Things to do in Arroyo Grande in December

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Overview

December is a good time to visit Arroyo Grande. The weather is usually moderately chilly and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 47—62°F (8—16°C).

Arroyo Grande has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your December trip to Arroyo Grande. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to December. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Arroyo Grande in December. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout December, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Weather in Arroyo Grande in December

Temperatures on an average day in Arroyo Grande in December

The average temperature in Arroyo Grande in December for a typical day ranges from a high of 62°F (16°C) to a low of 47°F (8°C). Some would describe the temperature to be moderately chilly. The general area may also feel breezy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Arroyo Grande, August, has days with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows of 60°F (15°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 62°F (17°C) and lows of 46°F (8°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Arroyo Grande in December based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in December
62°F
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General weather summary

Moderately chilly, breezy
Feels like
17%
Chance of rain
0.076 in
Amount
12.7 mph
Wind speed
63%
Humidity
9.8 hrs
Daylight length
7:01 AM
Sunrise
4:52 PM
Sunset
55%
Cloud cover
Sweater
What to wear
What to wear in December
With an average high of 62°F (16°C) and a low of 47°F (8°C), it generally feels moderately chilly and breezy. With that in mind, most people would dress in something moderately warm like a sweater
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Best attractions for Arroyo Grande in December

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Arroyo Grande has to offer for travelers in December, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Arroyo Grande that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Arroyo Grande for December.
Laetitia Vineyard & Winery
1. Laetitia Vineyard & Winery
4.7
(734)
Winery
Food & Drink
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Spent an enjoyable afternoon, trying the champagne flight, which was delicious. The wine pourer was very knowledgeable. The views at this location are amazing. They have multiple private seat options located all over the property. Should you come with a large party several areas would be perfect. They do allow you to bring your own food which is awesome, because a lot of the wineries do not allow that. There have a bocce court there too! The 2020 Brut De Blancs and the 2020 Brut Rose would definitely my two favorites. I would certainly give this winery a thumbs up and 5 stars!
Great wine, great champagne, welcoming service (shout out to Laura), & delightful cheese board. Great location. Excellent portions. This was an amazing experience.
You have to come to this winery! So hard to find a good Pinot and this has it! Staff is fabulous and the vibe here is wonderful!
Known for its sparkling wines but honestly the reds were amazing as well. Best of all service was friendly and flexible. Dogs welcome. Thank you Haley for doing a great job with us.
I have to admit I was first shocked with another winery charging $30 for a flight. Thought to myself ‘this is out of hand’. But, I ended up warming up to the place. Brandon was very nice and the pouring was not ‘a few drops’ like some wineries do. We also got just one flight since my wife does not drink much at all. The setting is nice even if noisy due the 101 proximity. Wine are good. We did the state flight (not the Bible’s they are more famous for). These wines seemed unique, not what one buys in the groceries store.
On a roadtrip and one of my favorite things to do is to stop into a vineyard for a tasting, to relax and break up the drive. This is my ABSOLUTE favorite vineyard so far. Every single wine was delicious (I usually will skip one due to flavor profile but NOT here. They were all different but delicious.) The service was just as phenomenal (thank you, Laura)! Great atmosphere too. Thank you for making us feel like friends 🥰 We will tell every wine lover we know about your wonderful place 🩷
Heather was a great host. She was very professional and had a great depth of knowledge about different kinds of selections in house. Highly recommend this place!
Very nice place. lots of seating outside. Personally I don't think there's a lot of wine choices, there's no sweet wines. Parking lot sort of small.
Lopez Lake Recreation Area
2. Lopez Lake Recreation Area
4.5
(124)
Park
Nature & Parks
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Well worth the visit! Rich in history and still pretty untouched... Please visit with caution and respect for the land. Very special place
Just finished a trip to Lopez Lake …. Great place to take the family. The trout were a good size and a Special shout out to the staff at the marina store & Park Rangers You made our trip smooth 🙌. Campsites were a little small but clean. Looking forward to our next trip.
