Starting in the afternoon, visit the Open Houses at our shops, restaurants and tasting rooms. Then at 4pm, head over to St. Mark’s In-The-Valley Episcopal Church (located on the corner of Alamo Pintado and Nojoqui – just a block from the center of town). See Gingerbread houses, decorated by local artisans and school children, transform the Hall into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and get photos of the kids!

The town tree lighting is in the middle of town at 6pm! Outdoor activities may be impacted by the rain, but the town tree lighting will be in the middle of town at 6pm, rain or shine.

Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas Schedule:

4:00 – Open Houses and Holiday Fun throughout town!
4:00 – Food booths and snacks near the flagpole
4:00 – Gingerbread Wonderland at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
4:00 – Santa Claus in St. Mark’s Parlor
5:00 – SYV Chorale Carolers, Santa Ynez Jazz Band
6:00 – Official Lighting of the Christmas Tree at the flagpole

Los Olivos Businesses Offer Special Holiday Cheer During Extended Hours

Towards evening, the streets of Los Olivos come alive with twinkling lights on buildings and trees. This is a magical opportunity to celebrate with your favorite wineries and shops, and do some holiday shopping. There will be snow! Also watch for Santa’s sleigh, holiday libations and snacks, and more holiday characters and photo opps.