Events

The three-day, family-friendly festival takes place Friday through Sunday, June 19th to June 21st, 2026. The festival is organized by and serves as one of the primary annual fundraisers for KCBX Public Radio. Full Festival tickets for adults, teens, and children include camping on the festival grounds at the scenic…

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!

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.

In 1938 at station WBFR, a live radio broadcast faces chaos with picketing musicians, a dwindling crew, and the rumored death of the leading lady, whose body has disappeared. The remaining staff must continue with various programs while solving the mystery – all while staying on the air!!! Located in…

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

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…

Gates will be open at 2:45 PM and music will begin at 4:00PM. The SLO Symphony, under the direction of Maestro Andrew Sewell, will play music by John Williams, Aaron Copland, John Phillip Sousa, and more! For 30+ years, the San Luis Obispo Symphony’s family-friendly Pops-by-the-Sea concerts have entertained thousands…

We are beyond excited to celebrate another Brew at the Zoo! Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 7th from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Charles Paddock Zoo! Brew at the Zoo will feature over 15 craft beers, distilled spirits, ciders, seltzers, wine, and more! A fun entertainment…

This is an opportunity for visitors to have a great time and learn about the way of life on our rancho, while supporting DANA Adobe and Cultural Center.

Walk down any beach and you will find marine debris, defined as “any manufactured or processed solid waste material that enters the marine environment from any source.” Marine debris impact human health and safety, endangers wildlife and aquatic habitats, and costs local and national economies millions in wasted resources and…

Tour the special places that play a part in the past, present and future recovery of California's sea otters!

This is the Central Coast's only invitational automotive event and $20 million worth of vintage autos will be on display.

It’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow like you’ve never seen (or sung!) it before! Join the awkwardly charming Ichabod Crane as he waltzes his way through the town of Sleepy Hollow – meeting the lovely Katrina, the mischievous Brom Bones, and that not-so-headstrong rider of the night, the legendary Headless…