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The San Luis Obispo area offers year-round events and activities.
In addition to enjoying the natural beauty of San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast region, there's always something exciting going on in San Luis Obispo County. The spectacular Performing Arts Center provides the venue for plays, concerts, and other special events. Cal Poly sports stadiums offer a wide variety of athletic events, including football, baseball, basketball, soccer, & more.
San Luis Obispo, as well as the many nearby towns, sponsor fairs, festivals, holiday celebrations, special museum exhibitions and many other events. Local wineries provide a number of tastings, festivals and other wine-related events as well.
Whether it's an artistic affair, a culinary, musical or dance extravaganza, or a college sporting event, San Luis Obispo'a got it, and you can find information about it here in our San Luis Obispo Event Calendar.
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January 2007
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January 2007 (TBA) - Snow Night at Farmer’s Market
Contact Parks and Recreation at (805) 781-7300
January 2007 (TBA) - V6 Performance.net 2nd Annual Car Show
Laguna Lake Park, contact V6 Performance.net Forums (909) 967-6764
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February 2007
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February 2007 (TBA) A Night at the Oscars!
The gala San Luis Obispo Symphony Ball & Auction will bring you all the excitement of the Oscars along with a fabulous dinner, dancing, live music and an incredible auction! A delightful evening of fun benefitting Symphony Music Education and Artistic Programs. Call for info: (805) 543.3533
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March 2007
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March 2007 (TBA) San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
Festival: The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival attracts local, national and international work, and has played host to many visiting filmmakers, extreme sport athletes and big screen celebrities. Theatres in SLO, San Luis Obispo, CA. Call for info: (805) 546.3456
March 2-3, 2007 - Annual World of Pinot Noir
The Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, California and various Central Coast winery locations. Websote: http://www.worldofpinotnoir.com/
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April 2007
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No current listings.
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May 2007
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May 3-5, 2007 - Annual Hospice du Rhone
Held at the Paso Robles Event Center, Paso Robles, CA. Featuring over 150 Rhone producing wineries from around the world. Website: http://www.hospicedurhone.org/
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June 2007
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June 2007 (TBA) - Fiesta de SLO
Mission Plaza, contact Downtown Association (805) 541-0286
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JULY 2007
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July 4, 2007 - Old Fashioned 4th of July Family Fun Day
Bring the family to Mitchell Park on the 4th of July! Enjoy an old fashioned holiday filled with plenty of fun and entertainment for everyone. This event is co-sponsored by the Rotary Club of San Luis Obispo.
July 13-16, 2007 - Annual Central Coast Wine Classic
The Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach and various Central Coast winery locations. Website: http://www.centralcoastwineclassic.org
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AUGUST 2006
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August 2007 (TBA) - Art in the Garden
Jack House, contact Parks and Recreation; call (805) 781-7300
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SEPTEMBER 2006
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September 1-3, 2006 - Mid State Fair Motorcycle Rally
Enjoy a weekend of everything motorcycle. Demos, competitions, vendors, entertainment and more. Mid-State Fairgrounds, Paso Robles, CA. Call for info: (831) 630.9495
September 2-4, 2006 - Art in the Park - Morro Bay
Family Fun: Vendors come from all over the state to display their wide variety of arts and crafts items. Food available. City Park, Morro Bay, CA Call for info: (805) 772.2504
September 15, 2006 - Battle at Monarch Dunes Golf Course
Benefit: Fundraiser for charity. Must reserve in advance. Four person scramble, box lunch, appetizers and awards, tournament "Goodie Bag", bottle of Arnold Palmer Wine, lamkin grip, Arnie's Army Divot Tool, Prostate Cancer Foundation wrist band, one year subscription to Golf Digest. Monarch Dunes Golf Course, 1606 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo, CA. Call for info: (805) 343.9459
September 15-17, 2006 - Country Western Dance Festival
Festival: Country Western entertainment, classes, dancing, vendors and team demonstrations. Order your "Badge" to attend all special events throughout the city. Pismo Beach, CA. Call for info: (805) 489.2885
September 16, 2006 - Taste of Downtown Paso Robles
Culinary, artistic, and musical experience for $20. Info: (805) 238-4103.
September 16, 2006 - Satin & Spurs Gala
Anniversary of French Hospital with all proceeds going to patients. Santa Margarita Ranch. Info: (805) 542-5496.
September 16-17, 2006 - "I Madonnari" Italian Street Painting Festival
Enjoy incredible chalk art on the pavement in and near Mission Plaza. Original and copies of great art. Special childrens' section for them to participate. Squares sponsored by local businesses and residents. Mission Plaza, Monterey & Chorro Streets, San Luis Obispo, CA. Call for info: (805) 549.8658
September 17, 2006 - International Festival - LOS OSOS
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Enjoy food from all over the world, a children's parade of costumes, a raffle with great prizes, and dancing. Info: 528-5319.
