San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market
SLO your stroll through charming streets at the downtown San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market, happening every Thursday night. Food is something to celebrate in San Luis Obispo, CA, and the farmers’ markets scattered around the county are where local farms get to share the fresh produce, and flavorful harvests all year round.
These SLO county farmers’ markets are a full-on foodie festival for the community, featuring live music, local craft goods and so much more.
Thursday Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
In the heart of the city, the San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market on Thursday from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. and spans 5 five blocks of downtown San Luis Obispo. The city transforms into a foodie arena, shutting down Higuera Street and giving visitors the chance to stroll leisurely from merchant to merchant. With more than 120 vendors, the bustling SLO Farmers’ Market offers fresh, locally-grown produce, blooming flowers, farm-to-table dinners for under $10, handmade craft goods and jewelry and live entertainment.
Whether you’re craving fire-roasted corn on the cob, homemade chicken pesto lasagna, teriyaki chicken straight off the grill, or a good old-fashioned slice of pizza, it’s easy to fill your plate (and your stomach) here. Plus, grab some picnic fixings for the weekend, like authentic Mediterranean hummus and pita chips, fresh berries from a local farmer or organic kettle corn.
Live Entertainment at Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Thousands of visitors roam the market each week, enjoying free live music and entertainment. There’s always something new to experience as different local bands take the stage each week. Plus, enjoy fun, kid-friendly activities, including face painting, bounce house and so much more.
Fresh, Seasonal Produce
Try out some of the many deliciously ripe and sustainable fruits and vegetables while strolling through downtown SLO Farmers’ Market. Be sure to taste the apricots and strawberries in spring, tomatoes and figs in summer, apples and persimmons in fall and squash and tomatillos in winter.
Bike Valet Program
The Thursday evening downtown SLO Farmers’ Market also features a bike valet program for guests who wish to cruise through the charming downtown and avoid any parking challenges. Additionally, on the first Thursday of each month, there is a lively Bike Happening following the market, when massive groups of cyclists loop around downtown in costumes—a must-see for any bicycle enthusiast. SLO also offers shuttles, bike rental and other convenient transportation options to make getting around without a car a breeze.
San Luis Obispo County Farmers’ Markets List
Monday
- Baywood/Los Osos, Santa Maria St. between 2nd & 3rd St. – 2:00–4:30 p.m.
Tuesday
- Paso Robles, 11th St. & Spring St. – 9:00 –11:30 a.m.
- San Luis Obispo 224 Tank Farm Rd. (Farm Supply Lot) – 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday
- Arroyo Grande, Smart & Final Parking Lot – 8:30–11:00 a.m.
- Atascadero, Atascadero Sunken Gardens – 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Thursday
- Morro Bay, Spencer’s Fresh Markets Parking Lot on Main Street – 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
- San Luis Obispo, downtown Higuera Street – 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Friday
- Cayucos, Ocean Ave. & D St. {June- August} – 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Cambria, 1000 Main St. – 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- Avila Beach, on the Promenade – Front St. Promenade {May-August} – 4:00 – 8:00 p.m
Saturday
- San Luis Obispo, Embassy Suites Parking Lot on Madonna Road – 8:00 – 10:45 a.m.
- Templeton, Templeton Community Park at 6th & Crocker Street – 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Paso Robles, 11th St. & Spring St. – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Morro Bay, Downtown Main Street – 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- Arroyo Grande, 214 E. Branch St. between Short St. & Mason – 12:00 – 2:30 p.m.
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We ask that you leave your furry friends at home. Due to California health and safety codes and local animal control regulations, dogs are not allowed at downtown SLO Farmers’ Markets. However, San Luis Obispo is very dog-friendly and pets are welcome at many of the city’s local parks, restaurants, hotels and restaurants.
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We suggest getting there early to give yourself plenty of time to find parking. The farmers’ market area is closed to traffic starting at 5:00 p.m. on Thursdays. Market parking is available outside of the marked boundaries. You can also find parking in the garages located on the corner of Palm Street and Morro Street, as well as Marsh Street and Chorro Street adjacent to downtown SLO. These garages offer the first hour free, with an affordable hourly rate for each following hour.
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Some vendors do take cards and cashless payments, but it’s a good idea to bring cash with you for the vendors that are cash-only.