December Has Arrived
By Karyl Lammers · Fri Dec 12 2025
Joy to the world and Merry Christmas! Remember the reason for the season and cherish every day.
Downtown Main Street Association has brought Christmas traditions to this community for well over 30 years, and this year is no exception. We will fill all three Saturdays in December, leading up to Christmas Day, with community events guaranteed to bring the fun-filled, joyful magic of Christmas to everyone!
We’ve just opened the curtains, Monday morning, and greeted December 1. On Thursday, December 4, it’s an evening when the weather is frightful but the “Full Cold Moon” will be so delightful. This last full moon of 2025 is also called the “Long Full Moon” because it rises during the longest night of the year and shines above the horizon for longer than most full moons.
December 6 at 6 p.m. Downtown Main Street hosts “Christmas Lights Winter Nights”, our 64th Annual Christmas Light Parade with Santa and Mrs. Claus, all around the City Park. It’s a wonderful community event, come visit with friends and neighbors while enjoying all the festivities.
“Christmas will always be as long as we stand Heart to Heart and Hand in Hand.” — Dr. Seuss
The charm of Paso Robles shines on Saturday, December 13, with our 39th Annual “Vine Street Victorian Showcase” from 6 to 9 p.m. Between 8th and 21st streets, the residents on Vine Street decorate their homes and yards, and provide music, entertainment, and refreshments for visitors walking by. It’s fun for the whole family!
Remember: The magic of Christmas never ends and its greatest of gifts are family and friends.
“A Teddy Bear is a piece of childhood magic that stays with you forever.” — Benjamin Scott
On Saturday, December 20, we celebrate the 35th Annual Teddy Bear Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Park Ballroom. Hey kids, get dressed up, dress up your teddy bear, and be ready for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Snow King and Queen, and all the elves. Enjoy treats, music, entertainment, and lots of fun!
There are a variety of wonderful holiday celebrations throughout North County. Every year, our community fills up with family and friends visiting to enjoy Christmas in Paso Robles!
This year, the Allegretto Vineyard Resort is presenting “The 12 Days of Christmas” from December 20 to December 31, transforming the resort into a holiday wonderland offering seasonal delights and joyful experiences sure to make the season bright. There’s a special event on Saturday, December 20, for everybody: The European-Inspired Christmas Marketplace and Festival. The Marketplace will offer an array of unique gifts, decorations, art, and gourmet chocolates for everyone. There will be antique printing presses available for creating Victorian cards for adults and children. Come and be thrilled by a puppet show featuring your favorite Christmas characters. These antique, handmade marionettes were designed by Master Puppeteer Bob Baker and his longtime apprentice, Greg Paul Williams. This show is guaranteed to make children of all ages swoon with delight! For itinerary details, visit allegrettovineyardresort.com
It’s time to say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026! Let’s go back to City Park and enjoy a bonfire, music by The Lucky Devils Band, food trucks, beer, wine, cocktails, and bubbly from local vendors. There will be face-painters, glitter tattoos, dragon knights, and stilt walkers to dazzle and amaze. Admission is free and it’s rain or shine! Thank you, City of Paso Robles!
With that I say, “Happy New Year!"
“The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
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