoga, strength work, stretching and a poolside bite.
SLO Comedy Underground
6:30 PM · SLO Public Market Event Center, San Luis Obispo · $7 presale, $10 at the door
Stand-up comedy show at the market event space, headlined by Hormoz Rashidi. Presale tickets are $7 and admission at the door is $10.
CelloGayageum
7:30 PM · Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre, San Luis Obispo · $55
Concert by CelloGayageum, the duo of cellist Sol Daniel Kim and gayageum player Dayoung Yoon.
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
Real Estate Day 2026
12 PM to 5 PM · Chumash Auditorium, San Luis Obispo · $20-100
Symposium on real estate, data centers, and technology assets, including demand growth, infrastructure needs, site-selection tradeoffs, and how real data center deals are financed. Registration is required.
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.
Cal Poly Women's Basketball Kick-Off Event
5 PM to 7:30 PM · Milestone Tavern, San Luis Obispo · Free
Milestone Tavern in San Luis Obispo is hosting a Cal Poly Women’s Basketball Kick-Off Event on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The calendar doesn’t include the program details, so this one needs a quick source check.
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.
Live Comedy Night! Steven Farmer in San Luis Obispo
8 PM to 9:30 PM · Humdinger Brewing SLO, San Luis Obispo · $23.18 to $33.85
Stand-up comedy night at Humdinger Brewing with Steven Farmer headlining.
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
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Cal State Monterey Bay (exhib.)
11 AM to 1 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Cal State Monterey Bay (exhib.) at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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.
Vocal Faculty Recital
7:30 PM · Davidson Music Center (Building 45), San Luis Obispo · $5 – $10
Cal Poly vocal faculty present an evening of art song, opera and familiar favorites.
Cal Poly'z Biggest 18+ Halloween Party
8 PM to 12 AM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $20
A costume party with EDM, remixes, party anthems and throwbacks. 18 and over with physical ID; doors at 7 PM. Ticket prices rise as tiers sell out.
Friday, October 30
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
6 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $22 to $37
18-plus early screening or show of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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.
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. Sacramento State
1 PM to 3 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Soccer vs. Sacramento State at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Fan Appreciation Day. Halloween.
Cal Poly Men's Soccer vs. UC Riverside
7 PM to 9 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Soccer vs. UC Riverside at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Senior Night.
It's A 2000's (Halloween) Party: San Luis Obispo
9 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $20
18-plus Halloween party at the Fremont Theater.
Sunday, November 1
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
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. UC Merced
5 PM to 7 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. UC Merced at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Cal State San Marcos
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Cal State San Marcos at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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.
Wednesday, November 4
TUSK: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $27 to $52
Tribute concert by TUSK: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Thursday, November 5
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Whittier College
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Whittier College at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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.
The Patriot
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM · Trinity Church, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Fall screening in the Cinema for Cynics and Saints series, followed by a panel discussion.
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.
Sob X Rbe
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $35
SOB X RBE performs at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Friday, November 6
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
First Fridays
5 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free
Monthly evening museum program with exhibition-related activities, music, wines from regional winery partners, and free admission.
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.
Brass Mash at CCB Higuera
6 PM to 10 PM · Central Coast Brewing – Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22
Brass Mash hits Central Coast Brewing on Friday, November 6 at 6 p.m. with a horn-heavy set of songs you already know, plus the sort of energy that turns a brewery into a dance floor.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Long Beach State
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Long Beach State at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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.
Kill Tony Golden Ticket Winner Jack Shaw
8 PM to 10 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Live Stand Up Comedy Kill Tony Golden Ticket Winner Jack Shaw Friday November 6th, 2026 8pm 21+
Saturday, November 7
Community Tours I City Farm SLO
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM · City Farm SLO, San Luis Obispo · $20
City Farm SLO’s community tour starts Saturday, Oct. 3 at 9:30 a.m. at 1221 Calle Joaquin in San Luis Obispo. Expect a look at regenerative farming, sheep and chickens, plus a taste tour and some hands-on time.
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.
Cal Poly Football vs. No. 13 Northern Arizona
2 PM to 5 PM · Mustang Memorial Field, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Football vs. No. 13 Northern Arizona at Mustang Memorial Field on the Cal Poly campus. Senior Day.
Ultimate Funny Competition
6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Short-form improv competition at The Bunker SLO.
Pink Caftans on Parade 2026
6 PM to 10 PM · Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo · Price not stated in the search snippet
A members-only Tiki Oasis dinner celebration at the Madonna Inn featuring dinner, music, photo opportunities and a private bar.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Cal State Fullerton
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Cal State Fullerton at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
International Guitar Sensation Alexandr Misko in SLO with Special Guest Forest Bailey
7 PM to 4 AM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · $25
Saturday November 7th, 2026 7pm TICKETS HERE Alex Misko is a modern fingerstyle guitar prodigy who mesmerizes audiences worldwide. From viral videos with over 80 million views to performing at Carnegie Hall and collaborating with Hans Zimmer, his music captivates fans online and at live shows around the globe. Still in his 20s, Misko has gained international recognition with seven albums, a YouTube channel exceeding
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.
