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.
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Lights, sights, & family fun in Mission Plaza
Presented by CoVelop; In partnership with the City of San Luis Obispo
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Santa's House
Sponsored by Dignity Health
Santa's House is closed for the 2023 season. See you next year!
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Shop Local All Season Long
Keep your dollars local this holiday season and support local businesses when shopping for gifts.
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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.
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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.
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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
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