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January Events

  January 05 -- An Afternoon with Di Raimondo's Cheese Shop, Meridian Winery
 
  January 06 -- January Art Reception, Sylvester Winery
 
  January 13-15 -- "Esprit du Vin" Wine Celebration,
Wine festival to celebrate the "Spirit of Wine" at eleven award-winning wineries on Highway 46, East of Paso Robles. Each of the participating wineries hold related events. Includes Bianchi, Chumeia, Clautiere, Eberle, Martin & Weyrich, Meridian, Robert Hall and Sylvester Wineries.
Phone Number: (805) 239.1616
 
  January 19 -- Eberle Winemaker Dinner in the Caves
Wine & Food Education: Join Eberle Winery for a five-course winemaker dinner featuring chef Troy Tolbert of a leading Santa Barbara and Los Olivos Restaurant. Eberle is thrilled to host Chef Tolbert in our beautiful Wild Boar Room in the Eberle Caves! 3810 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $110.00Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.9607
 
  January 20 -- 2005 Wine Release Party
Wine Education: Midlife Crisis Winery is throwing a party to celebrate the release of their 2005 wines. Join them at the tasting room in downtown Paso Robles for fun, food and great wines. 1244 Pine Street Suite A, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $35.00 - $45.00Time: 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.8730
 
  January 20 -- SLOfolks presents Adrian Legg at Castoro Cellars
Live Music: Adrian Legg was voted "Guitarist of the Decade" by Guitarist Magazine and won Guitar Player's readers poll for Best Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitarist for several years running. Castoro Cellars, HWY 46W and Bethel Road, Templeton, CA
Fee: $20.00Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.0725
 
  January 20 - February 18 -- Eagle Watch Tour
Recreation: Saturdays & some Sundays, go out on a 56-foot tour boat on Lake San Antonio. The lake supports about 40 golden and bald eagles. Bring a lunch and enjoy some great bird watching. Space limited - Reservations required. Lake San Antonio, Star Route 2620, Bradley/Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $12.00Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 588.CAMP
 
  January 20 -- "Esprit du Vin" Winemaker Dinner
Wine & Food Education: An evening wine sensory tour with appetizers, all eleven wineries pouring their finest wines, five gourmet food stations and live music by Big Daddy's Blues Band. Held at the beautiful new Robert Hall Winery Reception Hall. Reservations Required.
Fee: $90.00Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.1616
 
  January 26 - 28 -- Art & Wine Festival - Cambria
Festival: Kick-off party Friday night, "Art, Wine & All that Jazz". Friday & Saturday enjoy great local wines, demonstrating arts, special shopping deals, entertainment and gourmet food in the relaxing ambience of a charming seaside village loaded with wonderful galleries and shops. Special wine tasting on Saturday with over 30 wineries present. Artist Faire & BBQ on Sunday. Raffle Prizes, Silent Auction.
Fee: Call for information.Time: Varies by day. Phone Number: (805) 927.3624

 

February Events

  February 2 --  An Afternoon with Cassie's Custom Cakes, Meridian Winery
 
  February 3 -- SLOfolks presents Diana Jones
Live Music: Diana Jones is an award-winning folk singer/songwriter who has appeared on Mountain Stage and on other stages with Del McCoury, Odetta, Cheryl Wheeler, John Gorka, Guy Clark and Darrell Scott. Green Acres Lavender Farm, 8865 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
Fee: $15.00Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 466.0837
 
  February 4 -- "Enchanted Evening" Valentine Dinner Dance
Saturday 6pm, Historic Park Ballroom Music TBA
Phone 805-238-4103
 
  February 10 -- Sweetheart Stroll
Recreation: Stroll through charming downtown Atascadero. More than 30 shops to visit, local artists displays, special restaurant offerings, and dance demonstrations. Special wine tasting, with over 20 wineries pouring! Downtown, near Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, CA
Fee: $5.00Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 462.0177

 
  February 22 -- Bike Race - Amgen Tour of California
Recreation: Watch and cheer as the Tour of California completes the Monterey to SLO leg of its 8-day race thru California. Finishes Thursday in downtown San Luis Obispo at Mission Plaza. Race is modeled after the "Tour de France". 16 professional cycling teams from around the world will participate.
Fee: Free Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 782.2763

