Ongoing Events- January 2 - December 31
-- San Luis Obispo Art Center Show
Museums & Exhibitions: Permanent collection and constantly rotating exhibits of works by popular local artists in all media - paintings, sculpture, photography, prints, jewelry, woodworking and more. Many works are available for sale. Closed Tuesdays. Downtown Mission Plaza, 1010 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo
Fee: Donations welcomeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 543.8562 - Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday
-- Live Music at Mother's Tavern
Live Music: Most Thur-Fri-Sat evenings, enjoy Live Music by top local and touring bands. Big Band Music most Sunday afternoons. All in a beautifully refurbished upscale 1900's tavern located in the center of downtown SLO. Call for schedule. 725 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 541.8733 - Ongoing
-- Go Ballooning - Paso Robles
Recreation: Enjoy incredible views of the Wine country of Paso Robles, Atascadero, San Miguel and Templeton. Relax and get the bigger picture. The view from the balloon is incredible as you float along at 2-3 miles per hour from an altitude of a few feet up to several thousand feet above the ground. 1-4 passengers per trip. Weather permitting.
Fee: Call for reservations.Time: Call for reservations. Phone Number: (805) 458.1530 - Every Friday Afternoon -January 4 - December 26
-- Cambria Farmers Market
Market: Local growers sell fresh picked seasonal fruit, flowers, trees and plants. Fresh baked Italian pretzels (Taralli), biscotti, cookies bread & more. Veterans Memorial Building (West Village), West Main Street, Cambria
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 927.3624 - Every Sunday Afternoon
-- Live Music at Mr. Rick's Beach Bar
Live Music: Every Sunday afternoon till evening, enjoy live reggae or rock at "Mr. Rick's" - a charming refurbished pub on the ocean. Call to find out which band will be playing. 404 Front Street, Avila Beach, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 595.7555 - Second Sunday of Every Month
-- Visit Dallidet Adobe - San Luis Obispo
Family Fun: The second Sunday of each month, enjoy the Dallidet Adobe & Gardens - oldest house in the city of SLO, with a beautiful mature garden (including 125 foot high Redwood tree!) House was site of the first commercial winery in SLO County and dates back to 1859. Contains many original furnishings. 1185 Pacific, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 543.0638 - Every Sunday
-- Art on the Beach - Avila Beach
Family Fun: Every Sunday (weather permitting) enjoy seeing the works of 20 fine artists from the local El Camino Art Association. Many will also be taking the opportunity to actually paint the local beach and pier as they present their works. Avila Beach Plaza near the Pier, Avila Beach, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.4103 - Mondays
-- Live Music Every Monday - Morro Bay
Live Music: Enjoy live music with Jody Mulgrew every Monday. Also, enjoy our Martini Monday in the Bar! All in beautiful restaurant with incredible views of the harbor and Morro Rock. Windows on the Water, 699 Embarcadero #7, Morro Bay, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 772.0677 - Second Monday of Every Month
-- DAG Night: Jam Night at Divine Appointment Guitars
Live Music: Please join us the 2nd Monday of every month for a fun drop-in jam night. We call it "DAG Night." There is no cost...only the cost of sharing your talent with others. Musicians of all levels are encouraged to come! Divine Appointment Guitars, 1420A Ramada Drive, just off the 46 West exit, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.0054 - Every Tuesday
-- Doc Burnstein's Reading Lab
Family Fun: Enjoy an afternoon of Fiction, Fun and Fantasy through popular children's literature read by a variety of local story tellers. Come by with the kids, sit down and relax to a good short story. All held in one of the premier ice cream parlors in the state. Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab, 114 West Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
Fee: FreeTime: 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 474.4068 - Every Wednesday
-- Jazz Night at SeaVenture Resort
Live Music: Every Wednesday evening, enjoy live jazz by leading local musicians in the warm ambience of the "Fireplace Room". Restaurant also has great food and great views of the ocean. 100 Ocean View Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 773.3463 - Every Wednesday
-- Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab Show
Family Fun: Enjoy this live performance that involves the whole audience! Come help us invent a brand new flavor and watch it being made. Fun for the whole family. Held at Doc Burnstein's - an award winning premier ice cream parlor and soda fountain, 114 West Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 474.4068 - Wednesdays
-- Meet the WineMaker