Came to this lake in June of 2025. When we got there we were advised that neither charcoal or firewood was permitted to be burned. The campsite was very small and did not have any space to set up comfortably. The lake was DIRTY!! There was so much algae and the water was so muddy. Definitely did not feel safe to get into the water. Definitely DO NOT recommend camping at this lake.
Beautiful drive, beautiful lake, and what a convenient store/ restaurant. When The lemon groves along the way are flowering the smell is amazing. Dogs are allowed on leash. Park rangers Emily staff are awesome and friendly. There are docks to fish off and picnic tables with BBQ grills in beautiful spots all around the lake. They are a bit of a walk from the lake's edge though. I believe it's due to Lake level fluctuation. Beautiful place year-round.
Great place to bring the family! Yes there is water now! Lol. Staff is friendly and helpful. Sites are well maintained and bathrooms are cleaned well and regularly. Be sure to check the size of your camper if you have one, sites are not one size fits all and if you don't fit some times they are booked up and switching sites can be a problem. Also ask what amp the electrical is because some sites are only 2 prong and if you don't have a converter it will be a problem. There is a small store and Restaurant and Bar in the marina area 4 convenience. You can also rent jet skis, boats, kayaks, and such at the marina. There is a water park with slides with a different entrance fee to get in and also zip lining for a separate fee. But there is always fishing, hiking or hanging out on the "beach" area. Oh and there is a area for volleyball and one for horse shoes. Love waking up to the sound of turkeys, seeing deer, squirrels, woodpeckers in the day and raccoons at night and hearing the owls. Be sure to put your ice chests and other foods away at night because there really is bears out there. I've seen them up close with my own eyes on different occasions. Love that there is next to no cell service so I can just enjoy the present.
The lake is 100% full. The camping is always fun. We had a great time. With great weather.
Beautiful with tons of wildlife. The lake is drying up which is exposing more land to explore. The campsites are as varied as the land. Summer season sees the hill campsites opened up. There are some gems of campsites up there worth looking for. The marina is a great place to visit for food and games and the store is one of the best stores I've been to at a campground.
Lopez Lake was really nice. Since the waterpark was closed I set up behind it and had the entire back of the campground to myself except for deer, turkey, squirrels, a raccoon, and a bear. The bear liked to hang out in a culvert nearby, but as long as I knew where he was it was fine. NEVER startle a bear! The store is nicely stocked and the restaurant/bar isn't bad. They charge $5 to connect to the internet, but I had great cell service in the park. Roads were in pretty good shape overall. Restrooms were clean and offered free (cold) showers. The website has pretty good descriptions of each campsite. I think I picked the best spot possible (Mustang 12) for my hammock. The only negative I could see? Many of the firepits had missing or broken grates so I wouldn't plan on cooking over a fire until I check it out first. Overall? Very nice. Thumbs up!
Talley Vineyards
3. Talley Vineyards
4.7
(142)
Winery
Food & Drink
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Absolutely beautiful setting! The wine was so delicious, I had the 2023 Gruner Veltliner and my husband enjoyed the Rose’ Granche. The winery was everything you would expect and more. Even met the owner. A wonderful seated tasting along with a gorgeous view.
Love the feel of the property and tasting room but was most impressed by the hospitality! Brooke made me feel so welcome and even celebrated during my birthday visit! Everything I tried here was delightful and I enjoyed the side by side style tasting! For anyone familiar with the Judgement of Paris, the contest was repeated multiple times and their Rosemary’s Chardonnay took the top spot in 2002 if I remember correctly. Stunning! Do yourself a favor and come down with friends and family for a tasting! I will be recommending to anyone I hear going down that way. Thank you again for such a memorable winery visit! Cheers!
excellent vibe and friendly service! chardonnay tasted great w/ cheese board and vegetables! absolutely recommended!
Lovely grounds, attentive staff and good wines. We joined the wine club and, a couple weeks later, received a personalized, hand-written note thanking us. Very classy! Over the last 35 years, we have joined many wine clubs but never received a thank you note!
Kate was outstanding.She did an excellent job of introducing us to the 2022/2023 vintage wines offered in our shipment this period. Very personable and knowledgeable. She had very good insight about each wine and made it a fun experience. Thanks Kate. Great employee, she should be recognized! Thanks Talley Vineyards.