 
  February 24 -- SLOfolks presents Mary Flower
Live Music: Mary Flower is "one of the nation's premier fingerstyle Blues guitarists" who "straddles the line between blues and jazz, recalling the spirit of Memphis Minnie". Castoro Cellars, Hwy 46W and Bethel Road, Templeton, CA
Fee: $15.00 Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.0725

 

March Events

  March 02  -- An Afternoon with Matthew's Restaurant, Meridian Winery
 
  March 4 -- Wedding & Special Event Expo
Exhibition: Learn how to make the your wedding or special event even better. Fashion Show. Vendor displays and information. Park Street Ballroom, 1232 Park St - 3rd Floor, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.4103
 
  March 10 - 18 -- PCCHA Spring Round-Up
Recreation: The Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association brings the 5th Annual Spring Round-Up to Paso Robles for a week of top-name competitions, featuring Hall of Fame riders and horses. Over 450 horses from throughout the western U.S. will compete for prize money and prestige. Mid-State Fairgrounds, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.0655
 
  March 16 -- JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery / Mark Kiffin Guest Chef Dinner
 
  March 16 -- Smile & Say Cheese, Sylvester Winery
 
  March 16 - 18 -- Zinfandel Wine Festival
Festival: One of the most comprehensive regional Zinfandel events in the state. The annual weekend is a collection of events including tastings, dinners, silent auctions, open houses at the award-winning Paso Robles wineries, and A Celebration of Zinfandel, a grand tasting and auction. Many wineries hold related events. Mid-State Fairgrounds and Wineries, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: $50.00 - $85.00Time: Varies by day. Phone Number: (805) 239.8463
 
  March 25 -- Atascadero Chamber Music
Live Music: The chamber music of Brahms, Bach and Mozart performed by some of the finest musicians in the world: pianist Edith Orloff, horn player Richard Todd and Grammy Award-winning violinist Kathleen Lenski - beautiful music, up close and personal in an intimate venue. United Methodist Church, 11605 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
Fee: $25.00Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 543.3533

 
  March 30 - April 1 -- Central Coast Equine Experience
Exhibition: Experience hundreds of horses. Informative lectures or clinics by experts on varying subjects such as conditioning, breeding, improving ground manners, equine marketing, horse camping, equine photography, Stop the Bucking and other subjects related to the horse. Shop at exhibitors that feature the latest equine products and services. Mid State Fairgrounds, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: Varies by day. Phone Number: (805) 237.0011
 
  March 31 -- Easter Egg Hunt in the Park
Family Fun: Meet the Easter Bunny, prizes, kiddie rides, food & games. Downtown City Park, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 238.4103
 
 

April Events

  April 06 -- An Afternoon with Panolivo Restaurant, Meridian Winery
 
  April 21 -- Earth Day Food and Wine Festival
Festival: Celebrate with earth friendly cuisine and Support sustainable farmers. Event features sustainably produced food and wines, live entertainment, and eco exhibits. Proceeds to benefit sustainable ag research and farmworker education. Organized by the Central Coast Vineyard Team, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. River Oaks Hot Springs & Spa, Paso Robles, California
Fee: $75 general, $85 reservedTime: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 369.2288
 
  April 21 -- Flea Market - Atascadero
Market: Antiques and collectibles for sale in the beautiful setting of the "Sunken Gardens" at the historic Atascadero Administration Building. Atascadero, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 466.2044
 
  April 22 -- Recycled Treasures Day and Porsche Speedsters & Spyders
Sat. 10am-4pm
City Park
Yard Sale Bargains/Antiques/Cars/Food
 
  April 28 - May 28 -- Annual Sculpture Show by John Olt
Exhibition: Enjoy the annual showing of sculpture in the gardens of John Olt, master sculptor. Bronze, stone, and fiberglass sculptures. Special artist reception opening weekend with wine & appetizers. Olt Studio and Gardens, 6270 Hawk Ridge (off Hog Canyon Road), San Miguel, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 467.3901
 
  April 28 - 29 -- Pine Mountain Music Festival
Festival: Enjoy great music. Entertainers play Americana, folk and bluegrass music. Variety of educational and cultural booths. All held in a beautiful natural amphitheater. Stadium Park, Highway 41 and Capistrano/Hospital Drives, Atascadero, CA
Fee: $35.00 one day; $60.00 two daysTime: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.0063
 
