Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown San Luis Obispo
Experience the magic of the holidays this November and December in downtown San Luis Obispo with events and activations all season long.
49th Annual Holiday Parade
Friday, December 5, 2025 | 7 PM
Join Downtown SLO for the largest holiday parade on the Central Coast! Nearly 90 decorated floats, marching bands, vehicles, dancers, and more will march through downtown San Luis Obispo. Information regarding the route, accommodations, and more will be published as the date approaches.
Lights & Sights in Mission Plaza
Open Now Through the New Year
Admire dazzling displays, take family photos in front of festive backdrops, and experience a music-synced light and snow show! Step into a magic winter wonderland in Mission Plaza this holiday season.
Santa's House
Open Now Through Christmas Eve
Santa will be flying from the North Pole for his annual winter residency in Mission Plaza! Bring the family to meet Santa, take photos, and make magical memories!
Shop Local All Season Long!
Love Your Community • Feel Good • Shop Local
Buy Local Bonus: Spend $100 or more on gifts at any local retail business in the City of SLO and receive a $25 gift card to another local business! Learn more.
Free Garage Parking Days
Visitors can enjoy free parking in all three downtown parking garages on the following days:
- Thanksgiving Weekend: 11/27, 11/28, 11/29, 11/30
- Every Sunday in December: 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28
- Christmas Eve/Day: 12/24, 12/25
- New Year’s Eve/Day: 12/31, 1/1
In Partnership With
Lights & Sights in Mission Plaza Presented By
Santa's House Sponsor
Parade Presenting Sponsor
Lights & Sights Built By
Mission Plaza Photo Spots Sponsors
Light Tunnel Sponsor
Creek Walk Lights Sponsors
Holiday Parade Announcer Booth Sponsor
Light & Snow Show Sponsors
Shop Local Promotions Sponsor
Letters to Santa Sponsor
Souvenir Ornament Sponsor
Holiday Parade Bike Valet Sponsor
Parade Major Sponsors
Media Partners
Special Thanks To