My Great Aunt and Uncle opened this winery several years ago. I finally got the opportunity to visit. The staff were kind and knowledgeable about the different wines. My favorite wines were Oliver’s Chardonnay and Rosemary’s Pinot Noir. I can’t wait to go back.
Showed up.at 4.15 and they said they were swamppend (tons of open tables) no time.for tastings. Even if we took all the wines.at once. Also last time i was here a tick.fell.on me.from.the umbrella. I didn't mention it before, but because they were so deceitful to me this time I will let the whole world know abou it. They need to change their sign to all is not welcome.
Hidden gem, gorgeous winery, great wines, great service, highly recommended.
Clark Center for the Performing Arts
4. Clark Center for the Performing Arts
4.7
(313)
Performing arts theater
Concerts & Shows
Modern, 2-theater facility hosting a range of local & touring music acts & theatrical productions.
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We went to a comedy show recently. I've been to several other shows or performances. The layout is nice for viewing. The acoustics are good. The seats are comfortable. The people that work there seem very dedicated and friendly. It's a nice place to see a live show.
Gorgeous place! Went to go for CalPoly PCN. We showed up late so we got seats far from the stage and on the sides but you could still view the performance perfectly fine!
Outstanding venue and experience. I've been multiple times. I'll definitely be back but not with the group I recently attended with. They had 'rock concert behavior' and not 'performing arts behavior'. Sadly, I don't think they knew the difference, although there were multiple announcements prior to the performance regarding etiquette and protocol. Everyone was apparently good natured about it though. I'm still sorry. They diminished my enjoyment and the lady behind us had to get up and change seats in order to have a better experience away from our group. **Arrive on time. Put Phones away. Stop talking. Don't fiddle with things or constantly reach around and get up** It's completely distracting and embarrassing for the rest of us who've paid to be there and want to enjoy the show .
Wonderful venue for a live performance. My wife and I decided to make a mini-trip around a concert we were attending near Pismo Beach. The theater had an intimate feel and even though we were in row 8, our vantage point for the concert was just perfect. The acoustics were great and the seating was ample. The concert we attended was Leonid and Friends, a Russian group that plays many Chicago covers, as well as EWF, and others. A wonderful evening in a great theater.
Plenty of parking, ushers, and you have a great view of the stage from any seat.
The "Clark Center" is one of those rare things in life in which a tremendously positive, mutual, long lasting relationship is formed. Though initially, such a condition is completely unexpected. Yet in retrospect. I can not be more pleased with the direction I'm presently looking towards. I have only kind words, high praise and a deep appreciation for the commitment, vision, leadership and the mutual nurturing of the tremendously healthy and strong continuously growing symbiotic relationship between the "Clark Center For The Performing Arts" and the Fantastic 5 Cities Community. Every " Clark Center" associate and volunteer. All the new as well as veteran patrons, leadership, season ticket holders and committed doners. You are all components of a very unique and potentially fragile formula that truly breathes life into this lovely crown jewel of not only the 5 Cities Community but the entire Central Coast... With that said. I Am Toasting Your Vision and Direction As Well As Earnest Growth For Decades To Come... CHEERS~ 👍👍👍
A small "every-seat-is-good" venue. ADA seating was super & thr Ladies restroom huge. The ushers were charming & helpful . The only downer was the refreshments, candy & chips! They sold wine but the vibe wasn't right in the "school snack bar". Great place to see Girls" Night, Lots of audience participation & dancing in the aisles that this production is known for.
Best small town venue. Good acoustics and very good programing. Friendly staff. If you like tribute shows...this is the place for you.
Halcyon Farms
5. Halcyon Farms
4.9
(161)
Farm
Sights & Landmarks
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When we moved to the area a couple years ago, we were excited to get more direct access to local produce, and tried out many options, from neighbors' backyards to SLO farmer's market. After a while, we settled on Halycon as the almost sole source of produce. It's like a little mini farmer's market. They grow a pretty good variety of stuff themselves, and supplant with other local farms that they've vetted and like. Plus over the last year? there's been more processed stuff as well: bread, honey, that sort of stuff. But it's all filtered through a consistent quality control, and everything is clearly labeled on where it's from and whether or not it's organic. This (plus the lack of crowds) makes it far more pleasant an experience than any of the local farmer's markets. When it's the right season, u-pick berries are great too. Unlike tourist-focused places, it costs less for you to do the work :) and we've found it's a great thing to do when friends visit from out of town: it keeps our hands busy so our phones stay in our pockets, but it's calm enough we can chat through the time. They've got a box of scraps that kiddos can pull from to feed the chickens, which provides endless entertainment for them. Folks are all great to talk to. This is everything I want my relationship with local farms to be.
