Lights, sights, & family fun in Mission Plaza

In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo

Opens Friday, November 29, 2024

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!

Light Up The Plaza!

Friday, November 29, 2024 | 5 PM

Join Downtown SLO, the City of SLO, and our sponsors and community partners as we "switch on" the lights in the Plaza, ushering in the start of the 2024 holiday season! Grab a cozy drink downtown and enjoy live music and community.

Santa's House

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!

Santa's House

Festive Photo Spots

Sponsored by Adventist Health, Meathead Movers, & Toyota of SLO

Experience larger-than-life lighted backdrops and displays that sparkle during the day and dazzle at night! Take festive photos with family and friends in front of the giant decorated tree, walk-through ornament, photo wreath, sit-in sleigh, giant SLO letters, and more!

Classic Carousel

Sponsored by Lamplighter Inn & Suites

Ride the Classic Carousel in Mission Plaza beginning Friday, November 29! Hours of operation will run in tandem with Santa’s House hours. Cash only.

Dazzling Light Shows

Sponsored by PG&E and Thoma Electric

Light Tunnel Sponsored by SESLOC

Visit the Broad Street end of the Plaza to walk through a giant animated light tunnel — stop by in the evenings for a music-synced light show that incorporates both the tunnel and other elements of the Plaza. And keep an eye out…it might just snow in SLO!