  April 29 -- Paso Robles Kite Fest
Festival: Nationally ranked kite flyers will perform mesmerizing feats as they dance their fantastic kites in the sky at the Annual Paso Robles Kite Fest. Done to colorful narration and awesome music, Kite Fest will provide a rare treat for festival attendees. Barney Schwarz Park, 2970 Union Road, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 237.3988
 
  April 29 -- Farm and Ranch Expo
www.countryfarmandcraftmarket.com .
 Sat.  9am City Park
Vendors, Info & Farm Fun
Click here to apply
 

 

May Events

  May 04 --  An Afternoon with Black Sheep Gourmet, Meridian
  May 03 - 05 15th Annual Hospice du Rhone
Premier Rhone Wine Event in the World.  Wine Makers from around the world get together to learn and share about Rhone wine.
 
  May 12 -- Art Show: A Day in the Shade
Exhibition: Over a dozen of our fine local wineries will be joining the artists for this event. Come and savor a glass of wine as you stroll through the park, enjoying the paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, ceramics and more. Templeton Park, 6th & Crocker, Templeton, CA
 
  March 10 - 18 -- PCCHA Spring Round-Up
Recreation: The Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association brings the 5th Annual Spring Round-Up to Paso Robles for a week of top-name competitions, featuring Hall of Fame riders and horses. Over 450 horses from throughout the western U.S. will compete for prize money and prestige. Mid-State Fairgrounds, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 8 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 239.0655
 
  May 13 -- Mother's Day Brunch, Meridian
  May 19 - 21 -- Wine Festival
Premier Wine Celebration of Paso Robles
Friday Meet the Winemakers Dinners
Saturday City Park: Wine Tasting, Food Booths, Live Bands
www.pasowine.com
Sunday Special Events at the Wineries
 
  May 26 - 28 -- West Coast Kustom Car Show
Custom Cars, Hot Rods from around the country converge on Paso for a fun weekend.
Fri. Crusin' on Spring St. 7-9pm
'50s Street Dance 8pm
Concert in the Park Sat. 7pm
Sat.& Sun. Show & Shine
City Park  8am

 

 

June Events

  June 01 --  An Afternoon with Dining with André, Meridian
 
  June 24 -- Downtown Trading Day
Sat. 9-3pm City Park filled with
Antiques & Garage Sale Bargains.
Call Main St. for entry applications
Click here to Apply

 