Came to pick berries and got some yummy veggies and honey too. Super fair prices and great service. Everyone was so nice and we definitely found our weekly produce stop. My kiddo had a BLAST picking his own raspberries too!
What a delightful experience we had at Halcyon Fatms . They have an array of vegetables and fruit, all fresh and organically grown. They also have some essential oil sprays, olive oil, balsamic vinegars, honey, pre-made harvest bags, to name a few.
Halcyon Farm isn't just a store; it's the heart of the local food scene and an absolute treasure in Arroyo Grande! Every visit feels like stepping into a celebration of the Central Coast's incredible bounty, curated with care and passion. **Here's why Halcyon Farm deserves every single star:** 1. **Unbeatable Freshness & Quality:** Their produce is simply stunning. Whether it's sun-ripened strawberries, crisp greens, vibrant heirloom tomatoes, or unique seasonal finds, everything tastes like it was picked that day– because it practically was! You can truly taste the difference local, well-tended soil makes. 2. **The Essence of Local:** Halcyon Farm shines a brilliant spotlight on our SLO County farmers, ranchers, and artisans. Finding local honey, fresh bread, or pasture-raised eggs from just down the road makes shopping here feel deeply connected to our community. 3. **Thoughtful Curation:** It's not just produce! Their selection of gourmet goods, beautiful flowers is carefully chosen. You find things here you won't see anywhere else in AG, all supporting our neighbors. Perfect for a special dinner or a unique gift. 4. **Warm, Knowledgeable & Passionate Staff:** The team at Halcyon Farm is consistently friendly, helpful, and genuinely enthusiastic about the products. Need a recipe idea? Want to know the story behind a particular jam? They're happy to share their knowledge and make you feel welcome. 5. **Charming Atmosphere:** The store itself is a delight – clean, well-organized, and radiating that warm, rustic farmstand charm we love. It feels authentic and inviting, a world away from sterile supermarket aisles. 6. **Community Hub:** Halcyon Farm feels like more than just commerce; it's a gathering spot where you bump into neighbors and feel the pulse of Arroyo Grande's agricultural spirit. They often have info on local farms and events too! **Halcyon Farm embodies everything a local farm store should be:** exceptional quality, fierce support for local producers, a welcoming atmosphere, and a deep connection to the land and community of Arroyo Grande and the Central Coast. Shopping here isn't just convenient; it's a joyful experience and an investment in our local food system. **If you live in or are visiting Arroyo Grande, Halcyon Farm is an absolute MUST-VISIT. Prepare to be delighted and leave with bags full of goodness!** **Final Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5 Stars - Exceptional in Every Way!)**
Best carrots in the county! These are not carrots for your horse, they have flavor like from Grandma's garden! Come Taste the difference at Halcyon Farms.
The Rutiz family has retired and passed on the traditions of Rutiz Farms to a new team. Halcyon Farms keeps the things you love (including the best strawberries around) and brings in additional payment types (e.g. they now accept cards in addition to cash/venmo).
Great family farm. The you pick blackberries were great and very reasonably priced. Hope they do well.
Pesticide free produce, family friendly farm-stand. Love the produce, love the additional food sellers. Jerry Rutiz sets a very high standard for any business to follow. Impeccable service.
Kynsi Winery
6. Kynsi Winery
4.8
(124)
Winery
Food & Drink
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Went here this past Summer, loved the winery and how hospitable the hosts were. The wine was excellent, different from what I am used to, but pleasantly surprised! We got a bottle of the Grenache to take back with us. Loved this place. Will be back!
