Join us at the Cultural Heritage Committee meeting at City Hall on Monday, September 29, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. to share your thoughts on SLO’s historical properties and how they should be preserved. Whether you own a historic property, live in a historic neighborhood, or care how our city’s past is honored, your input matters. San Luis Obispo has a rich history with layers of...

Does walking make you hungry? Stop by one of our Pop-up Cafes. They will be in a new place each Wednesday of the month. Come by for a coffee and a treat! Walkers and Bikers welcome!

Join our exclusive 2025 workshop series designed to equip business owners, HR professionals, and managers with essential knowledge to stay compliant, build stronger teams, and create a thriving workplace culture. Each month, industry experts from BBSI will provide practical insights on critical topics, including employment law updates, effective hiring practices, safety compliance, and conflict resolution.   Workplace Culture Workshop: Conflict Resolution is important in the...

Jake Shimabukuro rose to fame in the early 2000s with his groundbreaking ukulele playing, blending genres and pushing the instrument’s limits. Taught by his mother at age four, he became a local star and gained recognition after his viral cover of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” He has released over a dozen albums, performed at top venues, collaborated with the world’s best artists, and was...

Art After Dark is a self-guided art walk on the First Friday of each month that allows the community to experience visual, literary, and performing art in SLO County in galleries, non-profit organizations, and other businesses. This event is free and open to all, encouraging people to explore the creativity originating on the Central Coast. Visit slocountyarts.org/art-after-dark to view the list of venues where you...

Let's kick off October with DJ Night in Downtown SLO! We'll have DJ MACKE in the house spinning groovy tunes to get our weekend started! Enjoy... Featured Flight of 4 Wines from Linne Calodo Winery 50+ SLO County Wines available by the taste, glass or bottle Local Beer & Cider Curated cheeseboards by Wren Piadina Restaurant Menu for shared bites and dinner Grab your friends...

JOIN US AT THE FARM ON THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH! ​ We offer a public tour of our regenerative farm on the first Saturday of the month. Our Community Farm Tours operate on a pay-what-you-can basis with a suggested donation of $20 per person. ​ The Experience: Learn about our regenerative agriculture practices, visit our sheep and chickens, go on a taste tour,...

Come out to the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum October 4th and 5th for the 2025 Railroad Festival! Come join in the number of activities and exhibits happening including Schnittker Photography magic lattern show, Railroad China display, "Pacific Coast Railway (PCRy) photo history from SLO to Arroyo Grande", and more. For more information, or to see the complete schedule, see the San Luis Obispo Railroad...

Come out to the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum October 4th and 5th for the 2025 Railroad Festival! Come join in the number of activities and exhibits happening including Schnittker Photography magic lattern show, Railroad China display, “Pacific Coast Railway (PCRy) photo history from SLO to Arroyo Grande”, and more. For more information, or to see the complete schedule, see the San Luis Obispo Railroad...

Experience an unforgettable afternoon with the SLO Symphony as acclaimed pianist Salome Jordania performs Tchaikovsky’s grand Symphony No. 5 in E minor.

Central Coast Cooking Show celebrates the cooking industy as hospitality leaders showcase and share all aspects of the hospitality world. Watch local professional chefs battle in a mac and cheese competition along with wine pairings from local wineries and delectable desserts! Please visit the link below to purchase your tickets!

 Feel the soul-stirring sounds of The Marshall Tucker Band (MTB), a Southern Rock institution that’s been captivating audiences since 1972. The Marshall Tucker Band came together as a young, hungry, and quite driven six-piece outfit in Spartanburg, South Carolina in 1972, having duly baptized themselves with the name of a blind piano tuner after they found it inscribed on a key to their original rehearsal...

Get your walking shoes ready! With the start of the school year also comes Walk to School Day! SLO County schools will take part in a number of fun activities to celebrate the kids walking, biking and rolling into school that day. Stay tuned for details!

Does walking make you hungry? Stop by one of our Pop-up Cafes. They will be in a new place each Wednesday of the month. Come by for a coffee and a treat! Walkers and Bikers welcome!

