The free summer concert series 'Concerts in the Plaza' returns to downtown San Luis Obispo for its 30th year, drawing thousands to Mission Plaza each Friday. - The series started in 1995 as a monthly event with a few hundred attendees, now averaging 3,200 per Friday.
- New features this year include upgraded restrooms and two block parties with six hours of free music. - Local musician Colleen Rhatigan, winner of last year's 'Battle of the Openers,' returns to perform.
- KSBY Daybreak team will emcee in July, and meteorologist Jim Castillo will be live at the kickoff on June 19.