Here's a look at some of the events taking place across our Central Coast communities from Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28.
Multi-Day Events
Santa Maria Strawberry Festival
April 26th through 28th, Santa Maria Fairpark
It is time to celebrate the Central Coast's #1 crop, strawberries! This Friday through Sunday, the Santa Maria Fairpark will fill with strawberry tastings, art competitions, carnival rides, performances and more. While there, don't miss the chalk art display and classic car show! Gates will be open from noon to 10 p.m. all three days.
Full details can be found here!
Morro Bay Kite Festival
April 26th through 28th, Morro Rock Parking lot and Morro Strand Beach
Soar to new heights at the Morro Bay Kite Festival! Friday night through Sunday, hundreds of kites big and small will fill the skies over Morro Strand Beach. Grab a bite from the vendors plus 500 build-your-own kite kits will be distributed to kids in attendance.
Full details can be found here!
SLO International Film Festival
April 25th through 30th, Cinemas across San Luis Obispo County
Heads up cinephiles! From April 25th through April 30th, venues across SLO County will take part in the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival! Independent artists from ten countries will come together for the 30th film festival. Cinema challenges, mixers, judging and more fill the schedule plus make sure to head to Surf Nite at the Fremont Theatre with fun beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
Full details can be found here!
Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 27th (11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.) Sunday, April 28th (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) Alameda Park, Santa Barbara
Celebrate Earth Day at Alameda Park in Santa Barbara this Saturday and Sunday. Gates open at 11 a.m. both days and close at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 7 p.m. Sunday. A green car show, kids corner, live music and a plant-forward food court and beer garden will be available. Plus on Sunday at noon, Alejandra Warren will be presented the Hero Award for her work with Plastic Free Future.
Full details can be found here!
The Big Bounce America
April 26th through 28th, Elings Park, Santa Barbara
The world's largest bounce house is headed to Santa Barbara this weekend! Eight massive bounce houses, vendors and a DJ will fill the park. The largest bounce house stretches over 24,000 sq. ft. and brings giant slides, ball pits, climbing towers and more. Sessions are separated by age group and paid tickets are required for all.
Full details can be found here!
Friday, April 26th
Lompoc Valley Center Anniversary Open House
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Lompoc Valley Center
The Lompoc Valley Center is turning 25 years old this weekend. Join them in celebrating this milestone Friday at an open house. From 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., explore the center including the planetarium, chemistry experiments, a time capsule opening, and much more. While there, visit with firefighters and EMTs.
Full details can be found here!
Saturday, April 27th
The Vintage Rendezvous and Comic Book Expo
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Paso Robles Downtown City Park
On Saturday, the Paso Robles Downtown City Park will fill with the 16th annual Vintage Rendezvous and Comic Book Expo! From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, check out vintage motorcycles, electric vehicles, sidecars, comic books, cards, and much more!
Full details can be found here!
PSHH Builder Games
3 p.m. to 7 p.m 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo
People’s Self-Help Housing is hosting the 2024 Builder Games. Local teams will test their skills building playhouses to benefit People's Self-Help Housing programs and services. From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., check out these talented builders, enjoy barbecue, a DJ and more all emceed by KSBY Daybreak anchor Neil Hebert. The event will take place at the PSHH San Luis Obispo headquarters at 1060 Kendall Road.
Full details can be found here!
Solvang Datsun Roadster Classic
8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Solvang, 1st street
The streets of Solvang will fill with classic Datsun Roadsters on Saturday for the 37th annual festival! Starting at 8 a.m., renovations, daily drivers, racers and works in progress will fill the festival alongside vendors and enthusiasts. Saturday at 5:30 p.m., head to the Veteran's Memorial Hall for the banquet and presentations of the weekend's awards.
Full details can be found here!
Día del Niño Festival
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. San Miguel Park
Join the SLO County Public Libraries on Saturday to celebrate Día del Niño at San Miguel Park. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., check out a tide pool aquarium, the SLO Symphony instrument petting zoo, Touch-a-Truck fair and much more all for free.
Full details can be found here!
Taste of SLO Spirit Tasting Fundraiser
2 p.m. to 6 p.m. San Luis Obispo Elks Lodge #322
Taste the wonderful spirits, beers and wines of SLO County at the Taste of SLO Spirit Tasting Fundraiser Saturday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the San Luis Obispo Elks Lodge #322. Food trucks, live music and cocktail contests will fill the time. Tickets are $55 a person and proceeds go to the Veterans Services Collaborative.
Full details can be found here!
Clutter to Cash Community Yard Sale
8 a.m. Homes and businesses in Templeton
Garage and yard sales will fill Templeton on Saturday starting at 8 a.m. and lasting into the afternoon. Residents of the Templeton Community Services District are embracing the three R's (reduce, reuse and recycle) with this sale. Everything from appliances to sporting equipment will be available. Printed maps will be available starting at noon on Friday, April 26th.
Full details can be found here!
Sunday, April 28th
SLO County Band Spring Concert
3 p.m. Saint John's Lutheran Church, Arroyo Grande
The San Luis Obispo County Band is presenting its Annual Spring Concert on Sunday. This 3 p.m. show will be presented at Saint John’s Lutheran Church in Arroyo Grande.
Full details can be found here!
WALK for Autism and Resource Fair
Noon to 4 p.m. Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo
The Central Coast Autism Spectrum Center is hosting its 16th Annual WALK for Autism & Resource Fair on Sunday and wants you to join! This year's theme is "Neurodiverse Universe" and kicks off at noon, with vendor booths, child-friendly activities, information, service providers, games, food, and more. The stroll through San Luis Obispo begins at 2:30 p.m. and the fair lasts until 4 p.m. in San Luis Obispo's Mission Plaza.
Full details can be found here!
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