Each year in September, the plaza of the Old Mission in San Luis Obispo California is transformed with colorful, large-scale street paintings created by artists and young people.

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The artists or "madonnari" begin working on Saturday morning of the weekend and continue drawing throughout the two-day festival. The San Luis Obispo Mission is located at the corner of Broad and Monterey Streets.

The Festival hours are from 10 am to 6 pm daily and admission is free. If you have any questions, please contact AIA at 805-541-6294.

Times: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Location: Mission Plaza Address: Monterey St. & Chorro St. Event City: San Luis Obispo Phone: 805.927.1697 Parking: Charge: nearby streets and garages Low Admission: Free

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