Events

The annual Avila Beach Polar Bear Plunge is a celebration of fitness, nature, a New Year, comraderie and still having dessert! Dessert can be a cup of coffeee, or something to eat at one of the local Avila Beach establishments after the plunge. If you are brave, even some cold…

The Annual Celebration of the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival is held every Martin Luther King weekend when over 450 birders visit Morro Bay to see, photograph and learn more about birds. The area offers pristine beaches, beautiful state parks, an excellent natural history museum, panoramic views of the Pacific…

Thursday Afternoon, January 23rd, there will be a wine seminar. Details to follow. Friday Morning, January 24th: shopping, raffle ticket opportunities, wine tasting, and demonstrating artists throughout town. There will be an art show at the Cambria Center for the Arts. Kick-Off Party at the Veterans Hall: Doors open at…

The Cambria Film Festival is all about romance, romantic comedies and the complexity of love. Our mission is to showcase wonderful films in our charming seaside town. If you love films, plan to attend. If you want to help make the festival festive, well, we’re looking for volunteers. And if…

Hosted twice yearly in the spring and fall along Ocean Avenue, enjoy beautiful Cayucos-by-the-Seawhile shopping for antiques, collectibles, and vintage items. Rain or shine, stay for the weekend or make it a fun day at the beach! The event hours are 7am to 3pm. Parking is available on nearby street…

Help celebrate World Oceans Day by participating in cleanup events in Avila Beach

From the redwood forests on the north coast to the sunny beaches in Southern California, 280 park units preserve and protect the best of California’s natural and cultural history

This event has been cancelled for 2024. Cambria’s annual 4th of July celebration is held at Shamel Park starting at 11am, with family fun events, music and a BBQ all day long. Fireworks start at dusk. A trolley service will run from 10am to 6pm, from North Moonstone to Main…

Live bands will entertain visitors until 9pm, when the fireworks start! VIP seating is available on the pier for a charge. Arrive early in the day to stake out your best viewing spot on the sand. Bring some blankets and an umbrella for a great day at the beach. You…

Come to Avila Beach for Independence Day and spending your morning enjoying a doggie parade.

Find that special spot on the beach and enjoy the show. Cayucos rocks on the 4th of July!

This annual show offers artists and crafts people a high quality outdoor setting to display and sell their wares to an appreciative audience.

Enjoy concerts, music, food, carnival rides, animals and MORE this summer in Paso Robles! Learn more by visiting our website. “The Biggest Little Fair Anywhere!” The Fair opened in 1946 and was first known as the San Luis Obispo County Fair. The California Mid-State Fair is held annually and runs…

The Festival places an emphasis of offering performances in unique Central Coast venues, including the historic Mission and beautiful outdoor spaces, as well as contemporary concert halls.

Embark on a journey into the Elizabethan Renaissance and marvel at the splendor of Queen Elizabeth I’s rule.

The Stone Soup Music Festival & Street Fair is a community tradition that has thrived for over 30 years in the city of Grover Beach.

In addition to the best mac and cheese that the Central Coast has to offer, you'll also get to sample beer, wine and spirits from your favorite wineries, breweries and more.

Come to Cambria and enjoy not only the parade on Saturday, but all of the fun activities, music, good food, kiddie rides, and games that follow the parade and last all weekend at the Pinedorado Grounds. Be sure to check out the car show at the Vets’ Hall parking lot…