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City of Atascadero Seeks Watercraft Concessionaire for Atascadero Lake Park

March 12 3:50:pm

The City of Atascadero is accepting written proposals for the Watercraft Concessionaire provider with exclusive use of the boat ramp and current paddleboat location at Atascadero Lake Park! The deadline to submit the “Request for Proposal” is Friday, April 4, 2025, at 4 pm at Historic City…

Atascadero Police Department Executes Search Warrants in Drug Sales Investigation

March 06 11:16:am

On March 5, 2025, the Atascadero Police Department, in collaboration with the Paso Robles Police Department and the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, executed three search warrants as part of a six-month investigation into the sale of illegal narcotics. The warrants were…

City of Atascadero Presents Band Announcements for the 2025 “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series!

March 05 5:56:pm

The City of Atascadero is very pleased to announce the bands that have been selected for the 2025 Saturday in the Park Summer Concert Series. Our concert series takes place at the Atascadero Lake Park Bandstand from 6:30-8:30 pm and will include a total of seven concerts to enjoy throughout…

Adult Social Kickball – 2025 Spring Season Team Registration NOW OPEN!

February 14 1:53:pm

The City of Atascadero is excited to announce registration for the Adult Kickball League is OPEN! Channel your inner fourth grader and sign your team up to play this season! Games will be held on Wednesday evenings at the Paloma Creek softball fields. The Spring season is scheduled to begin…

Adult Basketball – 2025 Spring Season Team Registrations NOW OPEN!

February 14 1:46:pm

The City of Atascadero is excited for the upcoming Adult Basketball season! We are ready to get everyone back on the court at Colony Park Community Center for the Spring Season. The league will run from March 23rd through June 1st, allowing for 7 regular season games and at least one game in…

NEW! Mexican Spider Monkeys at the Charles Paddock Zoo!

February 13 2:32:pm

The City of Atascadero and the Charles Paddock Zoo are pleased to announce the new addition of the three young Mexican Spider Monkeys that arrived at the Charles Paddock Zoo (from another AZA accredited Zoo) to join our longtime resident Spider Monkey, Izzy. The new monkeys are just…

Temporary Detour from Southbound El Camino Real To Traffic Way to begin Tuesday

February 07 3:21:pm

Beginning Tuesday, February 11th, motorists on southbound El Camino Real will encounter a temporary detour at Traffic Way.  The detour will not begin prior to 8:30 am to minimize disruptions for school drop-off and commuters.  Drivers will be detoured onto Traffic Way, then onto…

Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District (ATBID) Seeks Proposals for Destination Marketing Services

January 27 5:38:pm

Every five years the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District (ATBID) Advisory Board is required to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Destination Marketing Services. The ATBID is approaching their fifth renewal year of their current annual contract and is seeking proposals from…

The City of Atascadero presents the 2025 Event Calendar!

January 23 2:50:pm

The City of Atascadero is proud to present its 2025 Event Calendar, showcasing a variety of City and City sponsored events throughout the year.  From free community gatherings to larger signature events and ticketed experiences, Atascadero offers a variety for residents and visitors alike…