Experience the Central Coast’s Best Live Outdoor Music Concerts

Fresh air, the intoxicating aroma of BBQs, warm, gentle breezes…

It can only mean one thing. Summer is here!

And one of the favorite pastimes on our gorgeous Central Coast is enjoying live music alfresco. 

Stunning scenery, delightful (some would say perfect) weather, and amazing live music. Does it get any better? 

Actually, yes! Read on to find free summer concerts—yes, FREE! 

Just grab your lawn chairs and blankets from storage and enjoy our California sunshine.

San Luis Obispo’s Concerts in Mission Plaza

San Luis Obispo—home to renowned Cal Poly, an amazing farmers market, gourmet eateries, and sensational shopping. What’s not to love? 

Adding to this vibrant town’s appeal is a summer fave among locals—Concerts in the Plaza, the Central Coast’s largest free concert series.

Join in the fun as live music overtakes Mission Plaza on Friday nights. Running through September 6th, opening acts take the stage from 5-6pm followed by main acts from 6-8pm. For more information, including the lineup, check out www.DowntownSLO.com/Concerts.  

Arroyo Grande’s Summer Concerts in the Village

One of the Central Coast’s most charming towns, Arroyo Grande comes to life every summer with the sound of music. This family-friendly event entertains the community on Sundays from 1-3pm through September 22nd at the village’s Heritage Square Park. 

Food, wine, and beer are available for purchase. Please visit www.arroyogrande.org or call (805) 473-5474 with any questions.

Paso Robles’ Concerts in the Park

Gather the family and head to Paso Robles’ Downtown City Park on Thursday evenings for a relaxing summer night of blues, country, rock, and more. Bring your picnic baskets and enjoy the scenery. Wine, beer, water, and soda may be purchased during the concerts. 

Concerts run from 6-8pm through August 22nd. Proceeds from beverage sales benefit a local nonprofit organization, the REC Foundation, providing recreation scholarships to community members. Please direct inquiries to www.prcity.com. 

Grover Beach’s Summer Concert Series

Local and regional bands gather on Sundays from 3-6pm at the Ramona Garden Park for this summer concert series hosted by the City of Grover Beach. Enjoy incredible music, food, activities, and craft booths through August 18th. 

Please contact (805) 473-4580 or email CS@groverbeach.org for further information. You can also visit www.groverbeach.org. 

We can already hear your toes tapping excitedly in anticipation of these crowd-pleasing concerts. 

Can you think of a better way to enjoy the season than basking in the sun while soaking up soulful sounds on our magnificent Central Coast?