Get ready to paint the town green and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style! This March, join us in honoring the luck of the Irish with lively festivities that are sure to put a smile on your face. But that’s not all – we’re also celebrating Women’s History Month with At Her Table a 7 Day County Wide Food Festival celebrating women. San Luis Obispo is a hub of diverse events, and we’re thrilled to bring you the best of the best. So whether you’re in the mood for some Irish cheer or a bit of feminist inspiration, come out and show your support for our amazing local businesses. From exciting parades to thought-provoking exhibitions, there’s no shortage of ways to have fun and give back to our community. So mark your calendars and get ready to have a blast!
1Defining Her Future (San Luis Obispo) – Friday, March 3 @ 8a
This amazing and immersive event will feature networking opportunities with inspiring industry professionals, executive breakout panels, and the opportunity to acquire skills that help you grow as a leader in your personal and professional life. It is free and open to students from all majors, backgrounds, and identities.
2Art After Dark (San Luis Obispo) – Friday, March 3 @ 5p
Art After Dark is a self-guided art walk that allows the community to experience visual, literary and performing art in galleries and other venues during the first, second and fourth weeks of each month.
3FIRST FRIDAYS! (Atascadero) – Friday, March 3 @ 5:30p
Visit Atascadero for date night or an evening with the family, the Downtown has a variety of businesses to enjoy from eating establishments to boutique shops to entertainment! This Friday enjoy LuLu and The Chaos at City Hall plus enjoy the Vintage & Artisan Street Fair!
4Paso Robles Silvermoon Race & Wine Walk (Paso Robles) – March 4-5
Experience running through the CASS vineyard, starting before sunset going under the vibrant full moon night, and into the sunrise. OR Stroll through the vineyard with a glass of vino in hand for our 2-Mile Wine Walk & Race Afterparty!
5Pair With X Edible SLO Magazine: Wine and Dine Around (Paso Robles) Monday, March 6 @ 5p – SOLD OUT
Chef Rachel Ponce and Edible SLO Magazine invite you to an afternoon of delicious food and wine pairings celebrating five badass female winemakers, with music by nationally renowned Electric Violinist Emily V and DJ Jteeny.
6Beyond Basic – Breaking Doors and Ceilings (Paso Robles) – Tuesday, March 7th (various times)
Experience six deliciously diverse wines made by three extraordinary women sharing how they are forging their paths. Meet independent wine producers – Arianna Spoto (Arianna Wines), Glenna Thompson (Symbiosis Wines) and Nancy Ulloa (Ulloa Cellars)
7Orange Wine & Chakra Pairing (Paso Robles) – Tueday, March 7 @ 5p
Join Timshel Winery for an evening of wine & cheese and connecting with your Solar Charka.
8Bar Takeover : In the Spirit of Women (San Luis Obisp) – Tuesday, March 7 @ 5p
Visit Nightcap in Granada Hotel and Bistro for a special night with Dominique Gonzales from Root Elixirs and Monica from Re: Find Distillery as they mix delicious cocktails.
9Soured Breads from Many Cultures – Fermentation Class (Pismo Beach) – Tuesday, March 7 @ 5:30p
Join microbe mavens Jennifer of Kulturhaus Brewing and Monika of Colony Culture! Learn about traditional sourdough technique to make loaves, pizza & naan as well as gluten-free fermented flatbreads such as dosa & injera!
Join Jaime Lewis of the Consumed Podcast for Apron Strings: A conversation about motherhood and the hospitality industry. This live recording before an audience will be happening at There Does Not Exist. Featured panelists include: Shanny Covey (Luna Red, Robin’s), Feben Teffera (Ebony SLO), Brittany Gonsalves (Central Coast Tacos), and Sam Whittaker (Bing’s Bao Buns).
11The Feast & Fair (San Luis Obispo) – Wednesday, March 8 @ 10a
Get ready to elevate your picnic game and join Kindred Oak Farm for a fun-filled day of farm-fresh fare, crafting, and community! We’re proud to partner with Chef Candice Custodio and a collection of local craftswomen and female artisans selling their one-of-a-kind creations.
Meet Riley Roddick and Molly Lonborg at the Paso Robles Wine Merchant for their Women Winemaker Event. Enjoy a flight, glass, or bottle of their featured Hubba and Little Soul Wines.
13At Her Table: “UNTAMED” Dinner (Paso Robles) – Wednesday, March 8 @ 5:30p
On March 8th, At Her Table will be hosting its headlining event, the “Untamed” Dinner, on Wednesday, March 8th – International Women’s Day at Barton Family Wines in Paso Robles. Celebrate women in a powerful evening of food and wine. Four chefs and four winemakers will be coming together under one roof to create an unforgettable dining experience.
14Epicurean Vegan Cheese & Charcuterie Experience (Paso Robles) – March 9 @ 4p
Join Jennifer Golden, seasoned Vegan Cheesemaker and owner of The Vreamery, for an epic vegan tasting that will showcase the most distinguished Vegan Cheese and Charcuterie currently being produced from all across the country.
This event will encompass a vineyard and estate tour of Stay on the Vineyard along with a multiple course brunch by Chef Candice paired with wine from Stilson Cellars.
Enjoy inspiring works of art by our friend and local abstract artist, Jeanne Tierno, and experience Pelletiere Estate’s Italian-focused wine by the glass deliciously paired with cheese from the genius LouLou Cheese Girl.
17Sunset Dinner & Wine Pairing (Pismo Beach) – Friday, March 10 @ 4:30p
Enjoy a five coursed plated dinner by Sunsets at Pismo with wine pairing by Arianna Wines.
18Taste At Her Table: Tin City’s Leading Ladies (Paso Robles) – Saturday, March 11 @ 10:45a
Paso Robles – Join Toast Tours for an exclusive walking tour highlighting & supporting some awesome local women & their businesses in the infamous Tin City.