The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) invite all residents to attend a community workshop to learn more about the Local Roads First transportation initiative, a measure that could be placed on the November 2026 ballot in SLO County. Six workshops will be held throughout SLO County, with two occurring in San Luis Obispo city and one occurring online. These special events will give residents...

Come out to see the Good Bibes Cali Tour playing live at the Avila Beach Resort October 9th and 10th! Rebelution: GOOD VIBES CALI TOUR 2025 returns to Avila Beach Resort for TWO nights on October 9 & 10, 2025 along with special guests Pepper, The Elovaters, Aurorawave & DJ Mackle. Get Tickets for one night, or roll out for both nights! The choice is...

Come out to the CPAC Experimentl theater between October 9th and Octoer 19th to see Cuesta drama stage: James and the Giant Peach! A little magic can take you a long way... After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun until James accidentally drops some...

“Lucía’s voice is enriched by the confluence of jazz and sophisticated rhythms from Mexico’s Gulf Coast”  – San Jose Jazz A rising star in jazz, Lucía captivated audiences when she won the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition  in 2022 with her unique fusion of jazz and Latin influences. Her debut album, released in May 2025, showcases her stunning voice and versatile style, blending soulful...

Our Holiday Boutique is held at the Elks Lodge in San Luis Obispo, is a three-day event, Friday through Sunday. Our boutique offers many items for sale which include Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, plus home and garden decor, jewelry, baked goods and other food stuffs, clothing accessories, greeting cards, and many unique gift items all handcrafted! Please come by and take a look, you won't...

Come out to see the Good Bibes Cali Tour playing live at the Avila Beach Resort October 9th and 10th! Rebelution: GOOD VIBES CALI TOUR 2025 returns to Avila Beach Resort for TWO nights on October 9 & 10, 2025 along with special guests Pepper, The Elovaters, Aurorawave & DJ Mackle. Get Tickets for one night, or roll out for both nights! The choice is...

Come out to the Sverson Theatre select days between October 9th and 26th to see the Pacific Conservatory Theatre perform: Every Brilliant Thing! Heartache, resilience, and the joys that make life worth living. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. The color yellow. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. That’s how you start the list of every brilliant thing that...

Grab your board and wetsuit and meet us at the beach for a surf! Operation Surf's Monthly Surf Day is open to all—whether you're catching waves or just coming to hang out, everyone is welcome. Look for the Operation Surf tent at Pismo on the north side of the pier! (location here). We’ll see you in the lineup! Join our mission to support veterans, service...

Our Holiday Boutique is held at the Elks Lodge in San Luis Obispo, is a three-day event, Friday through Sunday. Our boutique offers many items for sale which include Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, plus home and garden decor, jewelry, baked goods and other food stuffs, clothing accessories, greeting cards, and many unique gift items all handcrafted! Please come by and take a look, you won't...

The San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, a program of SLO County Arts Council, takes place each year over two weekends in October, National Arts and Humanities Month. Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes. Visitors create their own self-guided tours using the catalog of participating artists. Catalogs are located at...

Our Holiday Boutique is held at the Elks Lodge in San Luis Obispo, is a three-day event, Friday through Sunday. Our boutique offers many items for sale which include Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, plus home and garden decor, jewelry, baked goods and other food stuffs, clothing accessories, greeting cards, and many unique gift items all handcrafted! Please come by and take a look, you won’t...

The San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, a program of SLO County Arts Council, takes place each year over two weekends in October, National Arts and Humanities Month. Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes. Visitors create their own self-guided tours using the catalog of participating artists. Catalogs are located at...

Come out to the Sverson Theatre select days between October 9th and 26th to see the Pacific Conservatory Theatre perform: Every Brilliant Thing! Heartache, resilience, and the joys that make life worth living. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. The color yellow. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. That’s how you start the list of every brilliant thing that...

Does walking make you hungry? Stop by one of our Pop-up Cafes. They will be in a new place each Wednesday of the month. Come by for a coffee and a treat! Walkers and Bikers welcome!

