What to do on Thanksgiving 2022 in San Luis Obispo
With Thanksgiving 2022 right around the corner, it’s best to plan ahead. While catching up with family and friends over a delicious and homemade Thanksgiving dinner is great, do something different this year! Get out of the house and create new family traditions and fond memories. There are plenty of fun things to do on Thanksgiving in San Luis Obispo. Take your pick from our curated list of Thanksgiving events and activities for your family or crew below:
Cambria Christmas Market
The Cambria Christmas Market is one of the most anticipated annual holiday events in Southern California. Featuring 2+ million twinkling lights and artisan vendors, this is a family-friendly event where kids can see Santa and enjoy a fun train ride while munching on delicious food. Grown ups can chill at cozy fire pits or jam with local musicians.
It’s never too early to buy gifts this Christmas as you’ll find the perfect gift for everyone on your list here. Drop by the market on most nights starting November 25 to December 23, 2022. Marvel at the sparkling lights illuminating the night and the variety of baked goods, fresh food and drinks. Take this opportunity to bond with family and friends as you experience Winter Wonderland.
Winter Faire & Juried Craft Show
Get to know Morro Bay’s up-and-coming artists in the Annual Winter Faire & Juried Craft Show. Feast your eyes on some of Central Coast’s finest art pieces presented in different artistic mediums, from traditional to modern. This special holiday event features paintings, photography, and fine crafts from artists. Whether you’re looking for a unique gift for a loved one or want to spend an afternoon enjoying beautiful artwork, you won’t want to miss this exciting showcase of creativity! The exhibit will be on display from November 10, 2022 to December 31, 2022.
Learn more about the show here.
The Holiday Plaza
The Holiday Plaza is the center of holiday happenings in downtown San Luis Obispo. The plaza offers dazzling displays, photo backdrops featuring California-inspired elements, a magical lighted forest, and more. Bring your kids and let Santa dazzle them as he rides into Mission Plaza on a firetruck. Kids at heart can also enjoy a live performance from the SLO County Band. Don’t forget to bring your camera for memorabilia. Visit their website to learn more.
Make the most of your SLO Thanksgiving 2022 by Wine Tasting
Your Thanksgiving activities in SLO won’t be complete without tasting the county’s best wines. Gather the gang, grab your besties or surprise your loved ones with a wine-tasting tour. Most vineyards are located in the Edna Valley, Paso Robles AVA, and Santa Maria Valley AVA. Sample wines from grapes grown on small family farms that produce high-quality wines yearly. This gives you access to flavors that aren’t always available elsewhere. Each winery has its unique style, so it’s easy to find something new and exciting every time you go.
Taste award-winning wines at more than 27 tasting rooms across pastoral Edna Valley, just 10 minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo. The best part of this tour is you can pack your leftover turkey sandwiches and thanksgiving dinner for a picnic lunch at the Old Edna Townsite. Watch the sunset on the coast as you stop by one of SLO’s many welcoming wine bars and tasting rooms. Try all the exceptional CAL wines in one place and chat with the wine connoisseur over a glass of red wine.
Share a hearty thanksgiving dinner at a local restaurant
Plan to spend some time in the county! With more than 250 world-class wineries and craft breweries, gorgeous beach views, and wide-open countryside, SLO CAL is the perfect place for your Thanksgiving dinner. Take your family to any of these sumptuous restaurants:
Café Roma
Fill your stomach with the delectable first course, entree, and dessert. The entrees include organic roasted turkey, beef short ribs, or wild mushroom lasagna. Are you bringing your kids? They can choose delicious food from the children’s menu. Call 805-541-6800 to book.
The Hatch
The Hatch will offer a prix-fixe Thanksgiving dinner from 4:30 PM until 9:00 PM. The menu will feature turkey two ways (grilled breast roulade and leg confit in a Tea-coriander brine), mashed potatoes, savory herb bread pudding, and autumn salad. Space is limited, and reservations are required, so please call 805-221-5727 or book your table online.
Drive around the local spots
The thanksgiving weekend is a perfect time to explore the incredible spots of SLO. You can drive up to Paso Robles and spend the day in one of the city’s famous wineries. You can also check out a local brewery or even visit some museums. Most of all, don’t miss out on the county’s gorgeous beaches. If it’s warm enough outside, head down south towards Cayucos for some fun in the sand; otherwise, Lake San Antonio is always great for swimming or boating!
38th Annual Thanksgiving for Paso Robles
Looking for opportunities to pay it forward on Thanksgiving? The Thanksgiving for Paso Robles needs you. Plenty of things you can do from pre-cleaning, decorating, setting tables, bussing, and more cleaning. You can also help raise funds to buy food or pick it up, prepare it, and serve it. Helping other people can be a family bonding experience. Make sure to pre-register as they need to organize and mobilize the right people. Those who are 16 years and older can help in the kitchen while kids can help decorate boxes. You can also sign up your family to deliver meals. Click here to register: https://www.thanksgivingforpasorobles.com/
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Make sure to stop by Sand Suites Inn, no matter what kind of adventure you decide on at San Luis Obispo over Thanksgiving weekend. Spend your long weekend with your family while enjoying our great amenities, such as free WiFi, gym access, parking, and an outdoor pool and spa. Your furry friends will find a home in our pet-friendly hotel, too.