Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown San Luis Obispo
'Tis the season for unforgettable festive fun in charming downtown San Luis Obispo. In 2023, see a continuation of treasured community traditions, as well as brand-new activations and dazzling lights.
Lights, sights, & family fun in Mission Plaza
Presented by CoVelop; In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo
Santa's House
Sponsored by Dignity Health
Santa's House is closed for the 2023 season. See you next year!
Shop Local All Season Long
Keep your dollars local this holiday season and support local businesses when shopping for gifts.
Holiday Gift Guides
Still searching for the perfect present? Find everything you're looking for and more at one of our locally-owned boutiques and shops.
Photo via Ambiance Boutique.
Free Parking Days
Park for free in any of the three downtown structures on the following days:
- Thursday, November 23
- Friday, November 24
- Saturday, November 25
- Sunday, November 26
- Sunday, December 3
- Sunday, December 10
- Sunday, December 17
- Sunday, December 24
- Monday, December 25
- Sunday, December 31
- Monday, January 1
Beginning Thursday, November 23, 2023 (Thanksgiving Day), the first hour of parking is free every day in all three structures.
47th Annual Downtown SLO Holiday Parade
Presented by Ah Louis Store and Friday Night Lights Youth Flag Football; In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo
Friday, December 1, 2023 ❆ 7 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an out of this world evening!
- You voted, and the winners of the 47th Annual Downtown SLO Holiday Parade areeee....
- People's Choice: Comet Realty
- Most Creative: Untamed Petals
- Best in Theme: County of SLO Public Works
- Most Entertaining: CORE Dance