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Events

There’s always something happening in Atascadero! From seasonal festivals and live music to car shows and family-friendly gatherings, Atascadero offers a little something for everyone all year round.

Nov 11 11am

Veterans Day at the Faces of Freedom

The Ceremony will include a flyover by the Estrella Warbirds, the color guard from Cal Poly accompanied by the Pipes and Drums, the National Anthem and TAPS will be performed.

Nov 12 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Nov 14 -
Nov 16 Varies: 4pm-10pm & 12pm-10pm

5th Annual Atascadero Fall Fest

Fun for the Whole Family!

Nov 15 10am - 12 pm

Colony Days Parade!

"Annual Community Celebration"

Nov 19 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Nov 22 2 pm - 5 pm

Cal Poly Football's Atascadero Day!

Nov 26 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Nov 28 -
Dec 21

Christmas at the Santa Margarita Ranch!

Dec 3 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Dec 5 5:30pm - 8pm

Light up the Downtown and Holiday Sip & Shop

Kick off the holiday season with Santa, Fire Truck & Hay Rides, Hot Chocolate, Holiday Sip Shop & more!

Dec 5 -
Jan 11 5pm - 10pm

Garden Lights & Winter Nights!

Dec 6 5:30pm - 9pm

Holiday Musical Walk Around the Lake

A Festive Evening Walk Around the Lake!

Dec 10 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Dec 12 5pm - 9pm

Winter Wonderland

Massive snow slide, snow play areas, bungee jumps, obstacle courses, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and over 50 food and craft vendors await you!

Dec 17 3pm - 5:00pm

Atascadero Farmers Market

Get your FRESH PRODUCE at the Atascadero Farmers Market

Dec 20 10am - 1pm

Holiday Magic at the Central Coast Zoo

Experience the magic of the holiday season as the zookeepers step in to prepare gifts for the animals.

Dec 31

Noon Years Eve at the Central Coast Zoo!

Count down to the New Year at NOON at the Central Coast Zoo!

Jan 30 -
Jan 31

Mother & Son Dance!

"How Sweet it is to be Loved by You!"

Feb 6 -
Feb 7

Father & Daughter Sweetheart Dance!

"How Sweet it is to be Loved by You!"

Feb 13 5:00pm - 8pm

Sweetheart Stroll: SIP & SHOP!

Mar 21 12pm - 4 pm

Central Coast Craft Beer Fest

Let's go tasting!

May 1 5pm - 8pm

FIESTA FRIDAY!- Tamale Festival Weekend

Kick-off the Tamale Festival Weekend with Tamales, & the Downtown "Sip Shop"!

May 2 11am - 7pm

10th Annual Tamale Festival!

“Unwrap the fun at this year’s Tamale Festival!”

Jul 4 2pm - 8pm

Atascadero 4th of July Music Festival at Atascadero Lake Park

4th of July 7th Annual Music Festival!

Sep 5 5pm - 8pm

Brew at the Zoo!

Party with Purpose - Sipping to Support Wildlife Conservation!

Sep 26

10th Annual SHOWDOWN Cornhole Tournament

Come out for a fun day of cornhole!

Oct 23 -
Oct 24 4:30pm - 7:30 pm

Zoo Boo at the Central Coast Zoo

Enjoy a not-too-scary and wild night at the Zoo with a choice of TWO NIGHTS!

Oct 24

5th Annual Bovine Classic

America's 4th Hardest Cow-Themed Gravel Cycling Ride!

Oct 25 10:30am - 12:30pm

Pumpkin Smash at the Central Coast Zoo

Watch as our animals delight in a pumpkin-filled extravaganza!

Nov 7 10am - 3pm

Holiday Boutique

Time to start shopping for the Holidays!