2nd Annual Central Coast Oddities & Curiosities Show

Schedule

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Madonna Inn | San Luis Obispo, CA

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Get ready for a mind-boggling experience at The 2nd Annual Central Coast Oddities & Curiosities Show on Saturday Sep 13, 2025 at the Alex Madonna Expo Center presented by the Menagerie Oddities Market!
This is the event seasoned collectors and curiosity seekers intrigued by the unusual, turn out for! A day showcasing a wide range of talented artists and vendors from our highly curated lineup of purveyors selling extraordinary wares: dark art, bizarre home decor, peculiar artifacts, unique fine jewelry, strange collectibles, trinkets for the boudoir, rare specimens, and more.
Indulge in the thrill of the unexpected as our cast of curious creatures entertains you.
Engage in conversations with fellow oddity lovers, explore the grounds of the world-famous (or infamous) Madonna Inn, enjoy a meal with friends in the "pink" dining room and expand your knowledge with a workshop taught by one of our leading, expert taxidermists.
NEW FOR 2025
~VIP's can join our Menagerie a day early, Friday evening during our Masquerade Dinner & Dance! Meet our misfits in the Secret Garden, feast on the finest foods, enjoy cocktails with friends, and dance to the soundtrack of our Menagerie with a special guest DJ!
~FOOD TRUCK COURT featuring local food trucks during our Oddities Show on Saturday.
Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply intrigued by the unusual, The Central Coast Oddities & Curiosities Show promises an unforgettable experience. BUY YOUR TICKET TODAY!
ALL TICKETS INCLUDE:
A curated lineup of artists and vendors from near and far
A cast of curious performers to entertain you
Access to our photo booth, face painting, music, tarot readings, 2 full bars, food trucks and more!
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TICKET INFO: VIP Friday 9/12 Ages 18+ / General Admission Saturday 9/13 ALL ages (under 5 FREE)
9/12 VIP MASQUERADE
VIP Pass ~ Masquerade Dinner & Dance 6:00pm to 10:00pm in the Secret Garden. Join our misfits Friday evening for dinner, dancing, live entertainment, and a preview of some of our artists best pieces! VIP ticket holders get exclusive access to the Oddities show on Saturday morning at 11am to shop an hour before the general public with our new event tote.
*Includes: dinner, dancing, live entertainment, art preview, early entry on Saturday, and new event tote w/swag!
*see event agenda for Menu information on Eventbrite.
FRI 18+ 6-10PM SAT All ages (Under 5 FREE) 11am-6PM
NO refunds or exchanges. ALL TICKET
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE.
9/13 SATURDAY ODDITIES SHOW
General Admission 12-6 pm / All ages (Under 5 FREE)
Under 5 Free
Rain or Shine
ADA Accessible
TONS of Free parking!
**in and out privileges w/hand stamp
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WORKSHOPS:
Butterfly and Moth Pinning Workshops
*Workshops are ADD-ONS and do NOT include admission to the event. YOU MUST HAVE AN ADMISSION TICKET TO ENTER THE EVENT (VIP or General Admission).
WORKSHOPS TBA
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Policies:
We are a fine art and oddities market. Please do not haggle with our vendors.
~SOLICITING: ABSOLUTELY no soliciting of ANY kind: Religious, Political, or Event Scouting. Take a business card.
~NO outside food, drink or promotional materials.
~No refunds or exchanges-ALL SALES FINAL
~Unused tickets are not valid for refunds or exchanges.
~Some of the art may contain mature content. Parents are responsible for determining if their child should attend. Examples can be found on our social media and website.
~The Menagerie has a ZERO tolerance policy against hate, bigotry, harrassment, violence, racism, sexism, or offensive behavior toward our crew, venue staff, our vendors, and our patrons or members of the public. Be kind to everyone or leave.
~We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
For vending info or to sign up for our newsletter at www.themenagerieodditiesmarket.com
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Where is it happening?

Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Rd,San Luis Obispo, California, United States

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The Menagerie Alameda

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