A lot is happening across the Central Coast as we near the end of the work week. Here are six fun things to do this weekend — Friday, October 4 to Sunday, October 6 — plus a few extra!
Chumash Intertribal Powwow
Saturday, October 5th, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, October 6th, 10a.m. to 6 p.m. Corner of Meadowvale Rd. and Hwy 246 in Santa Ynez
300 Native American dancers and singers will represent tribes from across California, the United States and Canada at the 26th Annual Chumash Intertribal Powwow. Ceremonies, competitions and community events take place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at the corner of Meadowvale Rd. and Hyw 246 in Santa Ynez. This event is open to the public, admission is $5.
Full details can be found here!
Lompoc Chalks
October 4th, 5th and 6th, Lompoc Airport
The Lompoc Airport will be much more colorful this Friday, Saturday and Sunday as the Lompoc Chalks event takes over! Artists will transform the pavement into chalk art masterpieces. There will also be live entertainment, food, drinks, vendors, local organization booths and more. Proceeds will go to the Lompoc Theatre Project!
Full details can be found here!
Atascadero Colony Days
Saturday, October 5th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunken Gardens, Atascadero
Take pride in the community of Atascadero this weekend at the annual Colony Days Celebration! Start the day Saturday morning with breakfast beginning at 9 a.m. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. and events will continue in the Sunken Gardens until 3 p.m.
Full details can be found here!
Central Coast Railroad Festival
Friday, October 4th through Sunday, October 6th county-wide and at the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum
Trainspotters get excited for the 14th annual Central Coast Railroad Festival! From Friday through Sunday, more than 20 locations across the region will host events highlighting the history and exciting rail accomplishments of the Central Coast!
Full details can be found here!
Great Strides 5K Walk
Saturday, October 5th, Check-in 8:30 a.m. Walk 9 a.m. Avila Beach
Make a difference by taking a stroll on Saturday at the Great Strides Walk in Avila Beach. Check-in begins at the pier at 8:30 a.m. and the three-mile walk begins at 9 a.m. This fundraiser supports the Great Strides Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Full details can be found here!
SLO Pickle Festival
Saturday, October 5th, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Laguna Lake Park
Get ready for a day of pickle-perfect fun at the San Luis Obispo Pickle Festival! Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Laguna Lake Park will fill with dill-icous bites, drinks, vendors, music and much more. The event is open to those 21 and over and proceeds will benefit Meals that Connect-Senior Nutrition Program of SLO County.
Full details can be found here!
SLO Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5th, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Alex Madonna Expo Center
Don that Dirndl or Lederhosen and head to the Alex Madonna Expo Center on Saturday for SLO Oktoberfest! From 1 to 6 p.m. enjoy German beer, food, music, contests, dancing and games! Attendees must be 21 or older and will receive a stein, 1st stein fill, a souvenir tasting mug as well as unlimited tastings.
Full details can be found here!
Marigold Workshop at Pico Florals
Saturday, October 5th, 3 p.m. 1550 Negranti Road, Morro Bay
Celebrate the flowers blooming across our communities at Pico Florals on Saturday at a Marigold Garland workshop. Get your hands dirty harvesting the florals and stringing them together at this local farm. Tickets are required and cost $75 a person.
Full details can be found here!
Santa Maria Open Streets
Sunday October 6th, Noon to 4 p.m. Main Street Santa Maria
Santa Maria residents will have a chance to experience the magic on Main Street at the third annual Santa Maria Open Streets ¡Calles Vivas! event taking place on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. One mile of Main Street will be closed to cars and will host dozens of interactive activities for the community. Plus, check out vendors and local organizations at booths around the street closure.
Full details can be found here!
Forecast
Temps are set to soar this weekend as high pressure moves in. Enjoy all the outdoor events but be sure to stay hydrated and weather aware this weekend.
Here is a full look at your forecast from Meteorologist Vivian Rennie!
