There is a lot going in San Benito County this Fall! Check out the things to do Hollister this October. 

Hollister Fire Department Open House

Saturday, Oct. 12th
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

110 Fifth Street, Hollister, California 95023

Please join the Hollister Fire Department for their Annual Open House Event to end National Fire Prevention Week.

National Fire Prevention Week is October 6-12.

This year’s theme is, “Not every hero wears a cape. PLAN and PRACTICE YOUR ESCAPE!”

  • Station Tours
  • Pee Wee Firefighter combat Challenge
  • Snacks & Water for all
  • More activities for all ages

The Last 2019 Soul Kiss Party At The Grove

Saturday, Oct. 12th
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

7511 Pacheco Pass Hwy, Hollister, California 95023

Join Soul Kiss for their last gig at the Grove for the 2019 music series. Enjoy great drinks in their awesome bar and great menu! 

Pet Friend's PET-A-PALOOZA

Saturday, Oct. 12th
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

8300 Airline Hwy, Tres Pinos CA

The PET-A-PALOOZA is a family friendly, pet and people event that celebrates our love of animals. Hosted at San Benito County Historical Park where you can bring your pet. Attendees will enjoy animal demonstration, exhibitors, vendors, raffle, hydration station, bone bar, food, music, mobile veterinarian services, doggie message, contest, wine/beer and more.

The event will feature lovable adoptable animals from shelters from San Benito County and surrounding area. Attendees can also explore our county historical park that is set on 35 acres of shade-tree dotted countryside. The event is a destination for the entire community.

Admission to the PET-A-PALOOZA is FREE!

Attendees can also sign up for the Wag n’ Walk fundraiser and help raise needed funds for our low cost spay/neuter clinic.

Petiquette: All pets must be on a leash. Pick up after your dog. Doggie poop bags are available at the Pet Friends and Rescue Country Store and Information Booth. Most importantly, respect private property. Be careful about letting your dog sniff other dogs; let them get adjusted to each other first. And then they can PLAY!

Fall Boutique

Saturday, Oct. 19
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Enterprise Academy of Martial Arts
351 Tres Pinos Rd, Ste B, Hollister

A wide variety of vendors, Holiday gifts and so much more. This event will support our Special Needs community and relay for life team “Just Breathe”

Succulent Pumpkin Workshop by Valley Sol

Saturday, Oct. 19
1 p.m.

1761 Wright Road, Hollister

This workshop give you step by step instruction at your pace while you enjoy amazing friends, good eats and maybe a drink!!

Prices from $15-45

Workshops will include:

  • Guided workshop by our specialists Bri & Erica.
  • Real or Faux pumpkins in various sizes (selected when purchasing ticket)
  • Moss
  • Succulent clippings
  • Seasonal adornments
  • Misc supplies

Hope Harvest Festival

Saturday, Oct. 19
10 a.m.

San Benito County Historical Park
8300 Airline Hwy, Tres Pinos

This year’s event is expanded to include vendors of both vintage and artisan items and a larger selection of food items.

The mission of the Hope Harvest Festival non-profit is to promote awareness and appreciation of the region’s unique historical, agricultural, industrial, artisan, and culinary experiences.

Paint @4th Street Eatery

Friday, Oct. 25
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

330 4th Street, Hollister, California 95023

Paint this Mouse-Themed SugarSkull with HollisterArt Collab at the new 4TH STREET EATERY.

All materials are provided for you to take home your very own canvas-art, as seen.

  • You will be led step-by-step, by lead-artist Joel Esqueda.
  • Personal touches are encouraged as you create your own masterpiece.
  • Price is only $25

Downtown Fall Clean-UP

Saturday, Oct. 26
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

514 Monterey Street, Hollister Ca

Hollister Downtown Association welcomes everyone to bring their brooms, dustpans, gloves and shovels and help us get Downtown in tip top shape.

Please RSVP to Corey 831-636-8406 or development@downtownhollister.org.

Volunteers will meet at HDA office (514 Monterey Street, across from Methodist Church) at 8:30 am for block assignments

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