A lot is happening across the Central Coast as we near the end of the work week and the start of May. Here are six fun things to do this weekend, from Thursday, May 1, through Sunday, May 4, plus a few extra!
RocketTown Comic-Con
Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lompoc Middle School Gym
This weekend, the Lompoc Middle School gym will host the third annual RocketTown Comic-Con! From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, check out the celebration of all things comic book culture, including cosplay contests, meet and greets, autograph opportunities and more!
Full details and tickets can be found at this link!
Cruisin' Morro Bay Car Show
May 1-3, Morro Bay
Head out to Morro Bay May 1-3 for the 29th annual Cruisin’ Morro Bay Car Show! Starting Thursday evening, rare cars will begin arriving in Morro Bay for registration. On Friday, secure a spot on Main Street for Cruise Night at 6 p.m. as classic and other rare cars cruise by. Plus, catch the show and shine all day Saturday.
Full details can be found here!
Shabang Music Festival
May 2-3, Dairy Creek Golf Course, San Luis Obispo
Enjoy the ultimate adult playground of music, art installations, experiences and so much more this weekend at the Shabang Music Festival! Friday and Saturday, Dairy Creek Golf Course will host this celebration of music and fun! Two-day general admission starts at $279.
Full details can be found here!
City of Atascadero 9th annual Tamale Festival
Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3, Sunken Gardens, Atascadero
This weekend, the Atascadero Sunken Gardens will turn into a paradise of flavor at the 9th annual Tamale Festival! The fun starts with a sneak peek of the vendors during Fiesta Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. On Saturday, the festival will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with vendors, live music, photo opportunities and pet costume contests.
Full details can be found here!
First Fridays SLOMA
Friday, May 2, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
Visit the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Friday night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for music, wine tastings and an exhibition opening during the May "First Friday" gathering! This event is part of a year-long series that will bring fun each month on the first Friday!
Full details can be found here!
Chumash Earth Day
Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kitiyepumu’ Park, 100 Via Juana Lane, Santa Ynez Reservation
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians presents its annual Earth Day celebration with activities for all ages, including tree plantings, arts and crafts, live music, raffle prizes, and more.
Full details can be found here!
Buellton Brew Fest
Saturday, May 3, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. River View Park, Buellton
The 12th annual Buellton Brew Fest is back at River View Park on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. More than 55 breweries will be joined by food trucks, lawn games and live music from Country Nation, Will Breman and DJ Peete. Tickets start at $55 per person.
Full details can be found here!
AAPI SLO Festival
Sunday, May 4, Noon to 3 p.m. SLO Public Market
Performances, vendors, food and so much more will fill the SLO Public Market this Sunday for the 4th annual Asian American and Pacific Islander SLO Festival! Booths will open at noon with the celebration of AAPI fun through 3 p.m.
Full details can be found here!
Cambria Bee, Butterfly and Bat Faire
Sunday, May 4, Noon to 4 p.m. Cambria Historical Museum
Turn your focus to the pollinators Sunday at the Cambria Bee, Butterfly and Bat Faire! From noon to 4 p.m., the Cambria Historical Museum will present informative speakers, exhibitors and a silent auction all to raise awareness about the challenges faced by bees and other pollinators. Plus, pets can dress up and participate in the Buzzy Pets Parade.
Full details can be found here!
Sip 'n' Saunter Downtown SLO
Sunday, May 4, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 49 locations in Downtown San Luis Obispo
It is time to Sip 'n' Saunter your way around Downtown San Luis Obispo this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Nearly 50 downtown retailers will host food and drink tastings, live music and more. Tickets are limited and start at $75.
Full details can be found here!
More events to check out!
Cal Poly Cello Fest
"I Hate Hamlet" at the SLO Repertory Theatre
Folk Dance Festival 2025 "May Day in the Village"
Scout Troop 322 Hot Dog Sale/Fundraiser at Miners Ace Hardware
“Fun in the Sun” Walk & Roll Inclusion Awareness Event
Lazarus College Pop-up event
Marc Abrahams on humor in science
Cuesta Concord Chorus "The sacred and the profane"
Central Coast Comedy Theater Improv Show at Bang the Drum Brewery
Cuesta College Fourth Annual Ethnic Studies Teach-In: "Respect Our Existence!"
Central Coast STEM Expo
Lompoc Theatre Project Groundbreaking for Historic Theatre Renovations
Roar and Pour Santa Barbara Zoo
Paso Robles Cinco de Mayo Celebration
SBMNH Astro Fest
