Events
There’s always something fun happening in San Luis Obispo – from weekly Farmers’ Markets, to year-round wine festivals and on-going entertainment. See “Getting here and around” for more on how to do it car-free!
San Luis Obispo International Film Festival

Come and experience the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival from March 12 through March 21, 2010. As a premier cultural and educational event on the Central Coast, the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival showcases film screenings in the Fremont Theater – the city’s classic Art Deco landmark; The Palm Theatre – well-known for great independent film; and a variety of other venues. The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival attracts local, national and international work, and has played host to many visiting filmmakers, extreme sport athletes and big screen celebrities. All of the theaters are easily accesible by biking, walking or taking the transit from the North Coast, South County or North County!
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.



