San Luis Obispo County - September Events

• September 28 - 30 -- Scott Tinley's Adventures Triathlon
  Tri-California Events brings you the adventurous Scott Tinley's Triathlons again in 2012! The weekend includes on-road and off-road courses, camping, and a Healthy Lifestyle Expo all with a relaxing attitude. The competition is as tough as some of the hills, but it's also continued to stay a grassroots event!
  Fee: Call for information and registration Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm Phone Number: 831.373.0678

Ongoing Events

• 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: Free Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 466.2044

• Every Wednesday -- Winemaker Wednesday at Vinoteca
  Wine Education: Every week we feature a flight of wines from a different winery, with Chef exclusive food pairings, created to specifically pair with each wine. Vinoteca Wine Bar, 835 12th Street, Paso Robles
  Fee: Call for information Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 227.7154

• 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: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 473.8466

• 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 Fee Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 541.0286

• Every Friday, September 2 - 30, 2011 -- Endless Summer Concerts at Edna Valley Vineyard
  Celebration: Join us each Friday night in September for live music with appetizers and wine available for purchase. 2585 Biddle Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 805-544-5855 x29

• Every Friday -- Fish & Farmers Market & Concerts - Avila Beach
  Family Fun: Every Friday, buy fresh fish, fruit & vegetables in this beautiful small seaside town. Local restaurants offer BBQ and other delights. Entertainment. Family fun. Fantastic views of the ocean and coastline. Front Street Promenade, Avila Beach
  Fee: Free Time: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 602.8266

• Every Friday, June 10 - September 2, 2011 -- Concerts in the Plaza - SLO
  Live Music: The summer concert series features the best local musicians from Santa Barbara and SLO counties. Local restaurants and eateries provide snacks and food while Firestone Brewery and a TBD winery will supply beer and wine for purchase. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided as well. Mission Plaza, Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 543.0286

• Second Friday of Every Month -- Morro Bay, Embarcadero Art Walk
  Recreation: Spend an enjoyable evening touring art galleries and visiting shops and restaurants along the waterfront on the Embarcadero in beautiful Morro Bay.
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 772.1068

• Every Friday -- Farmer's Market - Cambria
  Market: Offers a multitude of fruits, flowers and vegetables grown on farms and orchards throughout Central California. Fresh baked goods, pies, BBQ and many other gourmet items add to the culinary fun. Veterans Memorial Hall Parking Lot, Cambria CA
  Fee: Free Time: 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 924.1260

• 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: Free Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.6535

• Every Saturday Afternoon -- Farmer's Market - Arroyo Grande Downtown
  Market: Farm fresh produce, flowers, art show and live entertainment. Arroyo Grande City Hall Parking Lot at 215 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande CA
  Fee: Free Time: 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: 805-544-9570

• 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: Free Time: 8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 544.9570

• Every Other Saturday -- Saturday Live at Vina Robles
  Celebration: We invite you to come out and slow down from the week, sit back relax and enjoy live music by local artists; all while savoring award-winning Vina Robles wines. Wine by the glass and wine tasting available. 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles CA
  Fee: Free Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 227.4812

• Every Saturday & Sunday -- Opolo's Pairings on the Patio
  Food & Wine Education: Join us on the patio every Saturday and Sunday for delicious gourmet pizzas from our wood burning oven, or for Opolo's signature Cevapcici sandwiches, all paired with excellent Opolo wines. Cheers! 7110 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles CA 93446
  Fee: $16-$18 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 805-238-9593

• 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: Free Time: 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.9254

• Every Saturday & Sunday -- Master the Art of Wine & Cheese at Tolosa Winery
  Food & Wine Education: Here at Tolosa, wine and cheese is not just served but paired. Four Cheeses are served using only Artisan and/or Farmstead products. Wine is not just poured, but paired with each cheese, utilizing the principles of balance and harmony. 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo
  Fee: $20/$15 Heritage Wine Club Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 782.0300

• 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: Free Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 231.0592

• First Saturday of Every Month -- Comedy Show at SLO Grange Hall
  Performing Arts: Join us the first Saturday of every month for a comedy show by local comedians. Refreshments available for purchase. Call for more information. SLO Grange Hall, 2880 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo CA
  Fee: $5 Time: 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 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: Free Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 406.4040

• TBA -- Sunset - Savor the Central Coast
  Wine Education, Celebration: Experience this one-of-a-kind culinary, wine and tourism event showcasing area winemakers, chefs and artisan food producers. Sunset Magazine's expert editors guide attendees through outdoor adventures and farm excursions, plus join guests at exclusive winemaker dinners and amazing culinary showcases by celebrity chefs. Visit our website for complete schedule of events. Main event at Santa Margarita Ranch, 9000 Yerba Buena Avenue, Santa Margarita CA
  Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: 805-541-8000

• TBA -- Central Coast Book & Author Festival
  Family Fun, Benefit: The Central Coast Book & Author Festival features author presentations, exhibitors, cooking demonstrations, art show, book sales and signings, kids' story time, and entertainment. The event is a fund-raiser for the Foundation for San Luis Obispo County Public Libraries. Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 805-546-1392

• TBA -- Brews & Bites
  Celebration: All breweries based in San Luis Obispo County will showcase their craft beers together with foods from local restaurants. Also featuring musicians from San Luis Obispo area. Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo CA
  Fee: Free/Tasting Fee Applies Time: 12 pm - 6 pm Phone Number: 805-540-8040

• TBA -- Taste of the Central Coast
  Wine & Food Education, Benefit: Join us for an elegant afternoon of fine food and wine, showcasing local talent while raising funds to support foster and high-needs children and families served by the Family Care Network. Live and silent auction, savory and pastry chefs, world-class wineries and live music. 1050 Cypress Ridge Parkway, Arroyo Grande CA 93420
  Fee: $75/$600 for Table of 8 Time: 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: 805-781-3535