Beautiful setting, delicious wines, and fantastic service. The Pinot Blanc and Hutash were our two favs, but you can’t go wrong with any of the wines. We were able to call same day and get a reservation on a Sunday.
Beautiful, quiet atmosphere. Staff was friendly and informative. We enjoyed our time here. Wine was wonderful.
Dropped in randomly on a trip up the coast. Beautiful setting, clean and well designed space, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and the wines were all delicious.
Beautiful location and we got there just a few minutes before closing and they still served us. My friend got a tasting and actually loved their Grenache. I was too busy capturing the sunset in all its glory! It was golden hour and the hills were reflecting sunset colors! Just go check it out for yourself 🤗
Can’t wait to go back, what a fantastic setting under the mature trees for a picnic! Fantastic service and wonderful wine!
Highly recommend. Very friendly and personable. Dawn was so sweet and nice at explaining all the lovely wines and chatting with me. The wine and the cat were fantastic too!
My favorite and the best winery in Arroyo Grande. The variety of wines and the atmosphere are incredible. The women who host and educated us were great and very welcoming. Thank you to Casitas at Arroyo Grande for taking us to lunch at this enchanting winery. You must try the Blush Rosè and Syrah!
Mustang Waterpark
7. Mustang Waterpark
4.4
(313)
Water park
Water & Amusement Parks
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My family and I had an awesome time here. Huge shout out to Joey for the 5 star service. He greeted us upon entering the park and even helped find my wife's prescription glasses after she ignored the signs before going on the slides. Bathrooms were very clean and so was the park. The food and drink are reasonably priced, we were not planning on eating here but we ended up eating here because of the price.
We live locally and decided to buy passes today. The park is perfect for younger kids, and if you go midweek, it tends to be less busy. I am only giving three stars because they don’t allow you to bring in outside food, and their food is beyond awful. We ordered a cheeseburger, chicken strips, and tater tots. Everything was cold, including the burger, which was medium rare. Coming from a server’s background, I know that food at that temperature is a breeding ground for bacteria, so I got a refund on the burger and now I’m waiting patiently, hoping not to get sick. Also, the girls’ restrooms were out of soap. Please make sure you are following food safety guidelines or start allowing outside food. Not sure how the kids behind the counter are reheating food, but yikes! Besides that, no complaints. Heads up, they do not heat water so my boys were also shivering and would have to take breaks to warm up. Granted it was only 75 today. I’m sure when it’s pushing triple digits it’s perfect and refreshing. Cheers
Great little water park that we enjoy every year that we come to Lopez Lake. Even though I heard some staff describe the park as “busy”, we never waited more than 5-10 minutes for a slide. The safety staff was very helpful to our cautious six year old all day. And Joey went above and beyond to help me find some lost sunglasses. Thanks, Joey, and staff!
Great day park for everyone from 1-100. Nice area around wading pool to relax and watch the kids. Reasonably priced the only thing missing is more slides, there are only 3. To add to the fun I suggest camping at Lake Lopez. From the campgrounds it's a 5 minute car ride to mustang water park. The grounds are clean and pretty large.
It's really fun. Slides are kid friendly, and they have beer for adults. The kiddy pool was cool. If they add an adult pool, that would be awesome.
Funnest water slides and the family scene is wonderful. No lines, just FUN
This water park is one of the best water parks I've ever been to in California.I love this place.My name is Mike and I guarantee it.We even went out to the car and had a picnic and went right back in Jack cooled down again.I love the water rights.See you there , everybody be good and love you
We had a fun time on the slides, but they need to let people bring in outside food. Their food was mediocre and I got severe food poisoning. And I’ve heard from other friends they’ve gotten food poisoning as well.
Elm Street Dog Park
8. Elm Street Dog Park
4.5
(295)
Dog park
Nature & Parks
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The park is well maintained and its community maintained. The big dog area always has some cutie dogs as well as the small dog area. There’s water bowls plus a hose for water. The small park provides dog poo bags as well.I have a mini schnauzer and she loves to go to this park. We don’t have another dog for her to play with so coming here to give her social time and to sniff different smells is great. There’s usually people there around 12:30 and 4:30 who bring thier dogs.