Jordan Jensen
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $29 to $50
Comedy show by Jordan Jensen. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the event starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Sunday, November 8
Fall Fused Glass Class!
10 AM to 12:30 PM · San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo · $65.00
Beginner-friendly fused-glass workshop to create a garden panel with a provided metal stand.
Pinhead Gunpowder
7:30 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $29.50
Pinhead Gunpowder performs at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:30 PM. Tickets are required.
Monday, November 9
DAVINES DISCOVER A NEW COLOUR - San Luis Obispo
10 AM to 1 PM · Bassett Salon Solutions - San Luis Obispo Store, San Luis Obispo · Ticket cost can be applied to a $50 Davines purchase the day of the class, less Eventbrite fees
A salon education workshop covering Davines color features, benefits, usage and performance.
Tuesday, November 10
Must! Charities: The Pitch
5 PM · Harold Miossi Hall, San Luis Obispo · $50.00
Live nonprofit pitch event with a wine reception and passed appetizers.
Wednesday, November 11
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Seattle
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. Seattle at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Central Coast Study Club: Stain and Glaze Hands On Workshop SLO
6 PM to 8:30 PM · Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo · Tickets required; price not shown in source snippet
A hands-on workshop focused on staining and glazing for dental professionals.
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.
The California Honeydrops
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $39.50
The California Honeydrops perform at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Thursday, November 12
National Philanthropy Day 2026
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM · La Lomita Ranch, San Luis Obispo · $50
A countywide fundraising and recognition luncheon for the local nonprofit community. Eventbrite says pre-registration is required.
Jazz Night
6 PM to 8 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Live with Tracy Morgan & Friends Join us monthly for Jazz Night at The Bunker SLO! Each month Tracy Morgan & Friends will play live on second Thursdays from 6-8pm. The Undergrounds cafe will be serving our bites and beverages made in-house with locally sourced ingredients.
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.
Sally Loo’s Trivia Night
6:30 PM to 10 PM · Sally Loo’s, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Trivia starts Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Sally Loo’s in San Luis Obispo. Teams of up to four can play, and burgers, beer, wine and milkshakes are on hand while you work through the questions.
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.
Psycho Beach Party
7:30 PM to 9 PM · San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · General $20; Student w/ID $10; Senior(65+), Military, Teacher $15; VIP opening night reception $35. Tickets required. ([cuesta.universitytic
Cuesta Drama stages Charles Busch's "Psycho Beach Party" in the CPAC Experimental Theater. The ticket page shows the run begins Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM. ([cuesta.universitytickets.com](https://cuesta.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1719&utm_source=openai))
Friday, November 13
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Utah Valley
5 PM to 7 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Utah Valley at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Friday Night Improv Smash
6 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo Public Market, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Spontaneous improv comedy performance by Central Coast Comedy Theater at San Luis Obispo Public Market.
Karaoke
7 PM to 10 PM · The Bunker SLO, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
With DJ Jon The Bunker SLO is so stoked to host Karaoke with DJ Jon every 2nd Friday at 7PM! Tell your friends, plan that song, and wear something that makes you feel amazing! Or, just come and watch the show! See you there!
New Times Music Awards Showcase
7 PM · SLO Brew Rock, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
The annual showcase lands at SLO Brew Rock on Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m., with Central Coast musicians across rock, country, hip-hop, R&B, blues and more.
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.
PSYCHO BEACH PARTY, by Cuesta Drama
7:30 PM · CPAC Experimental Theater, San Luis Obispo · $10 – $20
Cuesta Drama presents Psycho Beach Party in the CPAC Experimental Theater.
Evan Honer - It's An Even Longer Road Tour
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · From $27
Evan Honer performs on the It's An Even Longer Road Tour. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Saturday, November 14
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.
Psycho Beach Party, by Cuesta Drama
2 PM · Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Experimental Theater, San Luis Obispo · General $20.00; Student w/ID $10.00; Senior(65+), Military, Teacher $15.00
Cuesta Drama performance in the CPAC Experimental Theater at 2:00pm. The ticket page lists general, student, and discounted ticket prices and says the production runs November 12 through 22.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Sacramento State
4 PM to 6 PM · Mott Athletics Center, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly women's volleyball hosts Sacramento State in a Big West match at Mott Athletics Center.
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.
