A lot is happening across the Central Coast as we near the end of the work week. Here are six fun things to do this weekend, Friday, Nov. 29 to Sunday, Dec. 1, plus a few extra!
SLO Farmers Market
Thursday, November 9th Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo
Quick FYI, due to Thanksgiving the Downtown SLO Farmer's Market has been canceled for this week. They will be back on December 4th.
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
Nov. 30th, and Dec. 5th, 7th and 14th Township Santa Ynez
Catch complimentary carriage rides this holiday season in Santa Ynez. This great way to explore the town will have rides beginning at the corner of Edison and Sagunto Street.
Saturday, November 30th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 5th from 2 p.m. to 4:30 pm.
Saturday, December 7th from 1 pm. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 1 pm. to 4 p.m.
Here is a look at some of the other events going on this holiday season in Santa Ynez.
Full details can be found here!
A Christmas Story
Performances From November 30th to December 22nd, San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre
Be careful of "You'll shoot your eye out" at the iconic Christmas show A Christmas Story! The SLO Rep will bring the show to life from November 30th to December 22nd.
Showtimes are:
Wed-Sat @ 7 pm
Sat & Sun @ 2 pm
Special Sunday Night Show - Dec. 1st @ 7 pm
Full details can be found here!
SLOCALLY Made
Open daily from November 30th to December 24th 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 877 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo
Take on your holiday shopping with a local flair. Starting this Saturday, November 30th, and lasting to Christmas Eve the old Beverly's Sewing location in Downtown San Luis Obispo will transform into the SLOCALLY Made marketplace. More than 65 local artisans will have pop-up shops for all your holiday needs. The market will be open Monday through Wednesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Full details can be found here!
Christmas in the Country
November 29th to December 24th Elks Event Center, Santa Maria
Holiday Magic will light up the night at the Elks Event Center in Santa Maria for the 5th Annual Christmas in the Country! Friday and Saturday nights from November 29th through December 24th you can enjoy holiday displays all from the comfort of your car.
Full details can be found here!
Solvang Julefest
November 29th through January 5th Solvang
Celebrate the holiday season the Danish way at this year's Solvang Julefest! The month-long celebration kicks off Friday with the first light & music shows and Nisser Adventures of the season. Through January 5th, events will be nonstop to create holiday cheer! Tree lighting weekend is December 6th to 8th.
Full details can be found here!
Cambria Christmas Lights and Market
Cambria Pines Lodge, November 29th through December 31st
There is still time and a few tickets left to enjoy the Cambria Christmas Market! Friday and Saturday evenings wander around this German-style Christmas market, enjoy food, shopping, live entertainment plus over two million Christmas lights! Gates open each evening at 5 p.m. and close at 9 p.m.
Full details can be found here!
Nature Nights at the SLO Botanical Garden
Friday and Saturday Nights from November 29th to December 28th, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden
It is the season of holiday lights and Friday and Saturday nights will be illuminated at the SLO Botanical Garden through December 30th. From 5-8 p.m. live music, holiday performances, culinary treats and more will be available.
Full details can be found here!
Central Coast Craft Fair
Friday, November 29th and Saturday, November 30th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. SLO Vets Hall
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are teaming up for the Central Coast Craft Fair and Holiday Boutique! From 10 .m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday the SLO Vets Hall will fill with vendors ready to check items off your shopping list with handmade items from Central Coast crafters. Entry is free and all attendees are entered in prize drawings and can indulge in hot cider and cookies!
Full details can be found here!
Santa's House Opening Day Celebration
Friday, November 29th, 12 p.m. Mission Plaza San Luis Obispo
Free, family-friendly, and open to the public — Watch Santa ride into Mission Plaza on a firetruck and enjoy a live performance from the SLO County Band! Celebrate the opening of all the fun in the Plaza. Friday, November 29, 2024 at 12 PM
Full details can be found here!
Light Up the Plaza
Friday, November 29th, 5 p.m. Mission Plaza San Luis Obispo
Free, family-friendly, and open to the public — Join Downtown SLO, the City of SLO, and our sponsors and community partners as they "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. Friday, November 29, 2024 at 5 PM.
Full details can be found here!
Downtown Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 29th 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Downtown City Park, Paso Robles
Join Mrs. Claus and the Paso Robles community to light up downtown for the holidays! The community will gather at the downtown city park bandstand at 5:30 and Mrs. Claus will flip the switch to illuminate the trees at 6 p.m. The party will keep going with music, speeches, candlelight caroling, elves and even the Grinch will make an appearance into the evening.
Full details can be found here!
Meet Santa in Templeton
Saturday, November 30th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Agape Christmas Trees Templeton
Get your Christmas list ready and head to Agape Christmas Trees in Templeton on Saturday to meet Santa Claus! From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. chat with father Christmas, enjoy carriage rides, Christmas decor, hot coco, and more! All ages are welcome.
Full details can be found here!
A Musical Journey
Sunday, December 1st 6:30 p.m. Santa Maria Civic Theatre
Let your heart sing Sunday evening at the Santa Maria Civic Theatre for a musical theater vocal workshop. This "Musical Journey will begin at 6:30 p.m. and take attendees through scenes from some of the most beloved musicals of all time. Admission is free but there is a suggested door donation of $10
Full details can be found here!
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Forecast
This weekend is going to be beautiful all across the Central Coast! Here is a look at the forecast!
Here is a full look at your forecast from Meteorologist Vivian Rennie!