September 22-23, 2006 - Valley Harvest Festival
A celebration of local agriculture with agriculture displays, arts & crafts, entertainment, produce auction, food & game booths. Fish Fry & Chili contest Friday night. Parade on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA. Call for info: (805) 473.5408
September 29 - October 1, 2006 - Mountain Bike & Road Triathlons
Recreation: Triathalon held in the south county wine country. Biking, swimming, and running. Also known as "Scott Tinley's Dirty Adventures". Lopez Lake, Arroyo Grande, CA. Call for information: (805) 239.9225
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OCTOBER 2006
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September 29 - October 1, 2006 - Mountain Bike & Road Triathlons
Recreation: Triathalon held in the south county wine country. Biking, swimming, and running. Also known as "Scott Tinley's Dirty Adventures". Lopez Lake, Arroyo Grande, CA. Call for information: (805) 239.9225
October 7-8, 2006 - Morro Bay Harbor Festival
Wine & seafood, fishermen & farmer's market, arts & crafts vendors, and a wide variety of music and professional entertainment. Beer & Wine Tasting. Main Fishing Pier & Waterfront, Morro Bay, CA. Call for information: (800) 366.6043
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November 2006
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November 4-12, 2006 - Poetry Festival
Festival: Local, state and nationally known poets reading their original works. Venues include Art Center, Performing Arts Center at CalPoly and local businesses. Call for info: (805) 547.1318
November 5, 2006 - Ballet Folklorico de Mexico - SLO
Performing Arts: Direct from the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City, the original, the biggest, and still the best of the Mexican folk dance companies, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico is a tribute in music, movement, and color to the glorious culture of Mexico. Performing Arts Center, Cal Poly, 1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA Call for info: (805) 756.2787
November 7, 2006 - French Chamber Orchestra - SLO
Live Music: Acclaimed as one of France's best chamber orchestras, The French Chamber Orchestra's talented instrumentalists show their enthusiasm for playing orchestral music in the spirit of chamber music. Performing Arts Center, Cal Poly, 1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA Call for info: (805) 756.2787
November 10-11, 2006 - Caycuos Wine & Food Festival
Festival: Great food from local restaurants & wine available in a charming town. Twelve participating wineries, including Bianchi, Cayucos Cellars, Castoro, Eagle Castle, Martin & Weyrich, Robert Hall, Tablas Creek, Wild Horse. Veterans Hall, Cayucos, CA Call for info: (805) 995.1200
November 11, 2006 - Annual Marching Band Review - Pismo Beach
Family Fun: Join the fun in downtown Pismo Beach. A parade of Marching Bands from around the state in competition. Pismo Beach, CA Call for info: (805) 773.4382
November 19, 2006 - Cal Poly Symphony Fall Concert
Live Music: Join the Cal Poly Symphony for a season opener highlighting the enchanting voice of the violin. Performing Arts Center, Cal Poly, 1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA Call for info: (805) 756.2787
November 26, 2006 - Morro Bay Christmas Street Faire
Family Fun: Vendors come from around the world with their arts & crafts items. Enjoy a snack and listen to the live entertainment on the closed street. Morro Bay, CA Call for info: (805) 235.6335
November 26, 2006 - Arroyo Grande Christmas Parade
Family Fun: The parade starts at Traffic Way and Branch Street, then proceeds up East Branch to City Hall. A Christmas sing-along and Tree Lighting ceremony will take place at the conclusion of the parade. Arroyo Grande, CA Call for info: (805) 473.2250
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December 2006
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December 1, 2006 - San Luis Obispo Holiday Parade
Enjoy a great parade in downtown San Luis Obispo. Higuera Street - from Osos to Nipomo, San Luis Obispo, CA. Call for info: (805) 541.0286
December 2, 2006 - Art After Dark - San Luis Obispo
Family Fun: Art galleries in the city of San Luis Obispo stay open late and host special events/artist receptions. Many galleries serve wine and appetizers. Perfect spot to find unique presents. San Luis Obispo, CA. Call for info: (805) 544.9251
December 9-18, 2006 - Annual Joyous Sounds of Christmas
Live Music: The 30th Annual Joyous Sounds of Christmas, a traditional holiday experience of glorious choral music presented by the award winning San Luis Obispo Vocal Arts Ensemble. Mission San Luis Obispo, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA. Call for info: (805) 541.6797
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