The Downtown SLO Thursday Night Farmers’ Market will commemorate National Farmers’ Market Week with a special activation at the Market on Thursday, August 8, 2024, from 6–8 p.m.
The Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market team invites the community to visit the intersection of Chorro &
Higuera Streets during the regularly-scheduled Market to celebrate the 40+ farm stands that populate
Higuera Street every week.
Visitors can expect to:
● Participate in an interactive art activity.
● Enter to win a basket full of delicious goodies from Farmers’ Market vendors.
● Dive into the history of this iconic Market.
● Learn about offered Food Access Programs with the County of San Luis Obispo Department of
Social Services.
● Engage with the SLO Food Bank and learn about the GleanSLO Produce Rescue Program.
● Enjoy live music from singer-songwriter Launnie Ginn.
● More!
This event is free, family-friendly and open to the public. Please leave pets at home. National Farmers’ Market Week is an annual celebration (falling this year August 4–10, 2024) of the vital role that farmers’ markets play in our nation’s food system.
Downtown SLO proudly manages a CalFresh/EBT program, providing access to fresh, healthy food to
eligible low-income individuals. Additionally, the Market Match grant allows customers to double their
buying power when they use their CalFresh/EBT benefits. As the only night market in San Luis Obispo
County, the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market is a resource for working families and students to shop for
fresh fruits and vegetables. In the most recent fiscal year (July 2023–June 2024), over $59,000 was
distributed in EBT benefits at the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market.
Those interested in redeeming or learning about EBT/CalFresh benefits at the Downtown SLO Farmers’
Market can visit the orange Info Booth tent every Thursday at the intersection of Chorro & Higuera Streets.
The National Farmers’ Market Week Celebration coincides with the normally-scheduled Downtown SLO
Farmers’ Market, which runs from 6–9 p.m., every Thursday evening on Higuera Street. Visitors can enjoy
five blocks of over 100 vendors offering fresh produce, famous BBQ, delicious meals, crafts, baked goods,
entertainment and more.