Nine October Events: Savor Autumn! Harvest, Festivals and Celebrations Across SLO County slide in with SLO Safe Ride
- newjoan22
- Sep 30
- 12 min read
Autumn in San Luis Obispo County is more than just a change of season—it’s a feast for the senses. The vineyards come alive with harvest celebrations, Vina Robles lights up with unforgettable concerts, and Cal Poly’s annual fair adds a burst of tradition and community spirit.
From the frothy fun of Oktoberfest to the creative energy of the Open Studios Art Tour, and from the classic Pismo Beach Clam Festival to the fresh flavors of the Central Coast Seafood Festival, there’s something to stir every passion this fall.
Whether you crave fine wine, live music, local art, or coastal flavors, October in SLO County is your invitation to dive in and celebrate.—made even better when you ride in comfort and style with SLO SAFE RIDE!
1. October 3rd — 5th: Laetitia Winery Family Weekend Celebration l Arroyo Grande
Join the Laetitia Family for an unforgettable weekend! From wine tastings and live music to hands-on experiences and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone. Whether you pop in for one event or soak up the whole weekend, it’s all about relaxing, exploring, and celebrating together. They can’t wait to share the memories with you!
What's Happening + When?
Friday, Oct 3rd:
Anniversary Tasting Flight — available 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 4th:
Vineyard Hike — 10:00 AM free
Live Music of Sami Rouissi on the Patio — 2:00 – 3:00 PM, free
Santa Maria BBQ Dinner — 5:30 – 8:00 PM
Fun extras: live music by Paso Libre Band, dunk-the-winemaker, riddling competition, raffle prizes!
Sunday, Oct 5th:
Winemaker ’s Reserve Tasting — 1:00 PM – Press room tasting featuring reserve, library and small lot wines. Enjoy this special tasting hosted by our Owner and Winemaker, Eric Hickey.
Zoo to you Animal Experience —3:00 PM, free – Get up close and personal with the wildlife that surrounds our vineyard like owls, hawks, foxes and snakes.
Make it Extra Special!
Headed to Laetitia’s weekend celebration? Let SLO Safe Ride take care of the driving! From wine tastings and live music to family-friendly fun, we’ll get you there and back safely, comfortably, and in style. Relax, sip, and enjoy—leave the keys to us!"
2. OCTOBER 18TH: Ziggy Marley & Burning Spear — Do The Reggae Tour | 8:00 PM | Vina Robles Amphitheatre l Paso Robles
Don’t miss the nine-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, musician, producer and humanitarian Ziggy Markey who has cultivated a legendary career for close to 40 years.
Spear’s legacy through his music is one of self-reliance and self-determination for the African diaspora.Burning Spear has won two Grammy Awards for Best Reggae Album
Max the experience!
This show will light up the stunning Vina Robles Amphitheatre, one of the Central Coast’s premier outdoor venues. Tucked into the rolling hills of Paso Robles wine country, the amphitheatre offers intimate acoustics, hillside vineyard views, and a luxury concert vibe that’s hard to top. Of course you could purchase our hightop VIP Jardine Table for four to max the experience! Check out what's included below.
SLO Safe Ride is offering an exclusive Premium Jardine Table for Four at the Ziggy Marley & Burning Spear concert. Sip wine or beer under the stars and dance to the beat. Only one table left – RESERVE NOW!
RESERVE NOW! SLO Safe Ride's Premium VIP Jardine Table for Four – Click Here!
SLO Safe Ride is offering the ultimate upgrades:
A Premium Jardine Table for Four – your own private, shaded seating area center stage, with table service, premium views, and room to dance, sip, and sing along without spilling your wine. Local wine and gourmet bites are available right at your fingertips.
Why not enjoy the Ultimate VIP Experience — Pair our VIP Jardine Table with Private Luxury Transportation—because nothing says rock star like rolling up with your own chauffeur.
It’s the perfect setup for a double date, a night with lifelong friends, or a bucket-list bonding moment with your coolest parent. From twinkling lights to the scent of nearby vineyards, it’s a place where unforgettable evenings are made. And on this night, the vibe will be award winning country music!
Why ride with us?