The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) invite all residents to attend a community workshop to learn more about the Local Roads First transportation initiative, a measure that could be placed on the November 2026 ballot in SLO County. Six workshops will be held throughout SLO County, with two occurring in San Luis Obispo city and one occurring online. These special events will give residents...

The Music Department will host Alba Franco Cancél for a Latin American art song recital at 11:10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in Room 218 of the Davidson Music Center. The program will feature works from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Peru and Puerto Rico. She is co-founder of Duo Matices, an ensemble committed to promoting Latin American art song and serves as director of vocal studies at the Puerto Rico Conservatory...

Come out to the CPAC Experimentl theater between October 9th and Octoer 19th to see Cuesta drama stage: James and the Giant Peach! A little magic can take you a long way… After James Henry Trotter’s parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun until James accidentally drops some magic...

Stop by the Fremont Theater on Thursday, October 16th 2025 to see HIRIE perform with special guest Artikal Sound System for an unforgettable sound! ! Hirie is an exhilarating band that merges the genres of pop and reggae. To learn more and purchase tickets please visit the link below!

Join us for a day of fun in the sun with friends at Cypress Ridge golf course in Arroyo Grande - great food, drinks, and Cornhole Tournament

Invest four focused hours to finish 2025 strong and enter 2026 with clarity, confidence and momentum. Using the Synchronous Life System (SLS), you'll align strategy, processes and leadership for the year ahead.

We are bringing the Harvest crew to Region for our Meet the Maker with Linne Calodo. Get first hand details about the 2025 harvest and enjoy exceptional wines with the flight we have curated for you. WINE FLIGHTs or by the glass available for purchase... The Flight: 2023 LC Red (72% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 8% Mourvèdre) 2023 Problem Child (58% Zinfandel, 17% Mourvedre, 11% Syrah,...

San Luis Obispo Classical Academy (SLOCA) is hosting our annual mini symposium, an interactive one-day event open to the community to learn about a hand-selected topic. This year, our theme is "(Un)Common Arts: Rediscovering the Simple Things in Life," and we're excited to host guest speaker Chris Hall, author of Common Arts Education and founder of "Always Learning Education." This event is open to parents, educators,...

Invest four focused hours to finish 2025 strong and enter 2026 with clarity, confidence and momentum. Using the Synchronous Life System (SLS), you'll align strategy, processes and leadership for the year ahead.

The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, in collaboration with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, is thrilled to host an invigorating hike through the picturesque Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes National Wildlife Refuge. Led by our expert guide, Ray Segovia, this hike promises stunning coastal views and a deep dive into the conservation efforts that have preserved these beautiful dunes. This hike is completely free, so don’t miss your chance...

Supporting Small Businesses & Local Entrepreneurs Discover unique products and services from talented local entrepreneurs as we head into the gift-giving season. Come shop local, support women-owned and small businesses, and enjoy a fun seasonal marketplace! Hosted by the Women’s Business Center and Central Coast Brewing, this marketplace is all about lifting up small businesses, celebrating creativity, and finding those one-of-a-kind gifts that make the...

Part of the Jazz Jubilee Central Coast, this collaboration brings some of the best local big bands together for an exciting show and glimpse of the jazz musicians of tomorrow. Featuring the Cuesta Big Band and SLOHS, Atascadero HS and Cal Poly big bands. General admission $5, all students Free with student ID. Parking in Lot 2A is included with ticket purchase. All sales final.

Come out to the Sverson Theatre select days between October 9th and 26th to see the Pacific Conservatory Theatre perform: Every Brilliant Thing! Heartache, resilience, and the joys that make life worth living. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. The color yellow. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. That’s how you start the list of every brilliant thing that...

Ebony SLO is very excited to present Ensemble Salam! This will be a night full of love, connection, and unity. One night only, SLO.

Does walking make you hungry? Stop by one of our Pop-up Cafes. They will be in a new place each Wednesday of the month. Come by for a coffee and a treat! Walkers and Bikers welcome!

Come out to the Sverson Theatre select days between October 9th and 26th to see the Pacific Conservatory Theatre perform: Every Brilliant Thing! Heartache, resilience, and the joys that make life worth living. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. The color yellow. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. That’s how you start the list of every brilliant thing that...

