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Chase the setting sun along California's most iconic coastal route Find all of the locations mapped for you on our Google Maps list.Discover fiery sunset views along Highway 1 this sunset season. From rugged cliffs to dreamy beaches, this iconic coastal route boasts…

The Annual Downtown SLO Holiday Parade has drawn thousands to downtown San Luis Obispo since 1976. Held on the first Friday in December, the parade has become a much-loved holiday tradition along the Central Coast, for locals and visitors alike. Nearly 90 decorated floats, marching bands, vehicles, dancers, and more…

Kick off the Halloween weekend with us with a fun-filled evening of costumes, candy, and karaoke! Halloween Festivities return to the Downtown SLO on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 5–8 PM. Activities include the beloved Trick-or-Treat Trail at dozens of downtown businesses, a Costume Contest in Mission Plaza, festive photo…

In May of 1970, a trio of music professors at the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) came together to brainstorm the possibility of starting a summer music festival in beautiful San Luis Obispo, California. A year later, the inaugural season of the San Luis Obispo Mozart Festival took place with three…

Each summer and throughout the year in the heart of California’s Central Coast, Festival Mozaic brings together music lovers to enjoy premier concerts and related events in a festive and stimulating atmosphere. The Festival was founded in 1971 to honor the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose influence lives on in…

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…

Come to Morro Bay for the Annual Lighted Boat Parade. Local boats of all sizes are decorated with lights for the holiday season and cruise the harbor. Please call (805) 772-4467 for more information.

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

Join us for an evening filled with music, food & drink, inspiring presentations, and silent auction to support western monarch butterfly conservation!

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

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.

Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes.

Coast the road less traveled with these Highway 1 hidden gemsThere’s something magical about cruising down Highway 1 in summer: The salty breeze tousling your hair, the sparkling Pacific unfurling like a bolt of shimmering silk. But the real treasures? They’re just off the beaten path,…

Our Mind Walks series offers lectures on topics of interest to residents of the Central Coast, including cultural history, natural history, and current issues. Stewardship travelers are invited to join in this opportunity to learn from experts on various topics and explore the area. Some presentations are virtual and…

Let’s hit the road! One of America’s most scenic byways, this iconic stretch of highway was designed for top tier summer fun.

Nightlife unfolds at every turn along Highway 1’s scenic coastline. While Highway 1 may be renowned for its breathtaking ocean views and picturesque landscapes, its after-hours offerings are equally captivating. Travelers can expect a laid back ambiance and a mix of local and national talent. Don’t be fooled by the…

From Ashlee Fechino Heavy rains earlier this month forced the shutdown of sections of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur, as a portion of the roadway fell into the ocean. But that doesn’t mean you have to cancel upcoming road…

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