Pismo Beach Activities & Entertainment
Where Education Meets Entertainment on the Central Coast
Planning a vacation can often leave you feeling responsible for everyone else's good time. But in Pismo Beach, you can sit back, relax, and let someone else do the entertaining! With everything from state-of-the-art concert venues to centuries-old churches calling the Central Coast their home, you get to choose your favorite way to experience this vibrant community firsthand. We invite our Pismo Lighthouse Suites guests to get up close and personal with Pismo Beach culture through the encounters below.
Art & Entertainment
One of our favorite ways to appreciate the beauty of Pismo Beach is by exploring the local art and entertainment scene. Whether you connect most to music, live theatre, or artwork, here are some unique ways to take a piece of the Central Coast home with you:
- Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves
- Pacific Breeze Summer Concert Series
- SLO Film Festival
- The Great American Melodrama
- Seaside Fine Art Gallery
- Showcase by the Sea
- Chris Burkard Studio
- Clark Center for Performing Arts
- Harry's Night Club and Beach Bar
- Avila Beach Golf Resort
- Live Music at Mr. Rick's Patio
- Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
- San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
- Vina Robles Amphitheatre
Local Landmarks
From man-made memorials to state parks, history comes to life on California's Central Coast. Not even the little ones will get bored learning about the rich history and heritage of Pismo Beach at these significant sites:
- California Highway 1
- Price Historical Park
- Pismo Preserve
- Point San Luis Lighthouse
- San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
- Hearst Castle
Festivals & Events
Pismo Beach is spoiled with a balmy beach climate and community events all year long, making it the perfect destination for any season.