Did you know that San Luis Obispo County is home to one of the oldest and largest Farmers Markets in the USA?
It's true - every Thursday night since 1983 the City of San Luis Obispo has been hosting their Farmers Market in the charming downtown area. Higuera Street is blocked off, and dozens of farmers set up their farm stands. Booths are also set up by local restaurants, businesses, and other local organizations. Free street musicians add to the fun, as well as a giant cuddly "Downtown Brown" bear who there to offer free hugs to kids.
At our many Farmers Markets through out San Luis Obispo County, thousands of people come to taste the free samples, buy fresh food at great prices and enjoy the whole family fun atmosphere. Come out and shake the hand that feeds you!
So no matter where you stay in San Luis Obispo County, a fun Farmers Market is close!
San Luis Obispo County Farmers Market Schedule
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Little known fact - in the early 1980's, the city of SLO blocked off Higuera Street to prevent kids cruising in cars on Thursday evenings. Legend has it that with streets blocked off, there was an unsuccessful attempt to set up Volleyball games on the empty streets. Finally, a local resident came back from a trip to Italy with the idea of using the empty street for a Farmers Market like they had enjoyed there. The rest is history...