Because you deserve the VIP treatment from door to encore. With SLO Safe Ride you skip the parking lines, the traffic stress, and the post-show logistics. Instead, you get style, safety, and a sweet ride home under the stars—when powerful vocals meet summer warmth, you can’t help but smile and sway.
SLO Safe Ride's started something New in September — Vina Robles Amphitheatre Shuttle between select Paso Robles Hotels and the Shows!
Big news for concert-goers this fall! SLO Safe Ride is excited to announce our brand-new shuttle service to Vina Robles Amphitheatre, making it easier than ever to enjoy a night of music without the hassle of driving or parking. Guests staying at select Paso Robles hotels can now hop on board and ride in comfort straight to the venue—and back again after the show. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or just want a stress-free way to experience live music under the stars, our new shuttle service is the perfect way to elevate your Vina Robles concert experience.
Convenient, reliable rides from select Paso Robles hotels to the venue. Departs 45 minutes before doors or showtime, with return 20 minutes after the concert. Limited seats—reserve early!
Who’s Performing in October?
A Premium Jardine Table — VIP Luxury Transportation and Round-trip Shuttle Service are available for all Concerts with SLO Safe Ride! Call 805.620.7233
October 11th – Estabon Armado
October 18th – Ziggy Marley & Burning Spear
October 25th —Bronco
3. October 6th: ¡Adelante! HSI Symposium | 3:00 –5:00 PM Las Cafeteras Concert & Community Resource Fair
4:00 — 5:00PM l Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Join the Office of University Diversity and Inclusion for an immersive day exploring what becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) means for Cal Poly. Stay for the concert event and community resource fair in the UU Plaza featuring Las Cafeteras.
Las Cafeteras Concert is the closing event during the day-long ¡Adelante! HSI Symposium that engages the campus community at Cal Poly
Cal Poly's Pathway to Becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institution
This event will engage the campus community in Cal Poly's ongoing efforts to holistically serve every student, provide updates on our progress, and present strategies for continued growth. This event will include presentations, panels, workshops and a keynote presentation and closing concert by Las Cafeteras.
Concert featuring Las Cafeteras
Las Cafeteras are remixing roots music as modern day troubadours. They are a sonic explosion of Afro-Mexican rhythms, electronic beats and powerful rhymes that document stories of a community seeking to "build a world where many world fit."
Want to make your Cal Poly-day even more effortless?
SLO Safe Ride is offering safe, laid-back luxury transportation to and from the event. Whether you're heading in from out of town or just want to enjoy the Symposiom, Concert and Fair without the hassle of parking or driving, our private vehicles ensure your experience starts and ends wih enjoyment.
Reserve your spot—and book your ride—today!
4. October 4th: SLO Oktoberfest | 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM l Alex Madonna Expo Center l San Luis Obispo
Get ready—SLO Oktoberfest is back and bigger than ever! Raise a stein of authentic German beer, feast on delicious food, and dance to lively music. With contests, games, and endless fun, this is the ultimate Oktoberfest celebration you won’t want to miss!
Delicious German food and pretzels will be available for purchase, and a free SLO SAFE RIDE shuttle service will run continuously
Event highlights:
Oktoberfest/beer fest hybrid experience, including a stein of Oktoberfest beer and a souvenir tasting mug for unlimited samplings.
Contests and games such as stein holding, beer chugging, trust pour, and best costume competitions.
A qualifying event for the California State Steinholding Championship, with official rules governed by the US Steinholding Association.
A mechanical bull for added fun.
Make It an Oktoberfest to Remember by keeping it safe with SLO Safe Ride
Enhance your Oktoberfest with SLO Safe Ride—the Central Coast’s premier luxury transportation provider with private black car service. You must be 21 to attend event. Please do not drive here if you will be drinking take advantage of our luxury fleet.
5. October SLO CAL Wine Harvest l Edna Valley Wineries
With its ocean-kissed breezes and fertile soils, Edna Valley is where cool-climate grapes thrive and world-class wines are born. This bucolic AVA is famed for its elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, but you’ll also uncover a spectrum of varietals across more than 27 distinct tasting rooms. Enjoy a full month of harvet splendor in this incredible Central Coast region!
