Community Calendar

Our Pumpkin Patch is officially open for the season! All of our pumpkins are thoughtfully grown by 46 Ranch and come in sizes ranging from mini to jumbo, so there’s something for everyone. It’s the perfect seasonal outing to celebrate autumn with family, friends, or just a nice stroll through the patch. Open daily until October 31.

Meals That Connect is excited to announce the return of the SLO Pickle Festival. This event is a celebration of all things pickle—perfect for foodies, local supporters, and anyone looking for a uniquely "dill-lightful" experience. Local wineries, breweries, restaurants, and shops will serve unlimited pickle-inspired tastings and bites for attendees to enjoy while listening to live music.

All tickets include a commemorative SLO Pickle Festival Cup, a printed map of all vendors/activities, a wristband granting full access into the event, and a souvenir shopping tote bag. This event is for ages 21+ only, and a valid ID must be provided.

Proceeds benefit Meals That Connect, the nonprofit senior nutrition program that serves overs 200,000 meals annually across San Luis Obispo County.

Bars and Bounce is a sneaky way to get fit. Build whole-body strength swinging on bars and bouncing on trampolines! So much fun you don’t even notice it’s a workout. No experience is necessary, so fly away with us at Bars & Bounce. Ages 5 to 17 years.

Come and join us on the Ebony Ethiopian patio (formerly Bliss Cafe) by the creek in the shadow of the San Luis Mission for an afternoon of your favorite tunes. Eat some amazing local Ethiopian food while you rock out. The New Analog (local funk) will be opening up at 3:00 and Supply Chain Band will be taking the stage at 4:00.

Explore the bands on Instagram @supply_chain_band, @the_new_analog.

Experience the joy of community with the Center for Family Strengthening as we come together at the 2025 OktoberFest hosted by our friends at St. James Episcopal Church to support our North County NeighborAid project.

Savor German flavors, dance to the lively beats of the Polkaateers-Infamous Oompah Band, and share in the warmth of friendship and community.

Ticket includes a variety of German delicacies and 2 Adult Beverages.

Abba-mania reigns supreme as the eight-piece production show 'ABBA LA' performs all the greatest hits of one of the world's most beloved pop Super-Groups of the 70's: ABBA!
From the smash pop stage musical Mamma Mia to all the international pop chart faves that made this ensemble famous, you'll hear (and see) all the costumes, and lights of the original ABBA shows, duplicated to near perfection.

The SLO Swap Meet is family and pet friendly, every Sunday morning from 6 am to 2 pm. Parking is free outside of the gates. Over 100 vendors to browse, food trucks and a concession stand fill the drive in lot.

Admission is $1.00. Cash only.

The Arroyo Grande Summer Concert Series kicks off on July 4th with two concerts (11 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 4 pm) and then continues every Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the beautiful Bandstand in Heritage Square Park. Food, beer, and wine available. Family friendly, bring your lawn chairs.

Up in the Air will play it's unique blend of upbeat originals along with some danceable familiar favorites.

Calling all crafty, caring, pet-loving kids! Care Crew members will have the opportunity to join us in filling Kongs for our canines to enjoy in their kennels, crafting homemade pet toys, and creating art to help showcase our adoptable animals. Care Crew will be held at our San Luis Obispo location on Sundays from 2:00 to 3:30 pm.