Downtown SLO is excited to welcome our community back to the Market. After more than a year of non-operation and reduced capacity as an essential market due to COVID-19, Downtown SLO is thrilled to announce that the Thursday Night Farmers’ Market has returned to full operations, taking over five blocks of Higuera street every Thursday beginning June 17 from 6-9 pm. In addition to the Certified Farmers Market section, which features 25-30 produce vendors each week, Market visitors can now expect to see the following types of vendors when they come Downtown on Thursday nights:

• Certified Farmers offering fresh local produce
• Food Artisans offering pre-sealed to-go food items/ingredients such as bread, pastries, salsa, and more.
• Craft/Home goods such as soap, salves, candles, and more.
• Hot/Cold food, including BBQ, Korean, Indian, tamales, donuts, and more.
• Entertainment, including market favorites like Lord of the Cello (electric cello), Derek Derek (acrobats and juggling), comedy acts, rock covers and more.

Vendors and Entertainment Market Map

In accordance with the state of California reopening guidelines, masks and social distancing will not be required at the Market.

For more information on the market please visit DowntownSLO.com/farmers and follow @DowntownSLOFarmersMarket

Downtown SLO is proud to announce Concerts in the Plaza will be returning this summer 2021! The free summer concert series will run every Friday night, August 6 – September 24. This years’ concert series will feature musical genres across the spectrum — from reggae to pop, soul, California roots rock, and more. Join us each week in Mission Plaza for music, dancing, beverages, and more!

2021 Lineup

August 6 | Damon Castillo Band | Rock N Soul
August 13 | Brass Mash | Hard Pop Brass Band
August 20 | Bear Market Riot | Power-Folk Americana
August 27 | The Kicks | Roots Reggae
September 3 | The Tipsy Gypsies | Retro Pop, Jazz, & Blues
September 10 | Truth About Seafood | Party Rock
September 17 |  Resination | Roots, Rock, Reggae
September 24 | Dante Marsh & The Vibesetters | Soul, Funk, World

Local artist Colleen Gnos created an original work of art to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Concerts in the Plaza season, which features painted depictions of local musicians who have performed around the County. View the art and other assets in the online media kit.

To support the series, Downtown SLO is seeking sponsorship from businesses and individuals. Committed sponsors for the 2021 series include Sunset Honda (title sponsor), Pacific Western Bank, the San Luis Obispo Collection, American Riviera Bank, Megan’s Organic Market, Firestone Walker Brewing Company, Chamisal Vineyards, Jean Marie Cidery, Guaranteed Rate, Splash Cafe, and SLO Credit Union. KSBY, American General Media, New Times, and Digital West are providing in-kind support. The City of San Luis Obispo is our community partner.

Instagram: @concertsintheplaza | Facebook: Concerts in the Plaza

BECOME A SPONSOR.

COVID-19 Safety Acknowledgement

The Downtown SLO team is working in close coordination with local and state authorities to comply with all required COVID-19 health and safety guidelines in place at the time of the season to offer a safe concert experience.

As we approach the August concert dates, we will update this page with more information and policies and will alert guests of the requirements for attendance prior to the concert dates. We will be following the guidance of the State of California Department of Public Health’s Beyond the Blueprint Framework, and any additional safety precautions or measures will be communicated as the season approaches.

In the meantime, if you have specific questions related to the health and safety of the upcoming season, please contact us directly at [email protected].

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Poster art created by Colleen Gnos.

Join us on the Rooftop for music, food & cocktails!

FRI – SAT: 5:30 – 8:30 PM | SUN: 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Enjoy music from local DJs and take in the views of SLO’s sweeping hills and vibrant downtown, from a viewpoint like no other. These events are hosted weekly and open to the public, no cover charge or reservation required.

Savor French-inspired cuisine from our restaurant, Brasserie SLO, and sip on cocktails created by our expert mixologists. We know you’ve been eager to get back out and we’re so thrilled to offer you a poolside experience three nights a week.So grab your crew and join us on the Rooftop Pool Deck!

Check in with our Front Desk upon arrival. All other operating hours are exclusive to hotel guests.