What’s Happening: Oct. 8 – Oct. 14
Thurs. Oct 8
Lenny Kravitz in conversation with Jimmy Fallon
Join the rock legend and the comedian for a discussion about Kravitz’s new book Let Love Rule.
See if you can nab any of the prizes from this virtual game show that takes place every Thursday.
Fri. Oct 9
Their debut album “Hybrid Theory” came out 20 years ago this weekend and to celebrate, Linkin Park is live streaming a never before seen concert. It is from their 2002 Projekt Revolution Tour Las Vegas set. Two showings will be offered 12 hours a part.
They will be playing the entirety of their new album “Wake Up Sunshine.” This is one concert in a multi concert live stream series over the next few weeks. Tickets are $15 for each stream.
Check out Band of Horses’ live stream event if you’re looking for a more folk-rock sound. It is celebrating the anniversary of their second album “Cease to Begin.”
Craving a live music experience? Take a trek down to Ventura, Ca to see the genre-bending band in person … from your car … so you’re safe and socially distant from others.
Keep Your Distance – A Socially Distant Comedy Show
This show is the sixth installment in the comedy series and will be a stream of an actual live performance. This week includes sets from comedians KevOnStage, Zainab, Jonnae, Chaunte, Kennelia, Tyree, and Angel.
“Crazy Funny Asians” Virtual Comedy Show
Featuring sets from San Francisco and the Bay Area’s best Asian comedians, this virtual event happens every Friday. It is free and is hosted by K. Cheng (NBC’s Stand Up for Diversity and Khmers of Comedy
Virtual Happy Hour and Art Class
Another weekly event, for a mere $5, learn how to draw some fun items and all you need is a pen and piece of paper.
“Weird Science”/”Fast Times at Ridgemont High” Double Feature
Every week the Sunset Drive-In projects a double feature, and from Oct. 9 to Oct. 15 the Anthony Michael Hall and Sean Penn classics are it.
Keep the Lights On: Benefit Concert featuring David Burnham
The Keep the Lights on Benefit Concert Series is a way for Musical Theatre West to raise during this time when they aren’t able to produce their large-scale musicals. David Burnham (Wicked, The Light in the Piazza) kicks off the series at 7PM. Tickets are $25.
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will be streaming past performances throughout the weekend. Notable acts for Friday include Spoon, Willie Nelson, Twenty One Pilots, and Billie Eilish.
At Laguna Lake Front Porch will be hosting a socially distant open-mic night so everyone can share their talents with one another. It is at 5pm, so bring a blanket, chair and your roomies!
Sat. Oct 10
If you wanted to do something great for the community, Downtown SLO is organizing a clean up day where you would be cleaning, picking up trash and more.
Gentle Yoga for Terrible Times
Take a break from a stressful week with this free virtual event. No experience is necessary and it includes simple breathing exercises, stretches and guided meditations.
A free virtual comedy show is taking place this weekend featuring the Bay Area’s top African-American comedians, such as Chris Riggins (who opened for Dave Chappelle)
New York-based drag personality Linda Simpson has brought her favorite game from in-person to online for all to enjoy for the small price of $10 each week.
Open Studio Pop-Up Ceramic Sale
A local artist in Pismo Beach is opening up her studio for interested parties to come and browse and purchase her recent creations.
Come down town, in Paso Robles, to California Coast Beer Co. and celebrate the Month of October… just because! The Counterfeit Kings will be rocking the block.
This one’s has all that you love about Oktoberfest in SLO. German food, German beer, games and contests, and of course Trio Internationale.
Happy Camper Patio Concert Series
Join us for Kevin Graybill’s performance from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Beer is served out of our Airstream with a musical performance by a local artist on our outdoor patio.
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will be streaming past performances throughout the weekend. Notable acts for Saturday include, St.Vincent, LCD Soundsystem, Radiohead, and Queens of the Stone Age.
This weekend, a non-partisan voter registration rally is happening in Mitchell Park in San Luis Obispo to encourage the community to get out there and vote on November 3. There will be music, prizes, food, and discussions about what is on the upcoming ballot.
Sun. Oct 11
The Super Sunday Swap Meet is a weekly event hosted at the Sunset Drive-In in San Luis Obispo. Buyers and sellers are welcome, masks are required, and food vendors are open on site.
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will be streaming past performances throughout the weekend. Notable acts for Sunday include Paul McCartney, The XX, My Morning Jacket, and Phish.
Art Pop-up at Whalebird Kombucha
Check out Colleen Gnos’ ocean-themed artwork while you sample the incredible Whalebird Kombucha in their quaint tap room. It’s important to get a little tasty vitamin D these days, right? So take a hop, skip and a jump over to chill with #SurfArt & refreshing #kombucha Oct 1-30, 2020.
