Join the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market on Thursday, August 7, 2025, for a block party celebration of the nationally recognized market and the farmers and growers who make it all possible. At the intersection of Chorro and Higuera Streets, community members will be able to engage with booths from local partners, participate in an interactive “Letters to Vendors” activity, listen to a live DJ set and more.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Times: 6-9 p.m. (during the Farmers’ Market)
Location: Intersection of Chorro & Higuera Street, Downtown San Luis Obispo
Activations
Local organizations will be boothing at the event, including the SLO Food Bank, the San Luis Obispo County Department of Social Services and more. Live music will be provided by local DJ “Just Ge.rge”.
An interactive letter-writing activity, “Letters to Vendors,” will be available for all to participate in. Community members can write notes of appreciation to the Market’s participating farm stands and vendors, then drop them in their respective envelopes. The Farmers’ Market team will distribute the letters to the vendors the following week.
Shoppers can also be the first to purchase brand-new Farmers’ Market merchandise, including tote bags, hats, T-shirts, magnets, postcards and more! Customers who purchase a tote, hat, or T-shirt receive a free postcard.
Community members are additionally invited to enter a giveaway of tasty Farmers’ Market goodies, merchandise, and more via Instagram. The giveaway will kick off today, Monday, August 4, 2025, on the @downtownslofarmersmarket Instagram account, and a winner will be announced the following Monday. Those interested in entering can find more details on the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market Instagram page.
This event will coincide with the regularly scheduled Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market from 6-9 p.m. on Higuera Street.