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Sponsorship Opportunities: Keep recreation strong in Grover Beach by sponsoring one or more events or classes. Be a part of supporting public recreation and see the benefits of sponsorship in our (PDF).
Special Event Permit Application:
The City of Grover Beach has prepared guidelines to assist in determining whether an event requires a Special Event Permit (i.e., for private parties planning a gathering or activity to be attended by 100 or more people requiring public resources beyond the normal pattern of traffic and travel or general calls for service). For more information, please view the following - Guidelines (PDF), Flow Chart Overview (PDF), Application for a Special Event Permit (PDF), or contact the Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department at (805) 473-4580.
The following is a list of City-sponsored events through the Parks and Recreation Department:
YMCA Summer Camps
Scooter Camp
Grover Beach Skate Park, 1750 Ramona Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433
AGES: 6 - 13 YEARS OLD
REGISTRATION FEE: $90.00
This camp is designed as a safe to scoot. During our session, the skate park will not be open for the public. Only registered participants and Y staff will be allowed entrance. Participants will be practicing and improving their skills, while boosting their confidence. This includes but not limited doing drills, and games instructed by a YMCA staff.
Participants must bring their own scooter along with proper gear (helmet, knee pads, and elbow pad) prior to be admitted to camp each day.
SESSION 1 JUNE 14 - JUNE 18, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ( Click here to register)
SESSION 2 JUNE 21 - JUNE 25, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ( Click here to register)
SESSION 3 JULY 12 - JULY 16, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ( Click here to register)
SESSION 4 JULY 19 - JULY 23, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ( Click here to register)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE: Financial Assistance Application
Sunday, July 4th- August 15th
19th Annual Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series & Vendor Market
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Ramona Garden Park Center - 993 Ramona Ave, Grover Beach
Cost: Free
Get ready for another great summer of friendly company, delicious food, and great music!
Call (805) 473-4580 for vendor opportunities!
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Community Skate Day
Hero Park
Cost: Free
Lace up for fun, music-filled, free community skate days open to all ages! Join us monthly at Hero Park BasketballCourt beginning July 10.
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
National Night Out & The Grand Opening of The 16th Street Park New Playground Equipment
6pm- 16th St Park, Grover Beach
Cost: Free
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
During National Night Out, city officials will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of our new community playground. Get ready for the best park playground equipment in the county! The new structures will include all inclusive features for all abilities! Kids will enjoy 35 play components including tube slides, selfie swings, balance beams, and a tree fort lookout!
Saturday, September 4, 2021
School House Roll
Hero Park- 4:00 pm- 6:00 pm
Cost: Free
Presented by the SLO Roll Community Initiative.
Saturday, September 11, 2021
9/11 Memorial Event & Art Show
Ramona Garden Park Center
Cost: Free
20th Annual commemoration ceremony. Contact Parks & Recreation staff to display artwork.
Saturday, September 18, 2021
Movie In The Park, Disney's Pixar LUCA
Ramona Garden Park Center- 6:30 pm- 9:30 pm
Cost: Free
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Dune Run & Walk
Beach Plaza, end of the Grand Ave
Fee: $27 prior to September 14th, $32 after September 14th
5k Run, 5k Walk and 10k run! The scenic Grover Beach boardwalk and beach creates a fun surface combination for all ages. Awards ceremony will immediately follow the end of the race. Register here. Registration begins at 7am, Race begins at 8am.
Includes t-shirt to first 100 to register!
Saturday, October 2, 2021
Grover Beach Clean Up Day
Ramona Garden Park Center 10am- 12pm
FREE lunch to be provided upon registration. Register here.
Check in to Ramona Garden Park at 10am to be assigned a park or area.
Friday, October 29, 2021
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Trunk or Treat, Costume Parade and Ballooney the Clown!
Ramona Garden Park Center, 5pm- 8pm
Fee: FREE
Bring your already decorated or carved pumpkin and enter it in the contest to win great prizes! Note: Only decorated pumpkins will be accepted by ages 6 and under.