Enjoy new summer events in San Luis Obispo

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

Summer events in San Luis Obispo

—San Luis Obispo offers an abundance of events this summer, providing endless opportunities to connect, celebrate, learn and be entertained. With a variety of activities to choose from, there’s something for everyone.

Concerts in the Plaza

Through September 6, every Friday evening 5-8 p.m.—Downtown SLO hosts Concerts in the Plaza, the largest concert series on the Central Coast.  Get the full schedule of free performances at downtownslo.com/events/concerts.

Central Coast Shakespeare Festival

Through August 11—Tickets are on sale now for The Central Coast Shakespeare Festival. Located outdoors at Filipponi Ranch, 1850 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo. Bring standard-height lawn chair and a picnic meal to watch drama unfold under the stars and trees. Filipponi Ranch wine is available by the glass. For tickets and times, visit centralcoastshakespeare.org.

Colors of Conservation

August 9 -10—The Land Conservancy of SLO County is  hosting the Colors of Conservation art show on August 9 from 5-8 p.m. and August 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Octagon Barn, 4400 Octagon Way, San Luis Obispo, featuring art sales and live painting demonstrations by San Luis Obispo Painters for the Environment. A portion of the sales are donated to The Land Conservancy. The event is free but RSVP is asked. Sign up at my805tix.com/e/colors-of-conservation-art-show.

SLO Overdose Awareness Day

August 31, 2-4 p.m.—SLO Overdose Awareness Day, Mitchell Park, 1400 Osos St., in San Luis Obispo. It’s a day of learning and remembering for anyone affected by overdose or substance abuse and for those who wish to learn more about the issue. There will be a resource fair, a memorial and a candle-lighting ceremony. To register and for more information visit sloendoverdose.org/events.

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