Saturday, June 28, 2025 4:00 - 8:00pm

Who: Over 40 Tin City businesses are coming together to celebrate our collective crafts!

What: Experience a true taste of Tin City with small bites and unlimited tastings of wine, beer, cider, and spirits. Plus, a catered dinner by our own Tin City eateries, live music and entertainment.

Where: In the heart of Tin City on Limestone Way and Blue Rock Road.

Event Highlights for the 21+ Ticketed Event

Location: Tin City streets will transform into a festival-like atmosphere with booths lining the streets, lounge areas to enjoy live music, seating to eat dinner and space to enjoy the summer evening. Arrive at the main gate to check in and receive your wristband, complimentary glass and lanyard.

Tasting: Your ticket offers a true taste of Tin City with small bites and unlimited tastings of wine, beer, cider, and spirits.

Dining: All tickets include a catered dinner by our own Tin City eateries. Guests will enjoy a curated dining experience crafted with ingredients from Etto Pasta Bar, Central Coast Creamery, Proof & Gather Baking, Mighty Cap Mushroom, Sticky and Olivas de Oro. When purchasing your ticket, you will have a choice of a meat, vegetarian, or gluten-free meal. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.

Exclusive Six Test Kitchen VIP Experience: Michelin Star rated Six Test Kitchen is offering an exclusive reception featuring a series of hors d'oeuvres and sparkling wine. Chef Ricky Odbert and his team will stage the reception right outside the restaurant so guests can enjoy the beautiful summer evening. The VIP ticket includes General Admission to the block party, VIP Experience and Shuttle Service. Tickets are limited and will sell out!

Live Music & Entertainment: A featured band will take the stage at Hubba Wine's stage. Lounge areas and seating will be available to enjoy the beautiful summer evening. Between tastes, make memories with our complimentary photobooth, face painting, and outdoor games.

Shuttle Service & Designated Drop-Offs: Arrive safely with a SLO Safe Ride shuttle from San Luis Obispo, Atascadero or Paso Robles for an additional $28/ticket. Uber & Lyft drop-off points will also be designated.

Designated Driver Tickets: All the perks of the event without the alcohol (age 21+ ticket). This ticket includes dinner, small-bite tastings from our Tin City eateries and live entertainment. Thank you for making sure your party arrives and leaves the Block Party safely!

Dinner Choice Included in Your Ticket:

Roast Beef Sandwich:

• Etto Pasta Bar's slow roasted beef, Central Coast Creamery's Swiss Cheese, onion jam and greens on Proof & Gather Baking's focaccia bread
  
• Pasta salad made with Etto Pasta, Mighty Cap Mushrooms & Olivas de Oro olive oil
• Truffle potato chips by Etto Pasta Bar
• Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies made by Proof & Gather Baking and Sticky

Caprese Sandwich (Vegetarian):

• Caprese sandwich made with Central Coast Creamery cheese, local tomatoes and basil on Proof & Gather Baking's focaccia bread
• Pasta salad made with Etto Pasta, Mighty Cap Mushrooms & Olivas de Oro olive oil
  
• Truffle potato chips by Etto Pasta Bar
• Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies made by Proof & Gather Baking and Sticky

Roasted Turkey Salad (Gluten Free):

• Roasted turkey, dried cherries, fried capers, marinated Mighty Cap Mushrooms with dressing made with Olivas de Oro olive oil on a bed of fresh greens
• Truffle potato chips by Etto Pasta Bar
• Sticky candy otter pops and other sweet treats

Event Details:

Transportation:

• Plan ahead! Come early for the best parking.
• We encourage UBER, LYFT or ride-sharing.
• Shuttle Passes are $28 for a round trip ticket from San Luis Obispo, Atascadero or Paso Robles

Main Entrance:

• Located at 2975 Limestone Way
• Your ID will be checked and ticket scanned.
• Once checked in you will receive a wristband, complimentary tasting glass and lanyard with a map of the event.

Reminders:

• Please note that if you are found with outside alcohol within the event area, you will be asked to leave and will not be permitted back into the event.
• NO: Individuals under the age of 21, pets, outside alcohol, wine or beer bottle openers, weapons, smoking, vaping, chairs.

Shuttle & Hospitality Partners Information:

San Luis Obispo Shuttle Pick-up Location and Times:

• The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo has graciously offered their parking lot to be a designated pick-up location.
• They are offering a reduced room rate for our event attendees. Use Promo Code: P7 when booking your room.

Atascadero Shuttle Pick-up Location and Times:

• Springhill Suites - Atascadero has graciously offered their parking lot to be a designated pick-up location.
• They are offering 30% off with their TIn City Block Party Special for our event attendees.

Paso Robles Shuttle Pick-up Location and Times:

• The Paso Robles Inn has graciously offered to be a designated pick-up location.
• Please either park your vehicle in the Paso Robles public parking areas or the Paso Robles Library parking lot.
• They are offering a reduced room rate for our event attendees. To make your reservation, please call (805) 238-2660. Tell them you want the "Winery Partner Rate" for the Tin City Block Party.

EVENT FAQS:

• Do I have to be 21+? Yes. Due to Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulations, all guests must be over the age of 21 (this includes babies). IDs will be checked at the entrance.
• Can I bring my baby? No, due to Alcoholic Beverage Control regulations, all guests must be over the age of 21.
• Can I bring my dog? No, due to health code regulations, no animals are allowed in the event area. This applies to other pets as well, including but not limited to cats, parrots, rabbits, etc. Licensed service animals are welcome.
• What can I bring to the Block Party? While you don't need to bring anything to the festival, there are a few items that we recommend you bring that will elevate the experience. Sunscreen and sunglasses, this is a summer festival with a bright sun. While there will be plenty of trees and shade, sunglasses and sunscreen never hurt. Last but not least, water! There will be water available at the festival with Hydration Stations, but having your own water bottle is handy.
• What can I not bring to the Block Party? Unfortunately, no animals, persons under 21, chairs, drugs, smoking, weapons, or outside alcohol is allowed.
• Is there seating? There will be picnic benches throughout the event, alone with additional seating by the food pavilion.
• Will there be food? The meal chosen during checkout will be made available at the food pavilion. Complimentary wine-friendly bites are available throughout the festival. Feel free to bring your own picnic lunch and snacks for the day as well!
• Will there be water? Yes, there are refillable water stations throughout the event. Please use your wine glass or bring an empty water bottle to fill.
• Can I buy alcohol during the event? Unfortunately, alcohol sales are prohibited during the event. However many wineries do take orders at the event and can ship the wine to you, or will have it available for pickup the following day at their tasting rooms.
• Can I buy tickets day-of? Tickets may be purchased the day of, pending availability.
• My plans changed, can I get a refund? No, all tickets are non-refundable. No exceptions. However, they are transferable to another guest, but only for the current event.
• Where do I park? We highly recommend taking a SLO Safe Ride Shuttle from one of our pickup locations at the Wayfarer hotel, Springhill Suites, or the Paso Robles Inn. Limestone Way and Blue Rock Road will be closed due to the event. We recommend parking in the parking lots on Marquita Road. We encourage attendees to also use local transportation services, Uber, and Lyft.
• Can I get a ticket if I don't plan on drinking? Yes, you can! We offer Designated Driver Tickets for only $38. So you can explore the festival and have fun with friends and family. These tickets do not include a wine glass for tasting or access to tastings. Water and non-alcoholic drinks available.
• Where is accessible parking? Accessible parking is available and will be directed by our parking security staff when you arrive.