San Luis
Obispo -- The Central Coast Railroad Festival begins Thursday and runs through
the weekend. The Festival features rail excursions, modeling of all types and
special events at historical railroad buildings throughout San Luis Obispo and
northern Santa Barbara Counties. The yearly event is a chance for people of all
ages to learn about the history of the railway and to experience it firsthand. All
Festival events are free except the special Family Excursions and Wine Rail
Trips. The festival is sponsored by Union Pacific, Amtrak and Rabobank.