More than a Rock

Welcome to Morro Bay

Morro Bay is a seaside getaway located right off scenic Highway 1 on the Central Coast of California. More than that, it’s a backdrop for the perfect coastal adventure. The centerpiece of this coastal haven? Morro Rock— a volcanic monolith rising from the depths of the sea. This rock has guided generations of fish captains home, their holds brimming with the freshest California catch. It peels off perfect Central Coast waves, delighting surfers and young whitewash adventurers alike. It’s a salt-rimmed beacon, the guardian of fresh oyster beds, home to seals and sea birds.

Through all that chatter, one thing is certain: if Morro Rock could talk, it would tell you to Come Get Salty in Morro Bay.

Things to Do

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Things to Do At Night in Morro Bay

Blogs

Morro Bay Food Tour — Seafood Edition

There are many ways to experience Morro Bay's thriving, multi-generational seafood industry.

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Attending Morro Bay’s 25th Annual City-Wide Yard Sale

As winter melts away and as the sun shines brighter, there is no better time to get outside and explore–and what better way to do just that than by attending the Morro…

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The Best Hikes & Trails in Morro Bay

Morro Bay is undoubtedly a hike-enthusiasts paradise, with a wide variety of hiking trails to choose from.

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You Guide to Planning a Swoon-Worthy Date Night in Morro Bay

Close your eyes and imagine the soft, languid rhythm of the tide that hums softly throughout Morro Bay, setting the stage for an effortlessly romantic escape, and ushering you and your partner…

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Upcoming Events

July 19 to July 20

Waterfront Market

Come one! Come all! Waterfront Market Morro Bay Ca is excited to be back for another summer season here in beautiful Morro bay California. Our hours on 2-day events are 10 AM -5 PM Saturday and Sunday 10 AM—4:00 PM Sunday. 3 day events can run Friday - Sunday or Saturday - Monday. Hours are. 10 am - 5 PM Friday and Saturday and 10 am- 4 pm Monday. Or Friday and Saturday hours from 10am- 5 pm and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm.

We are in the parking lot between Giovanni's Fish Market and STAX. Over 30+ local vendors are set up and ready for you all weekend long. We have tamales, knitted and crocheted items, dog apparel, plants, home decor, jewelry, candles, incense, sweet treats, and more. Come show some love to our local business! When you shop local business, you are supporting a dream!

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July 19

The Flower Machine at the Siren

The Flower Machine will be at the Siren on July 19th from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. The Band is one of the longest-running neo-psychedelic rock bands from California, debuting in 2004 with their album Chalk Dust Dream of the Tea Cozy Mitten Company. The band has had half-a-dozen records released on Micro Indie Records, small room (EMI Thailand), Rainbow Quartz, and Hypnotic Bridge Records. Known for their dense, heavily overdubbed sound and frequent use of vintage synthesizers and mellotrons, The Flower Machine kicked off 2025 with all-new album entitled Waterloo Green, which received favorable coverage from Shindig Magazine in London.

Led by Dutch American singer and guitarist Peter Quinnell, they draw inspiration from Syd Barrett-era Pink Floyd, Dutch legends The Outsiders, and Kevin Ayers. New to the Morro Bay scene, they provide an authentic retro-psych vibe unlike anything you've ever heard. This is their first local performance since moving up to Morro Bay from Los Angeles and will feature special guests.

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August 9 to August 10

Waterfront Market

Come one! Come all! Waterfront Market Morro Bay Ca is excited to be back for another summer season here in beautiful Morro bay California. Our hours on 2-day events are 10 AM -5 PM Saturday and Sunday 10 AM—4:00 PM Sunday. 3 day events can run Friday - Sunday or Saturday - Monday. Hours are. 10 am - 5 PM Friday and Saturday and 10 am- 4 pm Monday. Or Friday and Saturday hours from 10am- 5 pm and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm.

We are in the parking lot between Giovanni's Fish Market and STAX. Over 30+ local vendors are set up and ready for you all weekend long. We have tamales, knitted and crocheted items, dog apparel, plants, home decor, jewelry, candles, incense, sweet treats, and more. Come show some love to our local business! When you shop local business, you are supporting a dream!

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August 21

Joe Samba & Coyote Island at the Siren

Mike O’Hehir, the man at the heart of Coyote Island, is an old soul, but the music he’s crafted with his band and growing collection of diverse collaborators is as fresh as anything going today. From the breezy and bouncy mix of Caribbean beats and contemporary pop production that blasted “Here Before” into the post-pandemic public consciousness to the meditative and moody organ that makes “Shine through the Darkness” a glimmering beacon for lost souls, his songs are mood enhancements and attitude adjustments — perfect for a generation of music lovers looking for a path forward.

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