How Distinct are Edna Valley Wineries?
Step into a rustic cellar steeped in history or slip into a sleek private lounge for an intimate reserve tasting. Here, award-winning wines crafted by visionary winemakers are putting Edna Valley on the global stage, making the world take notice of this uniquely vibrant and flavorful wine region.
The region is being highlighted for its unique climate, sustainable practices and emerging wine innovations, attracting both visitors and winemakers to its dynamic and growing wine scene.
High Expectations?
The valley's climate, influenced by the Pacific Ocean and Santa Lucia Mountains, provides a long growing season ideal for cool-climate varieties. Every stop tells its own story—whether it’s sipping a crisp vintage on a sun-drenched patio, taking in sweeping views of golden hills and coastal mountains, or wandering past strawberry fields and pumpkin patches that frame the vineyards. Step into a rustic cellar steeped in history or slip into a sleek private lounge for an intimate reserve tasting — high expectations will be fulfilled!
Why will SLO Safe Ride be the Best Choice for Your Wine Tour Adventure?
Experience the beauty and charm of Edna Valley in style with SLO Safe Ride’s luxury transportation. As a company rooted in SLO, our tours reflect an intimate knowledge of the region and its passionate winemakers, giving you insider access to the area’s best wineries and tasting rooms.
Whether you want to follow your palate through award-winning vineyards or uncover hidden gems off the beaten path, we’ll craft a custom itinerary tailored to your tastes, ensuring a seamless, indulgent, and unforgettable wine country adventure.
6. October 11th — 12th & 18th — 19th | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Open Studios Art Tour l San Luis Obispo County
Every October, San Luis Obispo County transforms into one giant gallery. From coastal villages to wine country hills, artists swing open their studio doors and invite you inside their creative world. The Open Studios Art Tour is your chance to wander, discover, and connect—directly with the makers shaping the local art scene.
Art isn’t just something to look at—it’s something to experience.
And during the San Luis Obispo County Open Studios Art Tour, that experience stretches far beyond gallery walls. Over two weekends in October, local artists open their studios and invite you into their creative worlds—giving you the chance to meet the makers, see their process, and explore the vibrant arts scene across the county.
Make the Day encompass wine, beer, cider tastings and food!
With so much ground to cover—from coastal studios to wine country hideaways—why not make the journey part of the adventure? SLO Safe Ride offers luxury transportation that lets you relax, cover more stops in a day, and even mix in a few wineries, breweries, and or local restaurants along the way. It’s the perfect way to turn your self-guided art tour into a full day of discovery, flavor, and inspiration—without the hassle of driving or parking.
7. October 17th | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM l Clam Festival Pirate Party Wine Walk l Pismo Beach
VIP After-Party at Inn at the Pier l 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
October 18th - 19th l Clam Festival Pismo Beach
What's the Vibe?
Since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival has been the ultimate coastal tradition, bringing generations together for three unforgettable days by the Pacific. Every October, the beach comes alive with the aroma of clam chowder, the sound of live music, and the buzz of families and friends gathering to celebrate. From the beloved Clam Parade to the spirited Clam Chowder Cook-Off, there’s no shortage of seaside fun and local flavor.
And what else is Happening?
The festival also packs the weekend with activities for all ages—kids can enjoy games and entertainment in the Kid Zone, while adults sip local wines and craft brews, browse artisan vendors, and dance to live bands against the ocean backdrop. With contests, food booths, and plenty of coastal charm, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival is more than an event—it’s a tradition that keeps the spirit of Pismo alive year after year.
Add to the Fun!
Skip the impossible traffic and parking headaches—book your ride with SLO Safe Ride. Whether it’s just you and a friend or a large group ready to celebrate, you’ll enjoy safe, comfortable and hassle-free transportation straight to the festival fun.
8. October — Paso Robles Harvest Month l Over 200 Wineries Over 100 Events!
Including October 17th — 19th: Harvest Festival Weekend Wineries West 46 l Paso Robles
Harvest Wine Month in Paso Robles is upon us! All month long, wineries roll out specialty tours, winemaker dinners, grape stomps, live music, and more— a highlight being the big weekend celebration — October 17–19.