July Events

  June 28 - July 1 -- USTRC West Coast Regional Finals
The United States Team Roping Championships brings its West Coast Regional Finals to the central coast for an action-packed weekend of competitions.  California Mid-State Fairgrounds, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (254( 968.0002
  July 4 -- Red, White & Blues Celebration
 Join Robert Hall Winery for our 4th Annual Independence Celebration! Enjoy live music with Big Daddy's Blues Band and scrumptious BBQ. Wine will be available for purchase, as well as treats from Cold Stone Creamery and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Stick around after the concert to enjoy a spectacular fireworks show. 3443 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 239.1616
  July 4 -- 4th of July at Firestone Vineyard - Paso Robles
 Bring your blankets and chairs for front row seats to the local firesworks shows and solo acoustic guitarist Tim Pacheco! We'll be grilling up classic American fare and selling wine by the bottle. Tickets are limited so call or stop by the winery now. 2300 Airport Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 591.8050
  July 4 -- Annual Winery 4th of July Celebration
 Our largest, most spectacular event of the year! bring your low-back lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for a great evening. Enjoy live music, a fabulous firework show, desserts and ice cream. Meridian Vineyards, 7000 Highway 46 East,Paso Robles, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 226.7133
  July 6 - 7 -- Live Acoustic Music at the Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse
Richard Green will be playing live at the Paso Robles Steakhouse on Friday July 6th and Saturday July 7th. Come enjoy all that the Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse has to offer. 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 6 -- An Afternoon with BBQ & Wine
Oddette is back and her BBQ is better than ever! Join us in our Tasting Room for some complimentary BBQ samples paired perfectly with Meridian Vineyards wines. 7000 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 226.7133
  July 6 -- Twilight Concert in the Park
Enjoy Music,
Refreshments, and Hors d'oeuvres in the Park, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number:
238-4103 or 237-3988
  July 7 -- SLOfolks presents Sligo Rags at Green Acres Lavender Farm
Sligo Rags is a high energy Celtic group with touches of bluegrass, country and jazz, doing an excellent version of Hendrix song along with traditional ballads. Green Acres Lavender Farm, 8865 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
Phone Number: (805) 466.0837
  July 11 -- Concert in the Park Templeton
  July 12 - 15 -- Central Coast Wine Classic
Guests embark on four days of fine wines, cuisine, music, art and lifestyle on California's Central Coast. Highlights for this 23nd annual event include dinner at Hearst Castle where guests are seated at a terrace in view of La Casa Grande, the Greco-Roman swimming pool and the Santa Lucia Mountain Range.
Phone Number: (805) 544.1285
  July 13 -- Twilight Concert in the Park
Enjoy Music,
Refreshments, and Hors d'oeuvres in the Park, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number:
238-4103 or 237-3988
  July 13 -- Dorian Michael Live
The Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse invites you to come enjoy dinner and live acoustic music. Come relax while enjoying a culinary delight. 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 13 -- Paso Grand Taste
Paso Robles Wine Country will showcase premium Paso Robles wines at a new walk around tasting event. Over 15 wineries will come together to pour their Paso Robles wines at the new Vina Robles Hospitality Center in Paso Robles. Local culinary masters will be on hand to prepare samplings of wine country cuisine to match the wines being shown. 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 544.1285
  July 13 - 14 -- Julie & The Bad Dogs
Julie & The Bad Dogs play country and road-house rock n' roll live on this Friday & Saturday. Head down to the Cattlemen's Lounge to enjoy a cocktail and great music. Paso Robles Inn Cattlemen's Lounge, 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 13 -- Wineries Wine & Cheese Tasting
The Highway 46 West Wineries Group are having another great Friday night Wine and Cheese Event. The group of 14 wineries will taste out award winning wines. A local leading Italian Market and Cheese Shop will be sampling unique cheese. Breads and pastries will also be provided. Tickets sold at the door. JanKris Winery, 1266 N Bethel Road, Templeton, CA
Phone Number: (805) 423.8303
  July 13 -- Central Coast Wine Classic Dinner
Featuring Raphael Lunetta of JiRaffe from Santa Monica, California. All courses designed to "pair" beautifully with JUSTIN wines. JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.6932
  July 14 - 15 -- Lavender Festival
See the lavender in bloom, over 12,000 plants. Lavender plants and lots of fresh lavender products for sale all day both days. Live music, cooking demo, fashion show. Paid concert Saturday at 6 p.m. Green Acres Lavender Farm, 8865 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA
Phone Number: (805) 466.0837
  July 14 -- Ice Cream "Zoofari" for Kids
 All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream and Entertainment Spectacular to benefit the Charles Paddock Zoo! Ice cream, cake, sodas, entertainment and animals. 9100 Morro Road, Highway 41, Atascadero, CA
Phone Number: (805) 461.5083
  July 15 -- Lazy Locals Concert - Up in the Air
Up in the Air has been entertaining faithful fans on the Central Coast for decades and have become a yearly tradition at Castoro. We love their easy-going world beat rhythms, great vocals and tight harmonies. This music goes perfectly with a picnic. Enjoy! 1315 N. Bethel Road, Templeton, CA