The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG), in partnership with Caltrans, San Luis Obispo County, City of Morro Bay, Community of Los Osos, the Morro Bay National Estuary Program (MBNEP) and California State Parks invites community members to attend a public workshop on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at El Morro Church of the Nazarene, 1480 Santa Ysabel Avenue,...

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Cal Poly is set to inaugurate its newest mural at the ribbon cutting for the recently renovated Robert E. Kennedy Library. The event will include refreshments and special remarks from Cal Poly leadership. Guests are invited to take self-guided tours following the ceremony and a Q&A for the mural will take place at 1 p.m. Installed in the main entrance lobby,...

The Development Directors Roundtable is a collaboration between Spokes and the Association of Fundraising Professionals of San Luis Obispo County. Spokes roundtables are facilitated, peer networking and problem-solving opportunities held monthly.  At the start of the roundtable, participants introduce themselves and share some good news or something that’s “keeping them up at night.” They may also offer a “spotlight topic” for consideration during the meeting. A hallmark...

Sometimes inspiration strikes from the immersion of living in a far away place. The view of the ocean. The sound of a rainforest at sunrise. The smell of an open-air market. The embrace of the wild human experience. However, maybe the nostalgia for a certain place might be attributed instead to a feeling, or a time, or even a person. Sometimes, inspiration stems from a...

Come for new scares and the return of some sensory-friendly options! 🔸 Sensory-friendly Haunted House, 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. 🔸 Lights-on-kid-friendly Haunted House, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. 🔸 Traditional Haunted House, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 👉️ For more information, please visit slorecactivities.org This event is FREE and open to the public. Hope to see you there! 🥬 SLO Food Bank and Roman the Romaine will...

Get ready for a fun night on the Santa Margarita Ranch – enjoying 360-degree views of Margarita Vineyard, listening to great music from Steven Cade, while treating yourself to crafted cocktails by Grain & Vine, delicious bites from Bear Social, plus your favorite Ancient Peaks wines. Tickets are FREE. Steven Cade is a 10-time Grammy-nominated modern country artist. He’s opened for Jason Aldean, Eric Church,...

The Music Department and Festival Mozaic will co-present Scott Yoo for a strings master class at 11:10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, in Room 218 of the Davidson Music Center (No. 45). Cal Poly string students will play some works, and Yoo will coach them on their performance. Yoo is music director of Festival Mozaic, chief conductor and artistic director of the Mexico City Philharmonic, and host and...

COME JOIN US for a day of career opportunities, learning about the facility and seeing how you can join the growing team that is DSH-Atascadero! Explore careers and attend presentations, with a computer lab available. For more information please visit the link below!

Join Downtown SLO for the first of a new series of Sidewalk Sales! Grab a coffee and a bite to eat, stroll downtown San Luis Obispo’s tree-lined streets, and enjoy a fun shopping experience and amazing deals! Downtown retailers will bring merchandise and sale racks out onto the sidewalk for a one-day-only special event. Thank you to the City of San Luis Obispo for their...

Come out to the Sverson Theatre select days between October 9th and 26th to see the Pacific Conservatory Theatre perform: Every Brilliant Thing! Heartache, resilience, and the joys that make life worth living. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. The color yellow. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. That’s how you start the list of every brilliant thing that...

Cellist Sophie Shao completes her 2025 Residency with a chamber music concert exploring three works of chamber music. She will be joined by violinist Carmit Zori and pianist Amy Cheng​​​​​​​, both of whom are new to Festival Mozaic audiences. Beginning the program is the California premiere performance of Elena Ruehr's Cello Sonata, which was composed specifically for Sophie and Amy in 2024. Charles Ives grew...

Invest four focused hours to finish 2025 strong and enter 2026 with clarity, confidence and momentum. Using the Synchronous Life System (SLS), you'll align strategy, processes and leadership for the year ahead.

The League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County Presents a Lunch with the League Webinar: What role do local law enforecment agencies have in immigration? Under what circumstances must they work with Federal authorities? Our expert panel includes top law enforcement leaders in SLO County who direct the policies and actions of the departments responsible for carrying out the law. They will discuss...

