Lights, sights, & family fun in Mission Plaza

In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo

The Holiday Plaza returns this November–December in downtown San Luis Obispo!

Opening Day Festivities: Friday, November 29, 2025

Santa's House Opening Day Celebration

1 PM | Mission Plaza

Free, family-friendly, and open to the public — Watch Santa arrive to Mission Plaza and be among the first to visit and take photos with him!

Santa’s House Hours of Operation:

11/29–12/21: Thurs–Sun, 1 PM–7 PM
12/22–12/23: 1 PM–7 PM
12/24: 10 AM–1 PM

Light up the Plaza!

5 PM | Mission Plaza

Free, family-friendly, and open to the public — 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.

Holiday Plaza Activations & Partnerships

Be part of the magic: We are inviting select entertainers and organizations the opportunity to perform or host a family-friendly activity in the Plaza!

Holiday Plaza Activation Interest Form

In Partnership With