Phone Number: (888) DAM-FNE
  July 11 -- Concert in the Park Templeton
  July 20 -- Twilight Concert in the Park
Enjoy Music,
Refreshments, and Hors d'oeuvres in the Park, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number:
238-4103 or 237-3988
  July 20 -- Daniel Whittington Live
Come spend your Friday night with us at the Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse. We have a culinary delight for each appetite and the great music needed for a relaxing evening with Daniel Whittington playing live. 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 20 - 21 -- Julie & The Bad Dogs
Julie & The Bad Dogs play country and road-house rock n' roll live on this Friday & Saturday. Head down to the Cattlemen's Lounge to enjoy a cocktail and great music. Paso Robles Inn Cattlemen's Lounge, 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 20 -- Sushi Night
Experience an intimate & informative evening as Robert Hall Winery is transformed into a Tokyo style sushi bar! Highlighting fresh fish from all over the world, Chef Jeffery Scott will discuss infinite wine paring possibilities with this historic and disciplined style of cuisine. 3443 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 239.1616x24
  July 20 -- Summer Concert Series at Bianchi
The second of our Summer Concert Series featuring The Mighty Croon Dogs. Bring your own picnic or enjoy a burger from our complimentary burger bar. Wine, water and sodas available for purchase. 3380 Branch Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 226.9922
  July 21 -- Mozart Festival Concert
San Luis Obispo County Mozart Festival will host an evening concert at River Oaks new Amphitheater! The next best thing to Carnaval in Rio. Drums, dance and drama in sizzling Brazilian jazz at the stunning new River Oaks Amphitheater in Paso Robles wine country. 800 Clubhouse Drive, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 21 -- Cinema e Vino at Villicana
Classic film and dinner under the stars! Cinema e Vino presents wine tasting, Tuscan style dinner and the classic film "A Night at the Opera" starring the Marx Brothers. Ticket includes $10 voucher good for wine room purchase. Please call 805-238-0095 for tickets and web site info. 2725 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.0095
  July 21 -- Basil Festival
All things pesto: Best Pesto Contest, basil cuisine, basil beer and dessert of basil ice cream by Doc Burnstein's Ice Cream Lab. Live music, local art, live radio remote, games for kids and more. Charity fundraiser. Sycamore Herb Farm, 2485 Highway 46 West, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.0845
  July 21 -- Farm & Ranch Expo
 Learn "From the Field to Your Table". Expo of every facet of local agriculture. Who produces, how and where. (Olives, nuts, beef and wine are just some of the many local products.) Downtown City Park, Spring St., between 11th & 12th Streets, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.4103
  July 11 -- Concert in the Park Templeton
  July 25 - August 5 -- California Mid-State Fair
Live music, rodeos, bull riding, prize farm animals, arts & crafts displays, live entertainment, carnival rides, rodeos, monster trucks, wine tasting, food and much more at this hugely popular event. Mid State Fairgrounds, 2198 Riverside Avenur, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (800)909.FAIR
  July 27 -- Twilight Concert in the Park
Enjoy Music,
Refreshments, and Hors d'oeuvres in the Park, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number:
238-4103 or 237-3988
  July 27 -- Brett Mitchell Live
Brett Mitchell will be playing live acoustic music at the Steakhouse on Friday July, 27th. Come enjoy music and even better food! Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse, 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 27 - 28 -- Dean Giles & The Paso INNmates
Dean Giles & The Paso INNmates play their classic rock live this Friday & Saturday. Head down to the Cattlemen's Lounge to enjoy a cocktail and great music. Paso Robles Inn Cattlemen's Lounge, 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.2660
  July 28 -- Cinema Under The Stars
This summer you can enjoy warm evenings at the Sunken Gardens, and watch free movies on the large, inflatable movie screen. Show times are approximately 8:15 p.m. Bring your blankets and low back chairs. Fun for the whole family! Tonight's feature: Star Wars. Atascadero, CA
Phone Number: (805) 461.5000
  July 28 -- Cinema e Vino at Cass Winery
Classic film and dinner under the stars! Cinema e Vino presents wine tasting, Tuscan style dinner and the classic film "Big Night" starring Stanley Tucci, Isabella Rosselini, Tony Shahloub. Ticket includes $10 voucher good for wine room purchase. Please call 805-238-0095 for tickets and web site info. 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.0095
  July 28 -- Al Fresco Dinner at Castoro Cellars
Enjoy an absolutely spectacular evening of dinner and music at Castoro Cellars! Virtuoso guitarist Tim Pacheco will provide the perfect backdrop to the culinary delights of chefs Russ and Ben from Two Cooks Catering. Gourmet Italian food served under a canope of stars in the beautiful Tuscan setting. 1315 N. Bethel Road, Templeton, CA
Phone Number: (888) DAM-FINE
  July 30 -- Cinema e Vino at Cass Winery
Classic film and dinner under the stars! Cinema e Vino presents wine tasting, Tuscan style dinner and the classic film "The Pink Panther" starring Peter Sellers. Ticket includes $10 voucher good for wine room purchase. Please call 805-238-0095 for tickets and web site info. 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles, CA
Phone Number: (805) 238.0095