Our favorite place to take our 8 month-old border husky. This park is volunteer maintained. I really love the space, the area, that there is seating for people to use. Great place for doggies.
Dog park is broken up between three areas. Two entrances one on street side of Elm and the other on the par. king side of Mentone Street entrance. Thisx area is for Large Dogs and the third entrance off the parking lot entrance is for smaller dogs. All areas are well maintained and usually have a good amount of other dogs for yours to play with. I would recommendhg this dog park because owners are usually chill and dogs get along with each other.
An okay dog park. Pretty small and not super well maintained, but it gets the job done. The people and dogs were friendly - when you first approach they’re all barking and might seem intimidating but once you’re inside they’re friendly. They also have a separate big dog and small dog section which is great.
This is a nice big park. It has separate big dog and small dog areas. Also has some nice benches and plenty of balls around and a water fountain. It is very clean (i.e. no dog 💩) which is rare. The only draw back is that the big dog area is covered in wood chips and my dog doesn't really like to run in it.
We take our Dog to the Elm Street Dog park at least 3 times a week. There is a section for the little dogs and larger dogs. All owners care for their own dogs and everyone is friendly. There is water for the dogs and seating for people if they want. Poopoo bags are on site too and its a very clean dog park
Sweet little dog park. They have a side for large dogs and small. Love that the park has toys and poop bags! Open until dusk.
It was technically after hours but my 13 lb Chiweenie thinks he’s Cujo. He enjoyed the alone, off leash time. Well maintained and fenced in excellent condition, thus allowed me to sit back and relax.
Fair Oaks Theatre
9. Fair Oaks Theatre
4.8
(343)
Movie theater
Concerts & Shows
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Such a treat to have a cozy theater like this in our community. And you can't beat the ticket/snack bar prices or friendly hospitality!
Beautiful comfortable large theater. Nice first run movie selection. Easy parking. Great customer service at box office & concessions. Great popcorn!! We are very fortunate to have this awesome movie theater in arroyo grande!
This is my favorite theater. The people are always friendly. There's a good selection of goodies at the concession stand, if that's your thing, and you won't go broke like other places. The seats are very comfortable. The movie selections range from semi- obscure to first run that are still in the big theaters. Great place to watch a movie.
Really enjoy the Fair Oaks Theatre when I'm in the area, visiting from the Central Valley. Plenty of comfortable seats in a large theater. All prices are reasonable, and they show first-run movies. Staff is excellent!! In general, a great old-school movie theatre. I'll keep coming back. Thanks Fair Oaks!
This is my favorite theater on the entire Central Coast. Just a single screen so you don't get that multiplex overcrowding. The staff are so friendly and helpful, I always end up having long conversations with them every time I go. The popcorn is delicious and always fresh, they use actual butter as opposed to the "butter flavored" oil, and the largest size they sell is only $5 and comes with a free refill. Tickets are only $8, and considering the recently-upgraded digital projector and sound system, along with the comfy stadium seating, it's just the best around.
They have the best hot dogs bar none. Also the ticket price is better than any other theater around. When they have the big box office movie we really are looking forward to seeing the Fair Oaks theater is our 1st choice. And they haven't gone to assign seating.
This theatre in Arroyo Grande is great. Plays just released movies for just $8.00, can't beat that. Great seating, yummy snacks and a outstanding all around owner. One gal takes the tickets, serves at the concession area & is the janitor. This theatre is what small town is all about. For a relaxing experience please go & support the Fair Oaks Theatre in Arroyo Grande.
very nice Small city atmosphere theatre..not a huge screen but worth it. Opened up to 25% capacity. $10 per ticket, less for senior citizens. cheaper good popcorn..$3-5 dollars and drinks, etc Great seats that recline.
SCHS Heritage House
10. SCHS Heritage House
5.0
(7)
Museum
History Museums
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Take a tour of the past as you walk through the historic Heritage House in Arroyo Grande. Situated in Heritage Park and just off the AG Old Town main street with plenty of of dining and shopping.
Step back in time. Wonderful knowledgeable docent. House only open on weekends. Right next to swinging bridge.
My cousin got married here. Super neat location!
