Events & Experiences
With a history shaped by dreamers and doers, Granada has long been a home for the curious and creatively inclined. Today, our curated events and experiences continue that tradition—inviting lovers of craft, culture, and community to come together in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo. From cocktail classes to fireside chats, explore what’s happening next at Granada.
The Art of the Nightcap returns for the holiday season, with a lineup made for colder nights, holiday hosting, and celebratory toasts.
Led by our expert bar team, guests enjoy guided demonstrations with opportunities to shake and stir along the way. Sips and snacks included throughout. Part workshop, part happy hour, and perfect for curious beginners and connoisseurs alike.
HOLIDAY SERIES:::
$65 per person. Space is limited.
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Wednesday, October 21, 5-6pm
A lesson in practical magic. In this workshop, explore the relationship between aroma and flavor, what makes certain spirits particularly well suited to smoke, and how to build depth and balance. By the end, you’ll be ready to recreate the effect at your home bar, a fitting party trick for October nights.
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Wednesday, November 25, 5-6pm
How to set the bar for holiday entertaining with batched cocktails. From proportions and dilution to prep and presentation, this workshop covers large-format drinks that are every bit as good as one made to order. So by the time the party begins, your bartending shift ends.
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Wednesday, December 16, 5-6pm
The best part of a cold winter’s day is what comes after. In this workshop, learn what happens when cocktail hour heats up — how temperature releases aroma, how homemade syrups are used to layer sweetness and spice, and how to master dilution without ice.
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Wednesday, December 30, 5-6pm
For celebrations that call for something sparkling, with a little more spirit. In this workshop, learn how bubbles change a cocktail, when to reach for Champagne, Cava, or Prosecco, how to build around their acidity and sweetness, and how to preserve the fizz from first pour to final sip. Just in time for one last toast to 2026.