19Morro Bay Block Party (Morro Bay) – Saturday, March 11 @ 11a
Come shop small in the heart of Morro Bay! Enjoy a community & family-friendly street fair boasting 30+ local businesses, brands, artists, designers, makers – food trucks – live music – food & drinks & more! Come
20Spring is here: Blooms, Bites & Wine! (Paso Robles) – Saturday, March 11 @ 11a
Enjoy a floral arranging class featuring the freshest in season blooms by Colline Flowers. There will be delicious bites created by In Bloom & wine by Fulldraw Vineyard.
San Luis Obispo – Hop on the Be Hoppy Bus for this At Her Table event and meet the women behind some of the best craft beverages in the San Luis Obispo area. Tour includes transportation, beer, wine and cider tastings along with lunch, cheeses and charcuteries.
22Wine Aroma Workshop (Paso Robles) – Saturday, March 11 @ 12p
Identifying aromas in wine is a skill that can enhance the tasting experience immensely. And, it’s a skill that you can develop – not a talent. Please join Glenna of Symbiosis Wines for a training and practice session in “olfaction” – the act of detecting smells.
Skate Safari is an unforgettable music & skate experience highlighting community, art, music, and central coast culture, at Vert Jungle.
24 At Her Table Street Festival (Atascadero) – Sunday, March 12 @ 10a
End Women’s Week with a bang! Support local, women-owned food and beverage companies at a street festival in downtown Atascadero. Food and drinks will be available for purchase by individual vendors, and can be enjoyed with live music
Join Jill Tweedie of Breakaway Tours, and her cool cat lady friends on this VIP Wine Tour through SLO Coast Wine. Meet taste with Louisa Lindquist of Verdad in the vineyard Paula Dooley of Stephen Ross in her cellar plus a tasty lunch at TASTE!
26Boozy High Tea Party (San Luis Obispo) – Sunday, March 12 @ 12p & 2p
Saints Barrel Wine Bar is hosting a boozy tea party featuring Secret Garden Herb Shop Teas, Bramble Pie Company, Breda SLO’s gourmet chocolates. Each ticket will include a sparkling wine flight, Breda SLO gourmet chocolates, high tea towers, pots of Secret Garden Tea & Catci Coffee, & special brunch bites by Garrett Morris.
273 Babes’ Brunch & Vineyard Tour w/ Alma Ayon La Chef (Paso Robles) – Sunday, March 12 @ 12:30p
This event will encompass a vineyard and estate tour of Stay on the Vineyard along with a multiple course brunch by Chef Alma Ayon paired with wine from Stilson Cellars.
Experience the world of vermouth like never before at The Haven in Arroyo Grande. Enjoy an evening of discovery as Riley Hubba of Hubba Wines guides you through the rich history, origins and production of vermouth, sharing her own personal recipes and insights. Brooke Town of The Spoon Trade will also be on hand to provide a unique perspective by highlighting the work of other female vermouth producers.
Enjoy a multi course plated dinner by Shekamoo Grill featuring Middle Eastern cuisine and wine pairing at San Luis Obispo – Saucelito Canyon.
30Brewer’s Dinner (Atascadero) – Sunday March 12 @ 6p
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind culinary experience as Monika from Colony Culture takes you on a culinary journey through her family history. Using only the freshest and locally sourced ingredients, each dish will be expertly crafted and paired with the perfect beer or hard seltzer from Colony Mash Brewing. You won’t want to miss this intimate dinner with ONLY 16 SEATS.
31Leprechaun Lost (San Luis Obispo) – Thursday, March 16 @ 6p
Join Parks & Recreation staff for a St. Patrick’s Day themed scavenger hunt beginning at Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market.
32St. Patrick’s Day @ Cal Coast Beer Co. (Paso Robles) – Friday, March 17 @ 12p
Join us for shenanigans, green beers, and live music! Earn tokens that can be tossed into the “pot of gold” for a prize.
33St Pattys Day ~ RAGGED JUBILEE + THE BOGEYS (San Luis Obispo) – Friday, March 17 @ 7p
SLO Brew Rock will be hosting the ALBUM RELEASE show with RAGGED JUBILEE! There will be a special support set from THE BOGEYS and this all takes place on St Pattys Day!
34Lumina Nights 2023 (San Luis Obispo) – Saturday, March 18 @ 4p
The spectacular Lumina Nights gala will be an evening filled with music, wine, dining, and dancing at the beautiful Rava Winery in Paso Robles. Celebrate those leaders making an impact in the movement to end gender-based violence.
35SLO Coast Wine Classic (Pismo Beach) – March 24-26
Join the winemakers of the SLO Coast AVA to highlight the uniqueness of the wine community on the San Luis Obispo Coast. The weekend will be filled with wine pairings, wine seminars, fantastic food, and opportunities to mingle with winemakers and fellow wine lovers.
36Central Coast Craft Beer Festival 2023 (Atascadero) – Saturday, March 25 @ 12p
Join us for the 5th annual Central Coast Craft Beer Fest at the famous Sunken Gardens in beautiful Atascadero.
37Mid-State Fair Spring Market (Paso Robles) – March 24-26
The Mid-State Fair Market at the Paso Robles Event Center features local crafters and artisans selling handmade and unique items.
38Taste Around the World (Paso Robles) – March 26 @ 11a
Come Enjoy an Array of Wines Paired with Popular Lite Bites that are Inspired by five Countries from Around the World.
39Central Coast Bridal Fair (San Luis Obispo) – March 26 @ 12p
Please join us for this free one-of-a-kind bridal fair experience, a one stop shop where you’ll locate your ideal wedding professionals.