Wine & Food Education: Every Wednesday night, meet and talk to a local winemaker. Complimentary cheese & Chocolate, and just a $5 charge to taste four wines. Discount on buying bottles of featured wineries wines. Taste is a uniqe wine bar/wine retailer in the heart of the downtown, with over 70 different wines to enjoy. Taste Wine Bar, 1003 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: $5.00Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 269.8278 - Every Wednesday
-- Wine Down Wednesdays at Great Gatsby's
Wine Education: Wine Down Wednesday happens every Wednesday night. This is a great way to unwind and celebrate half of the work week is over. Wine tasting and wines by the glass are always available. All held in one of the leading wine stores and tasting rooms in the county. 1750 El Camino Real, Grover Beach, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 473.8466 - Every Wednesday
-- Farmer's Market - Atascadero
Family Fun: Every Wednesday afternoon, local growers sell fresh-picked seasonal fruit, flowers, trees, and plants. Also baked Italian pretzels (Taralli), cookies, breads, & more. Taste the difference! Taste the best of the Central Coast! Shopping Center Parking Lot, Morro Road & El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 466.2044 - Every Wednesday
-- Special Wine Tasting: Local Winemaker Featured
Wine Education: Every Wednesday evening, come and meet one of our local wine makers, and enjoy their wonderful wines. Choose from 3 selected wines for a taste, glass, bottle or flight. All in the ambiance of an upscale wine bar in charming downtown Paso Robles. Vinoteca Wine Bar, 835 12th Street, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $6.00 - $10.00Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 227.7154 - Every Thursday Evening
-- Farmer's Market - San Luis Obispo
Family Fun: Enjoy one of the largest, oldest and best Farmer's Markets in the state. Barbeque, Fresh fruit, vegetables, live entertainment, "Downtown Brown" for the kids and much more. Most stores stay open late. Thanksgiving and XMAS markets held on following Friday. Higuera Street, between Osos & Nipomo, Downtown San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: No Admission FeeTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 541.0286 - Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday
-- Live Music with Your Wine at Vinoteca Wine Bar
Live Music: Enjoy free live music Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights in an upscale wine bar in the heart of downtown Paso Robles. Please call if interested in learning which winery is featured. Vinoteca Wine Bar, 835 12th Street, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 227.7154 - Every Thursday
-- The "Thursday Painters" Outing
Recreation: Informal group of artists go to a different location each Thursday to create, discuss and critique art. Many of the locations are usually unavailable (or unknown) to the public. Bring a bag lunch. Call to find upcoming locations.
Fee: FreeTime: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 481.8474 - Every Thursday
-- Jazz Duo at Orchid Restaurant
Live Music: Every Thursday evening, enjoy live jazz by the guitar duo of Ryan Garcia and Jacob O'Dell in the beautiful "Orchid" Restaurant, located in the Inn at Morro Bay Resort. Killer views of the water, great food & wonderful jazz. 60 State Park Road, Morro Bay, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 772.5651 - Every Friday Evening
-- Tapas at Tolosa Winery
Food & Wine Education: Come relax with wine, food and friends. Every Friday Tolosa Winery will be offering four tapas paired with four reserve wines. Tolosa Winery's Heritage Room, 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo
Fee: $25/$20 Club MembersTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 782.0500 - Every Friday
-- Special Wine Tasting at Great Gatsby's
Live Music, Wine Education: Every Friday evening, enjoy a wine tasting at Great Gatsby's, featuring the wines of a specific local winery, with the winemaker often in attendance. Tasting includes free appetizers and live entertainment. All in the ambiance of one of the leading wine stores in the Central Coast. 1750 El Camino Real, Grover Beach, CA
Fee: $4.00 - $6.00Time: 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 473.8466 - First Friday Every Month
-- An Afternoon with Gourmet Food & Wine
Wine & Food Education: The first Friday of every month, join us in the Tasting Room. Try some of the best gourmet foods from local suppliers - pastries, olives, cheeses, etc. - all paired perfectly with our Limited Release wines. Meridian Vineyards, 7000 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles
Fee: $5Time: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 226.7133 - First Friday Every Month
-- Art After Dark
Family Fun: The first Friday of every month, Art Galleries in the city of San Luis Obispo stay open late and host special events/ artist receptions. Many galleries serve wine and appetizers. (December reception held on first Saturday of month.)