A centerpiece of Paso Robles' October harvest season, attracting visitors to experience the region's high-quality wines and unique fall atmosphere.
Why October?
With golden days, crisp evenings, and vineyards alive with color and aroma, October is the ultimate time to experience Paso Robles Wine Country. Come raise a glass and celebrate the most exciting season of the year—Harvest!
What's happening on the Harvest Festival Weekend?
Paso Robles 46 West Wineries brings together a spirited group of boutique wineries along the scenic Highway 46 West. With sweeping views, a welcoming vibe, and unforgettable wines, the west side of Paso is where the adventure begins. Harvest Fest Weekend is a time to celebrate the culmination of a year's hard work and dedication.
What's the Perfect Way to Experience Harvest Wine Month?
Make the most of Harvest Wine Month with SLO Safe Ride! From couples’ getaways to group adventures, we’ll take you to Paso’s vineyards bursting with color and aroma in comfort and style. Sit back in our luxury vehicles, enjoy the stunning wine country views and let us handle the driving—so your harvest celebration is fun, safe, and completely hassle-free.
9. October 18th: Harbor & Seafood Festival l 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM l Santa Barbara Harbor
Savor the abundance of the Santa Barbara Channel at the 2025 Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival! During this annual event, attendees get the opportunity to meet the fishermen who catch and harvest the high-quality, fresh-off-the-boat seafood sourced sustainably from local waters.
Come enjoy an abundance of sustainably harvested high-quality seafood. Meet fishermen face-to-face.
Why It’s a must:
Celebrate Santa Barbara Channel’s bounty and the commercial fishermen who harvest it and are luring seafood lovers to Santa Barbara Harbor for one of our community’s most cherished events. Select local fresh-caught lobster, crab, and sea urchin “uni”. Visit specialty food booths for fish tacos, oysters, mussels, barbequed albacore, clam chowder, seafood paella and more.
Not to be missed!
Timed to celebrate the opening of lobster season, the festival showcases fresh, regional seafood in addition to live music, maritime education, free boat rides, children’s activities, vessel tours, merchant goodies, and more. Fun for absolutely every age!
Go full sailor spirit—without the traffic jams or the parking battles!
SLO Safe Ride is your first-class vessel on land. After savoring fresh lobster, crab, and prawns at the harbor, keep the adventure afloat with a scenic ride along the coast or into wine country. From ocean breeze to vineyard views, we’ll handle the navigation so you can indulge in Santa Barbara’s finest flavors with comfort, style, and peace of minThe Vibe
Step into the charm of Paso Robles wine country for an unforgettable night at Hartley Farms—nestled along scenic Estrella Road in the heart of San Miguel. As the sun sets and the stars emerge, sip, dine, and dance your way through an open-air experience like no other.
Did you know SLO Safe Ride won Sunset Magazine's "How To Get There —California" Award?
We’re absolutely thrilled to share that SLO Safe Ride has been recognized by Sunset Magazine with a 2025 Travel Award in the prestigious “How to Get There” category—a true honor in the West’s top travel recognition! As a ground transportation provider that outfits any occasion in style—from weddings and wine tours to luxury charters and corporate events—this win reaffirms our commitment to blending comfort, reliability, and a touch of luxury into every trip. It’s incredibly rewarding to know our dedication to making journeys as seamless as the destinations themselves has been celebrated by one of the West’s most trusted travel voices. And for our readers and clients—this means you can continue to count on us to elevate your transportation, whether you're headed to a scenic getaway, a gala, or simply exploring our beautiful region.
Ready to Ride into October? Here’s how to make the most of it:
Lock in your SLO Safe Ride early. Popular dates fill up fast.
Group going out? Charter a private shuttle and ride together in comfort and style.
Just two of you? Book a scheduled pickup and skip the rideshare roulette.
Need help planning? We can help coordinate pickups for events, wine tours & more.
Whether you’re savoring world-class wines, strolling through a festival, or dancing the night away, September is packed with opportunities to celebrate.
And with SLO Safe Ride handling the driving, you can skip the hassle of traffic, parking, and post-party worries—just relax and enjoy!
Reserve your ride now at SLOSafeRide.com — and make this September memorable.
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