We could slightly change our itinerary so that we could be in San Luis Obispo on a Thursday night for Farmer's market. Is it worth the effort ???

If it's not too much out of your way, it is a great experience. About 5 blocks of Higuera Street in Downtown San Luis Obispo are closed to car traffic, and then the party begins.

In addition to an amazing array of local farmer's fresh fruits and veggies, there are many fresh flower stalls. Local restaurants set up booths with food. There are several spots with huge Santa Maria style BBQ pits going. There are usually at least a couple of musicians performing. For the kids, there is usually a puppeteer. Always a fun time.

Check out the Downtown Association website for some photos and more info:
http://www.downtownslo.com/farmers.html

It is such a great time. Kind of like a huge block party. When we lived there for a year, we tried to go every Thursday with our baby. She loved it. We would eat our dinner there.

Many college kids are there, the farmers with their seasonal offerings, very cool and lovely at night, great food, party atmostphere. There is no Farmers Market like it that I know of. Truly unique, fun, clean, wholesome family experience. Cheap too.

It's especially good during the spring, summer and early fall when there are more vendors and more activities.

Thank you so much for your replys. We will not miss it !