Hear about the current rental housing landscape in San Luis Obispo, including existing rental housing protections, challenges, and opportunities for improvement for safe and stable housing. Who should attend? Long-time residents Students Rental Housing Community/Organizations Landlords Property management companies  

Only the best things get better with age — wine, cheddar, 401ks, the list goes on. It turns out Yung Gravy gets better with age too. When you think about it, the name Yung Gravy says a great deal. It's perpetually youthful, and it oozes "sauce." As such, Yung Gravy uses his own special recipe to bring originality and positivity to make his one-of-a-kind impact...

Does walking make you hungry? Stop by one of our Pop-up Cafes. They will be in a new place each Wednesday of the month. Come by for a coffee and a treat! Walkers and Bikers welcome!

Point of Contact: Julia Rocchio (805) 595-1357 Location: 3600 Oak St, Paso Robles CA 93446-1010 Training Topics: Business Start-up/Preplanning, Managing a Business, Other Description: In an era of alternative career paths, many entrepreneurs have turned towards home-based businesses, such as: Cooking/baking Childcare Crafting Coaching services Any other goods/services you offer from your home This is an opportunity to capitalize on your skills, work on your own terms, and earn...

Kick off the Halloween weekend with us with a fun-filled evening of costumes, candy, and karaoke! Join us for the spookiest night of fun in downtown San Luis Obispo! Activities include the beloved Trick-or-Treat Trail at dozens of downtown businesses, a Costume Contest in Mission Plaza, festive photo opportunities, and “Scary-oke!” (a karaoke contest, but with a spooky twist). This event is free, family-friendly, and...

Christian Elliott is a prominent concert organist, equally at home performing literature of the church and theatre. Elliott has had a major career accompanying silent film at venues including the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Stanford Theatre, and UCLA. In his San Luis Obispo appearance, Elliott will provide live accompaniment to the 1920 silent film The Mark of Zorro, a heroic tale...

Enjoy a private tour and tasting at the ONX Estate. Your adventure begins at the Tractor Shed, a charming outdoor patio offering breathtaking views of the enchanting Santa Rita Creek. As you bask in the peaceful ambiance, your host will take you on an off-road vehicle ride through the vineyard, where you’ll have the opportunity to savor the exquisite flavors of the wine right where...

Uncork & Unplug: Halloween Edition at The Ava Hotel in Paso Robles Join us for a hauntingly good time this Halloween as Graveyard Vineyards takes over the pop-up pouring. From deep clay, loam soils and steep slopes, their bold Paso Robles Cab, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel come with a spirited edge. Enjoy live music by Kevin Graybill, whose soulful sound sets the perfect tone...

🎃 Halloween Night at Sensorio Join us for a spooktacular evening of festive fun for all ages! Celebrate Halloween on October 31 with special events around the venue, trick-or-treating, a live DJ, themed food and beverages, and a costume contest where the grand prize winner will receive a 2026 Sensorio Season Pass. Enjoy family-friendly activities, spooky surprises, and a night full of excitement under the...

The City of San Luis Obispo is excited to invite community members to celebrate 42 years as a Tree City USA at its annual Arbor Day celebration on Saturday, November 1, at 9:00 a.m. at Santa Rosa Park. This family-friendly event is designed to educate and empower residents to take an active role in nurturing our urban forest. Arbor Day event attendees will not only...

JOIN US AT THE FARM ON THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH! ​ We offer a public tour of our regenerative farm on the first Saturday of the month. Our Community Farm Tours operate on a pay-what-you-can basis with a suggested donation of $20 per person. ​ The Experience: Learn about our regenerative agriculture practices, visit our sheep and chickens, go on a taste tour,...

Off-Road Vehicle Vineyard Tour & Tasting! Enjoy a private tour and tasting at the ONX Estate. Your adventure begins at the Tractor Shed, a charming outdoor patio offering breathtaking views of the enchanting Santa Rita Creek. As you bask in the peaceful ambiance, your host will take you on an off-road vehicle ride through the vineyard, where you’ll have the opportunity to savor the exquisite...