Something Different
11. Something Different
4.4
(35)
Permanently Closed
Antique store
Shopping
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Now this store is just cool! You can find anything that's cozy, ecclectic or unexpected ! Be sure to nose around and find all of the hidden rooms...the outdoor patio is great and full of all kinds of garden stuff ..vintage or new.
As a business owner with my wife and visiting from out of town, my best advice to you is KEEP FAR AWAY FROM HERE! Unless you like being followed or annoyed, the lady’s working here will do just that. They continued to spy on my wife and I acting horrible fake like they are looking for something in our area every two minutes like clock work. We told them many times we just wanted to look around the store because it is big and has random stuff but didn’t need or want their help. Their reasons they kept coming was because they get stolen. Well I would agree with you witches...! However, you should look in the mirror because you are the ones stealing purchases away from customers and revenue to your consignment owners. I will not spend my money with your negativity views of life and horrible attitudes. If you sale items in this store and wonder why you don’t sale as much items, take a hard look at your representatives inside the store.
This was a great place with lots of gems. The person working (possibly the owner) was just awesome and very helpful. I highly recommend this place and if you haven't been here yet you are missing out on great finds. I suggest you come over and create your own experience and write your own review.
This is a great place to browse through in the village of Arroyo Grande. They have lots of vendors with quality items. You won't have to look past the swapmeet/rummage sale junk.
This is one of the most prideful antique stores I have seen. Everything was clean and well displayed. Lots of great items and friendly service!
Great selection of antiques and collectibles. Something for everyone and has its own overloading lot behind the store.
Great vintage shop with lots of cool stuff. We'll definitely go back.
I lot of really nice stuff, I've gotten presents here often.
James Way Park
12. James Way Park
4.6
(53)
Park
Nature & Parks
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Really cute trail, great scenery. The parking is odd, with no real parking lot at the trailhead.
Wonderful trail the middle of residential neighbourhood
Catch some lizards and release them, the children love it! Great place for dogs just remember to pick up after them! There is a BMX bike course here as well!
It's a great place usually but a large group has moved in and is building a large campsite in the hillside behind the houses. The city is aware but isn't doing anything to get them out. A fire is bound to happen. They have a large black pitbull also.
Great nature path, not difficult at all… but beautiful walk through nature. Great start to our day. Dirt paths with very limited signage but easy to follow trails with limited ability to get lost.
For being so close and so accessible these trails are great. There are different loops and choices and I have seen a family of deer on occasion. I go here four or five times a week, and enjoy each and every trip.
This is a wonderful park to take a stroll through. The trails are well groomed, and the mountain feel is great. We saw happy children and happy dogs. Just remember to take everything out with you.
I live close by and walk this pak a lot. It is my favorite. It is just hilly enough that I feel a good bit of exercise without feeling like I have climbed a mountain. It really is perfect, so many oaks, it almost feels like I am away camping, or back before CA was so developed!
Biddle Park
13. Biddle Park
4.5
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Park
Nature & Parks
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Beautiful little regional park. Lots of trees, large open space with grass and two baseball back stops.
Super quiet here. Full of trees. The park benches are clean and sturdy. The grills are great, too. There are so many areas here, that you really don't have to worry about being near people. There's some people around, but they mind their own business. Many people bring their dogs, too. No leashes. Not sure if that's officially allowed, but many people do it. Overall, this place is so nice. It wasn't my original destination, but i stopped here and i couldn't help but stay for a bit 😊
Biddle Park joins the list of incredibly beautiful state and county parks throughout central California. Plenty of grass filled fields as well as swings and playground equipment for children. A beautiful setting.
Lovely park and wonderful atmosphere, baseball diamond and play equipment for kids. Really quiet and lots of trees to climg.
A beautifully maintained County of San Luis Obispo Public Park. Rural setting. Clean restrooms. Park Host. Ample Parking. If you enjoy nature, give this Park a visit.
The park is very large. One half is quiet and cute. It gives a sense of adventure with open and shady spots of trees and foliage. On the other side, there's a large, flat grassy area for sports or dogs. There's plenty of parking and picnic tables here, too. It's free to come here and free to park. There's a lovely classic playground with swings, and a separate spot with two playground style tire swings. The creek is right next to the park and there's plenty of wildlife around, too. I love this park so much because it gives me camping vibes everytime I go. My dog loves it too for all the places to run, walk, and explore. ♡
Mr. Biddle. Thank you for the park some of us knew you and I pray you see our children and dogs playing. Your park is amazing! My favorite. Lots of room lots of grass.
