Downtown SLO announces that the annual spring Sip ‘n’ Saunter, presented by Rate, will take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Local wineries, breweries, restaurants and caterers from around the county will serve tastings and small bites at over 40 downtown retail locations. This is downtown San Luis Obispo’s largest annual tasting event, averaging 600 attendees in recent years.
Attendees can “sip” and “saunter” their way through downtown San Luis Obispo’s beautiful tree-lined streets, sample the Central Coast’s finest food and drink, enjoy live music and shop at participating retailers.
EVENT DATE: Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 1–4 p.m. (or 12–4 pm. with VIP Early Access)
VIP EARLY ACCESS (New!)
Sponsored by the Creamery Marketplace
After many requests for an extension of time at the event, Downtown SLO is offering a first-time VIP Early Access Ticket! For an extra $25* per ticket, guests can enjoy an extra hour of the event from 12–1 p.m., at the Creamery Marketplace. VIP ticket-holders will enjoy early access to food and drink samples, live music, a digital photo booth, an open area to drink and mingle and more! There are a limited number of VIP Early Access Tickets available. All trail locations will be open for attendees to enjoy at 1 p.m.
*Ticketing fees apply
TICKET INFORMATION
Buyers can save $10 per ticket by purchasing early! Presale tickets are on sale beginning Wednesday, March 5, 2025, until sold out. A limited number of presale tickets are available.
General Admission | $65 Presale // $75 General Sale*
General Admission + VIP Early Access | $90 Presale* // $100 General Sale*
*Ticketing fees apply
All tickets include (upon check-in) a commemorative Sip ‘n’ Saunter tasting cup (sponsored by SLO Credit Union), a printed map of all locations, a wristband granting full access to all retail locations and a souvenir shopping tote bag (sponsored by Toyota of SLO).
Tickets can be purchased at DowntownSLO.com/Sip. This year, there will be three check-in locations for the event in order to create a more efficient admission process. Ticketholders should refer to the check-in location specified on their digital tickets. This event is for ages 21+ only, and a valid ID must be provided at check-in. A limited quantity of tickets is available, and Downtown SLO anticipates a sold-out event. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP and invite friends on Facebook.
For more information on Sip ‘n’ Saunter, those interested can visit DowntownSLO.com/Sip, follow @DowntownSLO on Instagram and like @ExperienceDowntownSLO on Facebook.
A map of participating retailers, food, beverages and live music will be published as the event approaches.