Community Calendar

With traditional stories, music and dance, and performances by Danza Azteca Tonantzin Arroyo Grande, Ballet Folklórico Corazón de la Costa, Ballet Folklórico de Sacramento and Mariachi Mexicanismo, this special Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event celebrates and honors our ancestors through the exploration of Latin American culture and traditions.

Latin American culture is a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of pre-Columbian civilizations, European colonization, and the struggle for independence. Indigenous cultures, like the Aztecs, flourished before European arrival. The Spanish and Portuguese conquered the region, leading to the establishment of vast colonial empires and the mixing of indigenous, European, and African cultures. In the early 19th century, revolutions swept through Latin America, establishing independent nations. Stories, music and dance reflect this history, the blend of diverse cultures, and the spirit of the people, our ancestors, remembered and honored by this event.

This event benefits the work of the Promotores Collaborative of San Luis Obispo’s whose mission is to build, foster, and support a network of “Promotores” – trained community health workers. A program of the Center for Family Strengthening, Promotores envisions sustainable, comprehensive access to healthcare and services among all members of the community.

Step into the magical world of Cinderella, live on stage. The beloved fairy tale comes to life in a spectacular Broadway-style production that delights all ages, blending humor, romance, and the timeless majesty of classical ballet.

World Ballet Company’s Cinderella features a dazzling cast of 40 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, exquisite hand-crafted sets, and enchanting choreography by Marina Kesler. From the mischievous evil stepsisters to the breathtaking ballroom scenes, every moment is filled with charm, wonder and everything you’ve loved about this story for years.

Join us for an unforgettable journey of magic, beauty, and the promise of "happily ever after." But remember, when the clock strikes midnight, everything will change…

Waltz into a World of Wonder at the Vina Robles Tasting Room. Celebrate the season with an enchanting evening in support of the performing arts.
Your evening includes:
—Fine wine & hors d’oeuvres
—An exclusive sneak peek of The Nutcracker 2025
—DJ & dancing
—Photo opportunities with the Nutcracker cast
—A festive holiday boutique
—Raffle prizes featuring local goods and Nutcracker tickets

Everybody Can DANCE performed the first Nutcracker ballet on the Central Coast in the Santa Maria Town Center Mall in December 1987. Since then, Artistic Director Diane Rose Zink has continued to enhance and embellish her production of Tchaikovsky’s glorious ballet as a holiday gift to the community.

This year's production features rising local star Kai Belmonte as the Nutcracker Prince, and Everybody Can DANCE alumni Olivia Hugh and Jordan McCormick as Sugar Plum and her Cavalier.

Everybody Can DANCE performed the first Nutcracker ballet on the Central Coast in the Santa Maria Town Center Mall in December 1987. Since then, Artistic Director Diane Rose Zink has continued to enhance and embellish her production of Tchaikovsky’s glorious ballet as a holiday gift to the community.

This year's production features rising local star Kai Belmonte as the Nutcracker Prince, and Everybody Can DANCE alumni Olivia Hugh and Jordan McCormick as Sugar Plum and her Cavalier.