Great little place to stop and stretch your legs or to just enjoy a quiet spot to relax, walk the dog, eat or let the kids play and run around
A Glance Into The Past Antiques
14. A Glance Into The Past Antiques
4.6
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Antique store
Shopping
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So many treasures! I would have stayed for an hour if I could, so many things to look at, lots of different booths
This is the absolute best place to find antiques and unique little finds. I used to visit this place before moving to the area, and now find myself visiting several times a month. The staff is friendly and always willing to offer a helping hand. This place is packed, so have some lunch, grab a cup of coffee, and spend some time browsing around.
We are from out of town and love thrifting. This place was amazing! Had a great selection of many things, lots of beautiful glass, very clean and organized for having so many things, and this place was huge! I didn’t expect it! Plus they let my dog come in and shop with us. Will absolutely come back anytime we are in town!
Great for some great miniatures for my dollhouse , gifts of jewelry and hot tile for my serving spoons and little China plates for our Airbnb host of thank you for her.
Great Antique Shop...located in a darling Old Town. Give yourself some time to see all the treasures. The staff was friendly and helpful. A definite must if you are in the area.
This antique store is amazing! It has everything any antiquer is looking for, and plenty of it. My sister and I came in hoping we'd find one or two uranium glass pieces but by the time we'd seen half the store we were already feeling overwhelmed by how many they had(in a good way)! The prices varied from affordable to more extravagant, we had a hard time choosing what pieces to bring home! And of course, the service was great.
Lots and lots of lovely goods! A little gem hidden away. If you are looking for great finds here they are.
Lots to look at. Great selection of antique and vintage items. Visited in 2017 and again today. Best antique mall in town.
Verdad & Lindquist Family Wine Tasting Room
15. Verdad & Lindquist Family Wine Tasting Room
4.8
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Wine bar
Food & Drink
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Located in the walkable Arroyo Grande village, this is really two excellent wineries in one place. Really great, friendly experience, with excellent wines. The new location is lovely, with indoor, patio, and outdoor seating, with tasteful decorations. We loved the Spanish-inspired wines of Verdad, but are also fans of the Lindquist brand. You can taste from a wide variety, including Albariño, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay, Rose, Viognier, Mourvedre, Marsanne, GSM, Graciano, and Carignan, and the tasting menu changes every week or two. It lools like they allow food from the restaurant next door in the outdoor area, so I can see returning for a snack and enjoying a bottle at the same time.
This place is fabulous! Beautiful little building- very quaint, modern, clean, plenty of seating inside and outside on their adorable porch. You can sit and sip on vino while watching the cars go by and people walking down the street. The people who work here are so kind and welcoming. Nice rosé and several wine tasting options- or you can choose to do wine by the glass. If you’re visiting this small town- I recommend stopping by.
Such a lovely place and great wines. There are so few places that offer Spanish wines. I would definitely stop by. Plus, gluten free crackers.
Amazing, wonderful wines - favorites were Albariño, Grenache, Syrah. Nice tasting room, great service thanks to Scott
Great people, excellent wine! Located in the quaint Village of Arroyo Grande this urban wine tasting room has a warm welcoming location, where you will find friendly and knowledgable staff. Many times the winemaker husband and wife team will be there pouring their Spanish, Burgundy and Rhone inspired wines. With so many options, there is something to pair with any meal. I find myself enjoying these wines and visiting sometimes twice a week!
Excellent wine bar. Superb service and great wine. Do the cheese pairing with a tasting it is quite delicious and enhances the experience and they compliment each other wonderfully. Check it out.
Many years ago I would drive down to taste the Great Wines these people make Now they are across town and please join the wine club to enjoy these superior wines! The tasting room is fantastic and the staff will take excellent care of you.
Beautiful and calm tasting room, and the wines are smooth. Staff is very accommodating. You can also bring in food from the deli next door. Definitely recommend
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