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Annual Light Up the Downtown Holiday Celebration

The City of Atascadero presents its annual Light Up the Downtown Holiday Celebration to be held on Friday, December 2, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Sunken Gardens, Downtown Atascadero.

Beginning at 5:30 p.m., you can sip and shop with the Atascadero Chamber of Commerce’s ever-popular Art, Wine & Brew Tour! Then, at 6 p.m., gather in the Sunken Gardens area in front of Historic City Hall as our city officials and the community counts down to the lighting of our beautiful building. Soon after the lights come on, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive via an antique Model-A fire truck to the tune of “Here Comes Santa Claus,” performed by the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy! You will then be invited to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the North Pole entrance at the back of City Hall, which faces Atascadero Middle School.

Entertainment includes music by the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy and the Atascadero Community Band, followed by Medina Light Show Designs playing holiday favorites! In addition, enjoy complimentary Hay Rides by Harris Stage lines and rides on the Model-A Firetruck by the Atascadero Fire Association around Historic City Hall and the Sunken Gardens. Plus, lots of complimentary hot chocolate (while supplies last)!

Art & Wine Tour tickets are available in front of Historic City Hall and at Colony Market & Deli. Tickets include a commemorative wine glass and wristband that entitles you to enjoy a variety of merchants serving wine throughout the downtown. A great way to enjoy shopping and strolling downtown, along with enjoying the festivities of the season! For ticket information, go to atascaderochamber. org or call (805) 466-2044.

For information on this and other holiday events, please visit: VisitAtascadero.com/events.

Annual Holiday "Trail of Lights" Tour Map

You won’t want to miss out on Atascadero’s 3rd Annual Holiday “Trail of Lights” Tour Map to know exactly where to take an evening drive or neighborhood stroll to see all of the wonderfully decorated local homes, guaranteed to get everyone in the holiday spirit!

The “Trail of Lights” Tour Map provides an opportunity for residents and businesses to show off their homes and storefronts and for families to enjoy a safe and fun activity driving through town to check out all the wonderful outdoor lights this season. To view the tour map, visit viewer. mapme.com/trail_of_lights_map.

Winter Wonderland

Atascadero’s Sunken Gardens and the entire downtown will be transformed into a magical snowy paradise! 75 tons of snow will create a massive snow slide built by the Kiwanis Club of Atascadero, Cuesta Springs Ice Company & Premier Ag! In addition, there will be two large snow pile areas for the kids on December 9 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Holiday Shopping at bloke Outfitters

Shopping downtown Atascadero continues to offer new options for the adventurous and demanding shopper. Bloke Outfitters on Entrada Avenue has emerged as a staple for men’s casual wear and other goodies among the shifting tapestry of downtown goods and services.

Positioned by owner Farron Walker as “an affordable, approachable men’s store for the Central Coast lifestyle,” the shop features something for every man. Walker curates an attractive selection of men’s gear featuring Katin, Rowan, Naked & Famous Denim, Imperial Motion, and Stonefield Denim in a variety of fits and colors.

The racks boast seasonal treats for last-minute gift ideas for the men in your life. The revolving inventory delivers the right item at the right time for the opportunistic shopper, so stop in when downtown.

Along with contemporary fashion for men of many ages, Bloke features some great gift ideas, including Buck knives, wallets, eyewear, belt buckles from SPY Optics, Caddis Eyewear, Buck Knives, Hogue Knives, Red Road Leather Works.

One thing you can believe is that you will only know what you are missing if you head in and see the latest catalog from Bloke. One-of-a-kind special items can be found in the specially curated vintage section that includes Levi’s, concert tees, leather jackets, sweaters, and other rare finds.

With a 5-star rating on Google, the young store has great potential to keep it interesting downtown Atascadero.

One review states, “Great, small, intimate men’s clothing store. A little variety of pants, jackets & shirts. Be interesting to see how this grows over the years.”

Need something for the son, cousin, uncle, husband or father to fill that stocking or pack the paper under the tree? Head over to Bloke on Entrada, and follow them on social media. 5908 Entrada Ave, Downtown Atascadero (805) 464-2538 blokeoutfitters.com IG: @bloke_atascadero FB: @blokeoutfitters