5th Annual Autumn Soirée: The SLO Way
6 PM to 9 PM · Hotel San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · Tickets required; price not shown in source snippet
A benefit evening featuring Central Coast wineries, food purveyors, a light installation, and a magician-mentalism performance.
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.
Oh He Dead
7 PM to 10 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
JT Presents: Oh He Dead TICKETS HERE Saturday November 14th Doors 7pm | Show 8pm 21+ | Valid ID Required
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.
Bingo Loco
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $33
Bingo Loco is scheduled at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.
Sunday, November 15
Acupuncture & Sound Bath
2:30 PM to 3:45 PM · 672 Higuera St suite 100, San Luis Obispo · $59
Acupuncture & Sound Bath is on the official calendar at 672 Higuera St suite 100. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
Las Migas
7:30 PM to 9 PM · Harold Miossi Hall – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo · $55
Concert by the Spanish flamenco quartet Las Migas at Spanos Theatre.
Soft Cell
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $44.50
Soft Cell performs at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
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.
The Psychedelic Furs
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $44.50 to $79.50
The Psychedelic Furs perform at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Wednesday, November 18
Rooted in Art Lecture Series: Caleb Nichols
6 PM to 7:30 PM · SLO Library Community Room, San Luis Obispo · Free
The lecture series returns Wednesday, November 18 at 6 p.m. for an evening centered on art, community and the work of Caleb Nichols in the library community room.
Thursday, November 19
The Frass Institute Global Convening 2026 | In Person
1 PM to 11:30 AM · Cal Poly Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, San Luis Obispo · $55.20
The Frass Institute Global Convening 2026 is listed for Thursday at the Cal Poly Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship on Chorro Street. The calendar entry points readers to the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Northern Arizona
4 PM to 6 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Men's Basketball vs. Northern Arizona at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Punchis Punchis: Banda Rave Experience
9 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $25
Punchis Punchis: Banda Rave Experience at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 8:00 PM and the show starts at 9:00 PM. Tickets are required.
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.
Tuesday, November 24
The Residents – Eskimo Live
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $24.50 to $54.50
THE RESIDENTS perform Eskimo Live at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Wednesday, November 25
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Big West Women's Volleyball Championship
Time TBA · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Big West Women's Volleyball Championship at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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 Dinner
2:30 PM to 4 PM · Apple Farm Restaurant, San Luis Obispo · Free
Thanksgiving Dinner is on the official calendar at Apple Farm Restaurant. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
Saturday, November 28
Weekly Docent Tours
11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free
Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.
Becky Robinson's Holiday Spectacular
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $37.50 to $100
Holiday comedy show by Becky Robinson. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the event starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Tuesday, December 1
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
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. CSUN
6 PM to 8 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. CSUN at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
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.
Hacksaw Ridge
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM · Trinity Church, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Fall screening in the Cinema for Cynics and Saints series, followed by a panel discussion.
Save Ferris "Happy Skalidays Tour"
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $24.50 to $29.50
Save Ferris performs the Happy Skalidays Tour at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Afroman Live at Libertine!
8 PM to 11:30 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
LIBERTINE PRESENTS AFROMAN TICKETS HERE LIVE AT LIBERTINE THIS SHOW IS 21+ DOORS 8PM Get ready for an unforgettable night as hip hop legend Afroman takes the stage live at Libertine in downtown San Luis Obispo on December 3rd, 2026. Sing along to iconic hit anthems like Because I Got High and Colt 45 during this high energy, intimate performance. Grab your friends and get ready for a one of a kind show right in the h
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.
First Fridays
5 PM to 8 PM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free
Monthly art event with local wines, a live DJ, community collaborations, and artful conversations.
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.
Brass Mash at the Libertine
7 PM to 11 PM · Libertine Brewing Company, San Luis Obispo · $12 – $22
The brass band returns Friday, December 4 at 7 p.m. for another horn-forward set of songs you know, this time at Libertine Brewing Company.
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.
Randall King
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $25
Randall King performs at Fremont Theater. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Saturday, December 5
Weekly Docent Tours
11 AM · San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo · Free
Free docent-led tour of SLOMA’s current exhibitions.
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. UC Santa Barbara
2 PM to 4 PM · Mott Athletics Center, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo · Price not listed
Cal Poly Women's Basketball vs. UC Santa Barbara at Mott Athletics Center on the Cal Poly campus.
Central Coast ICC Installation Dinner
6 PM to 9 PM · 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo · $92.55
Central Coast ICC Installation Dinner is on the official calendar at 100 Madonna Rd. Open the source for the latest schedule and participation details.
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.
An Evening With Squirrel Nut Zippers
8 PM · Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo · $20 to $70
An Evening With Squirrel Nut Zippers, Christmas Caravan 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are required.
Sunday, December 6
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.