Lights, sights, & family fun in Mission Plaza
Presented by CoVelop; In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo
Open Now!
Mission Plaza is the centerpiece of downtown San Luis Obispo — it all happens here! This holiday season, visit Santa at Santa's House, ride the Classic Carousel, take family photos in front of the 20-foot tree, walk through animated lighted displays, experience a music-synced light show, and more!

Santa's House
Presented by Dignity Health
Open Friday, November 24, 2023 – Sunday, December 24, 2023
Bring the kiddos to meet Santa in Mission Plaza! Visitors can recite their holiday wish list and pose for photos with Santa on his front lawn.

Classic Carousel
Sponsored by Lamplighter Inn & Suites
Children of all ages can ride the Classic Carousel in Mission Plaza!
Hours sync with Santa's House Open Hours.

Dazzling Displays & Photo Spots
Photo spots sponsored by Tenet Health Central Coast, Meathead Movers, and Toyota San Luis Obispo
Find show-stopping photo opportunities, including animated light tunnels, a dazzling walk-through ornament, a lighted 10-foot wreath, a 15-foot lighted sleigh, and more.

Musical Light Show
Sponsored by PG&E, RRM Design Group, Thoma Electric, Wallace Group, Lola & Ivy, and Nordstrom Rack
Stunning lights all throughout the Plaza will synchronize with music every evening. Timing and more information to come!

Holiday Tree
Sponsored by Swinerton
Admire the 20-foot lighted and decorated holiday tree in the center of the Plaza.
