Events
From weekly Farmers' Markets, to year-round wine festivals and on-going entertainment, there is always something fun and exciting happening in San Luis Obispo County. The events below are just a few of the great events going on. If you click on the "Learn more" link, it will take you to that specific event's page that will describe how to get to and from the event without your car! You can also see “Getting here and around” for more on how to do it car-free!
Savor the Central Coast | California Mid-State Fair | National Train Day
Launch Party | Farmers' Markets | General Events | Wine Festivals
Art and Performance | Agriculture and Farm Tourism
Alternative Fuels Reception and Car Show
Dates: October 3
Location: Hearst Castle®, San Simeon
Visit the Hearst Castle® Visitors’ Center parking lot for a special alternative fuel car show. Then partake in live music, gourmet cuisine, and Central Coast wine and microbrew at this enchanted venue.
Savor the Central Coast
Dates: September 30 through October 3
Location: Santa Margarita Ranch
See Amtrak’s advertisement mentioning SLO Car Free on the Sunset Magazine website!
Mid-State Fair
Dates: July 20 through August 1
Location: Paso Robles
Get all of the shuttle and transportation information here!
National Train Day
SLO Car Free celebrates the 2010 National Train Day at Union Station in Los Angeles!
Thousands showed up at the Union Station to join in on the celebration. Attendees were able to see old model trains, various educational booths and of course, SLO Car Free! SLO Car Free, the SLO County Air Pollution Control District and the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce hosted a booth dedicated to showing people all of the pleasures San Luis Obispo has to offer.
SLO Car Free Launch Party!
On November 19, 2009, at the San Luis Obispo Regional Airport Hangar, SLO Car Free had a celebratory event allowing the public to get a behind-the-scenes look at an aircraft hangar that displayed the San Luis Obispo Car Free program, its members and the services they provide. Chairman of the APCD Board, Supervisor Katcho Achadjian, led the ribbon cutting ceremony. The launch party also featured live music provided by the band Impromptu, delicious cake and fun drawing prizes for those that were in attendance! Photography by Weston Neuschafer Photography. Visit our Facebook page to see all the pictures from the Launch Party!
San Luis Obispo County Farmers’ Markets
The Central Coast is a highly agricultural region. One of the best ways to help it retain its rural character is to keep local farmers in production. To remain economically viable, local growers need to have local markets for their food and fibers. By being able to identify which products are grown in the local area, consumers are given more freedom to support the local agricultural economy. To check out San Luis Obispo County’s bounty, see the Central Coast Ag Network’s webpage to see all market listing and local restaurants and grocery stores that showcase local produce!
General Event Calendars
- San Luis Obispo Tribune Top Weekly Events
Find music, dance and performing arts events in San Luis Obispo and around the County. - San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau Event Calendar
Find festivals, fairs, winery events and concerts happening on the Central Coast. - San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce Community Calendar
Find out what’s happening around town, including special events, activities and more. - Apple Farm Community Event Calendar
From the great outdoors to events downtown, the Apple Farm has a calendar of where you want to be.
Wine Festival and Event Calendars
- SLO Visitors & Conference Bureau Wine Events Calendar
Wine flows all year round in San Luis Obispo County. Find out what wine events are happening during your stay. - Wine Country.com SLO County Events Calendar
The Central Coast Wine County is just a click away. From events, to tours, to things to do, WineCounty.com has your trip covered. - SLO Vintners Association Events Calendar
Find out where the locals go for great wines. The SLO Vintners Association has all the information you need to get a taste of SLO on your vacation.
Art and Performance Calendars
- San Luis Obispo Interactive Performance Event Calendar and Google Map
This interactive map will show you where all the best perfomances are in town. - San Luis Obispo Art Center Festival and Movie Calendar
See what exhibits are on display and what art events are happening around town.
Agriculture and Farm Tourism
- Ag Adventures of the Central Coast Event Calendar
Ag Adventures of the Central Coast has information on agriculture tourism, farm stays and harvest festivals on the Central Coast. - Edible San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market Calendar
- Enjoy the small-town charm and produce of the Central Coast at one (or several) of the daily farmer’s markets throughout the county.