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 544.9251 - Every Friday
-- Spring Wild Flower Hikes - Lazy Arrow Ranch
Recreation: Every Friday in the season, experience guided hikes to see the wonderful, beautiful and often rare spring wildflowers of the county interior. Each tour lasts approximately 3 hours, and is led by trained local resident horticulturalist. Usually only about 6 people per group. Reservations required. Dates approximate. Lazy Arrow Ranch, 9330 Camatta Creek Road, Santa Margarita, CA
Fee: $15.00Time: Call for reservations. Phone Number: (805) 238.7324 - Second Friday of Every Month
-- Morro Bay, Embarcadero Art Walk
'Art Galleries' Open House. Spend an enjoyable evening touring Art Galleries along the waterfront on the Embarcadero in beautiful Morro Bay. Sample refreshments and converse with the artists. Time: 5 to 8 PM for most galleries Where: Embarcadero Street, Morro Bay
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 772.1068 - Every Friday & Saturday Night
-- Live DJ & Dancing - Avila Beach
Recreation: Every Friday & Saturday night, enjoy rock 'n roll with a live DJ and dancing at "Mr. Rick's" - a great refurbished pub on the ocean in charming downtown Avila Beach. Mr. Rick's Beach Bar, 404 Front Street, Avila Beach, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 595.7555 - Every Friday evening
-- Wine Maker Showcase - Avila Beach
Wine Education, Live Music: Every Friday evening enjoy Live Jazz and a Complementary wine tasting -centered around a local leading winery- at beautiful The Gardens of Avila Restaurant. Located among the beautiful tree studded hills at the Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort. 1215 Avila Beach Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 595.7365 - Every Friday & Saturday Night
-- Live Jazz at Windows on the Water
Live Music: Come listen to live jazz while you enjoy the views of Morro Bay. 699 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA
Fee: No Admission FeeTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 772.0677 - Every Friday
-- Beer & Music at Firestone Walker Brewery
Live Music: Every Friday, enjoy live music with your boutique beer. The 2nd Friday of the month, enjoy premium ale that is aged in a "firkin", a large wooden cask with a hand pull pump. Be sure to enjoy good beer, good company and good cheer. Firestone Walker Taproom, 1400 Ramada Drvie, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 686.1557 - Every Saturday and Sunday
-- Harbor Cruise - Morro Bay
Recreation: Every Saturday & Sunday, enjoy a fun hour-long cruise of the Morro Bay Harbor onboard the Chablis. Food & wine available for purchase on all cruises. Saturday evening "Catch of the Day & Chicken Chablis" dinner cruises available (6:30 - 8 p.m.), and Sunday Brunch cruise (10:30 a.m. - Noon). 113 W. Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA
Fee: $15.00 - $35.00Time: Call for reservations. Phone Number: (805) 305.1841 - Every Saturday Morning
-- Farmer's Market - Templeton
Family Fun: Every Saturday morning, enjoy buying really fresh fruit & vegetables and more. Also baked Italian pretzels (Taralli), cookies, breads, and more. Taste the difference! Taste the best of the Central Coast! City Park, Sixth & Crocker Streets, Templeton, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.6535 - Saturdays & Sundays
-- Visit Historic Buildings - Arroyo Grande
Historic: Every Satuday & Sunday afternoon, enjoy a stroll with our trained docents through our genuine historic Victorian buildings and collections in downtown Arroyo Grande. Original old one-room schoolhouse, Doctors House, Sanitarium, IOOF Hall, and Barn with old vehicles. Downtown Arroyo Grande
Fee: Donation requested.Time: 12-3 p.m. Sat, 1-4 p.m. Sun Phone Number: (805) 473.5077 - Every Saturday
-- Discovery Wine Class at Eberle Winery
Wine Education: Every Saturday, experience a special One and one-half hour seminar. Includes basic wine tasting, evolution of wine from grape to bottle, history of Eberle Winery and the Paso Robles wine region, wine tasting and tour. Held in private tasting room in the wine cave. Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $15.00Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.9607 - Saturdays
-- Live 'Jazz at Jan's' - Paso Robles
Live Music: Meet Jan and enjoy live jazz at the Wine Attic on Saturdays afternoons/early evenings. Top leading jazz groups and performers. In upscale wine bar/reatiler patio in charming downtown Paso Robles. Wine Attic, 1305 Park St. Alley, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: No CoverTime: Varies Phone Number: (805) 227.4107 - January 1 - December 31
-- Automobilia Museum - San Luis Obispo
Family Fun: See antique and specialty cars, toy cars & airplanes and many other antiques relating to transportation. Coffee shop on site! McCarthy Wholesale, 11 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 544.1900 - Saturdays & Sundays
-- Bike, Hike and Kayak Trips
Recreation: Come explore the amazing outdoor world of the Central Coast Outdoors with us. Ten unique day trips to choose from, including bicycling the legendary Pacific Coast Highway, hiking magical Big Sur and kayaking among the profusion of bird life in Morro Bay. All trips include necessary transportation, a gourmet picnic lunch and knowledgeable guide(s). Bike rentals available. Reservations required.
