This weekend in SLO County
Everything happening across San Luis Obispo County this Friday through Sunday. Updated October 11.
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.
SLO County Open Studios Art Tour
10 AM to 4 PM · Countywide, San Luis Obispo County · Price not listed
Weekend 1 of the 28th annual SLO County Open Studios Art Tour starts Saturday, October 10 at 10 a.m. and sends visitors to local studios across the county to see how the work gets made.
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.
Love of Nature Exhibit
12 PM to 4 PM · Art Center Morro Bay, Morro Bay · Free
A free exhibit at Art Center Morro Bay featuring works by local artists inspired by the Central Coast’s ocean, bay, marshes, mountains, plants, and wildlife. Includes a separate artists’ reception on September 20.
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.
Oysters & Albariño
12 PM to 4:30 PM · Castoro Cellars, Templeton · Price not listed
Wine-and-food event centered on oysters and Albariño.
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.
Lazy Locals - Free Concert! - Rosewood and Honey
1 PM to 4 PM · Castoro Cellars, Templeton · Free
Free Lazy Locals concert featuring Rosewood and Honey.
Live Music at Parr Wines With The Gipsy All-Stars
1 PM to 3 PM · Parr Collective at Stolo Vineyards, Cambria · Free
Enjoy live music at Parr Wines. Food will also be available, and outside snacks are allowed, though outside alcohol is not. A purchase at the winery is required to attend shows at the vineyard. You may get your free ticket online , with a purchase at the winery required to attend the show.
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.
82 Deluxe
2 PM to 6 PM · Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar, Pismo Beach · Price not listed
Live performance by 82 Deluxe at Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar.
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.
Whiskey Scars at Mulligan’s Bar & Grill
2 PM to 4 PM · Mulligan’s Bar & Grill, Avila Beach · Free
Whiskey Scars (Country) plays a free set on the lawn at Mulligan’s Bar & Grill at the Avila Beach Golf Resort.
Melodies for Moonstoners With Highway Hippie
2 PM to 4 PM · Moonstone Cellars, Cambria · Price not listed
Moonstone Cellars hosts Melodies for Moonstoners on Sunday, October 11 at 2 p.m. with Highway Hippie and a glass-of-wine kind of setup; no cover charge is listed.
An Enemy of the People
2 PM to 4 PM · Studio Theatre at the Clark Center, Arroyo Grande · $17 general
The Clark Center presents Ibsen’s drama about public truth, civic pressure and the cost of speaking out.
Live Music at The Coastal Taproom With Jill Knight
3 PM to 5 PM · The Coastal Taproom, Cambria · Free
The vibrant atmosphere of The Coastal Taproom gets even better with live music. Come out and kick back on the patio for the evening while you take in the performance. Feel free to grab a beer or a bite to eat, and enjoy any of the board games or outdoor activities available as you chill to the tunes.
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.
Vineyard Jazz Concert / 18 Piece Jazz Band
3 PM to 6 PM · Dark Star Cellars & Seven Angels Cellars, Paso Robles · $17.85
An afternoon jazz concert with dancing, wine, and food, with proceeds benefiting Artistry in Motion Dance Studio. The Eventbrite listing shows a 3 PM to 6 PM program and doors at 1 PM.
Amaris Laurette at Branch Street Deli
4 PM to 7 PM · Branch Street Deli, Arroyo Grande · Free
Amaris Laurette supplies the live soundtrack for an easygoing evening in the Village of Arroyo Grande.
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.
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.
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.
DJ Sparx
7 PM to 11:30 PM · Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar, Pismo Beach · Price not listed
DJ Sparx set at Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar.
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!