Fee: $79.00 - $119.00Time: Call for reservations. Phone Number: (888) 873.5610 - Every Saturday and Sunday
-- Estrella Warbird Museum
Family Fun: Visit a memorable collection of military aircraft (from props to jets) and artifacts (from weaponry to a Links trainer). See the F14a Tomcat just added to their collection! : Paso Robles Airport, 4251 Dry Creek Road, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: Donations accepted.Time: 10 - 4 p.m. Sat., 12 - 3 p.m. Sun. Phone Number: (805) 227.0440 - Third Saturday of Every Month
-- Walk in the Elfin Forest - Los Osos Area
Recreation: Enjoy a guided walk thru the fascinating Elfin Forest, a 90-acre nature preserve with pygmy trees and home to endangered plants, butterflies and birds. Walks on Third Saturday of Month. Different theme and guide each time. El Moro Elfin Forest, N. End of 15th Street off Santa Ysabel, Los Osos, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 528.0392 - Every Saturday Morning
-- Farmer's Market - San Luis Obispo
Family Fun: Every Saturday morning, local growers sell fresh-picked seasonal fruit, flowers. Trees and plants. Taste the difference ! Taste the best of the Central Coast! Shopping Center Parking Lot, 445 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 544.9570 - Every Saturday Morning
-- Farmer's Market - Paso Robles
Family Fun: Every Saturday morning, enjoy the "Country Farm & Craft Market". Farm produce, quality fine crafts & art, pony rides, petting zoo, baked goods and free coffee! Live entertainment. All in a beautiful park in downtown. Taste the best of the Central Coast! Downtown City Park, 11th & Spring Streets, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.9254 - Every Saturday Afternoon
-- Farmer's Market - Arroyo Grande Downtown
Family Fun: Every Saturday afternoon, local growers sell fresh-picked seasonal fruit, flowers. Entertainment. Taste the difference! Taste the best of the Central Coast! 214 Branch, behind City Hall, Downtown Arroyo Grande, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 544.9570 - Every Saturday Evening
-- Fishermen & Farmers Market - Morro Bay Downtown
Family Fun: Every Saturday afternoon thru early evening, local growers sell fresh-picked seasonal fruit, flowers. Smoked local fish available. Local crafts and musicians. Fresh baked Italian pretzels (Taralli), biscotti, cookies, bread & more. Sometimes fresh fish! Main Street between Harbor & Morro, Downtown Morro Bay, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 231.0592 - Every third Saturday of the every month
-- Central California Flute Circle meetings
Instruction: We play and learn to play the Native American Flute. All are welcome and invited. Free flute lessons for those who are interested in learning. Meeting Location: United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 1515 Fredricks St. San Luis Obispo,
Fee: Guests free - Memberships $12 eachTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 927.3993 - First Saturday of each month
-- First Saturday celebrating Art & Music
Celebration: Join Midlife Crisis for an celebration of art and music the first Saturday of every month in the tasting room in downtown Paso Robles. Meet a Paso Robles artist and hear some great music in a relaxed setting. Complimentary wine tasting and cheese pairing.
Fee: FreeTime: 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.8730 - First Saturday of each month
-- Stand Up Comedy Show
Performing Arts: A stand up comedy show performed by local comedians is presented by Central Coast Players the first Saturday of each month at the Grange Hall, 2880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo. No reservations required. Refreshments are available.
Fee: $5Time: 8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 543.0639 - First Thursday of Every Month
-- San Miguel Farmer's Flea Market
Family Fun: Locals set up food, wares, and more in quaint and historic San Miguel. First Thursday of every month. Along road East of San Miguel Mission, San Miguel, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 406.4040 - TBA
-- President's Day Passport Weekend
Wine Education, Benefit: The 17 Far Out Wineries of Paso Robles are partnering with the Wellness Community of the Central Coast for a fundraiser to help find 'Hope and Support' for people with cancer and their families.
Fee: $25 DonationTime: Varies Phone Number: (805) 237.0138 - TBA
-- Monarch Butterflies - Beauty by the Thousands
Recreation: Learn about these beautiful visitors. Sponsored by the Morro Bay Museum of Natural History! Docents frm the Morro Bay State Park meet in Pismo Beach to share their wealth of information. Located at Pismo Butterfly Trees, Highway 1, between Pismo Beach and Pismo Grove, Pismo Beach, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Every Day Phone Number: (805) 772.2694 - TBA
-- Kiamie Wine Cellars Pouring at the 2009 Sweetheart Stroll
Celebration: Kiamie Wine Cellars will be pouring their inaugural wines at the 2009 Sweetheart Stroll. Other local businesses will provide wine-tasting, art, dancing, live music and the wonderful Wedding Fair as you stroll throughout the beautiful downtown of Atascadero. Win valuable prizes donated by Atascadero Main Street, local merchants and event sponsors.
Fee: $20 Wine Tasting & Wedding Fair/$10 Wedding Fair onlyTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 462.0177
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