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    Cambria Christmas Market

    3.6 (157 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Neeta D.

    Amazing and one of the biggest Christmas light displays I've seen! Everything's well organized, there was plenty of staff to direct you where needed. Food options are limited but good. Got a good wait time there. Tried a bread pudding that was yum.

    Kristina R.

    We loved this Christmas market. We went on December 29, after Christmas, so I feel like it was a little less busy than it could have been but it was still very full. The light displays were truly amazing. It felt very traditional and homey. Coming from LA, we have been to other Christmas light displays and thought this market was hands down the best one we have ever been to. It was the prettiest and the most affordable. The only inconvenient part would be the parking. We paid $11 per person for a shuttle which was very nice but a little overpriced in my opinion considering the ticket to the event was $28 per person. Would definitely come again to try more snacks and see the wonderful lights.

    Lexi M.

    What a fun event!!! This was our first time attending with our 3 year old, and she loved it! There's really something for the whole family- food, gifts, and of course all the lights! I loved the Christmas carolers and Photo Booth opportunities- they both really added to the event. My only complaints would be that it's SO packed in some areas (hard to move around), and that the Santa they had was not very authentic looking. Overall- great experience, I would recommend and we would return!

    Alex H.

    The Cambria Christmas Market is such a magical place and a perfect spot to visit with family or friends during the holiday season!! I've been to a Christmas market in Colorado before, and this one takes it to a whole new level! Tickets can sell out quickly, so it's a good idea to grab them in advance if you can! The lights here are absolutely incredible! There are so many of them, and they have some unique displays like glowing elephants and jellyfish, which make it really special. At the entrance, there's a little market with delicious food options and fun shops to explore, where you can also grab some hot cocoa or cider as you walk around! And yes, they do sell alcoholic drinks here. The Cambria Christmas Market is one of my favorite holiday traditions. I highly recommend!!

    Marshall G.

    This Christmas Market is so much more than I can express. Rooms and Rooms of Wonderful Christmas items. Every facet, from all versions of Santa to 50 ways to decorate a tree and all for sale. One item was A Santa on a sled pulled by a carved wooden pig. Very old. Only 25,000.00 USD. So much to see.

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    Michelle R.

    Pricey but worth a splurge. I wanted to stay here during the Christmas season and booked a room at the hotel which included tickets to the Christmas Market. It's open 5:00-9:00 Wednesday to Sundays (check website for more details about the event schedule) and there's 3 million lights decorating the place. Food is available and the popular ones runs out by 8:00. Alcohol is available and the Gluwein (mulled wine) was so tasty we took home 2 bottles.

    Sara Z.

    I try to go visit the Cambria Lights each year because it's always so beautiful to see. The amount of thought and time that goes into each display is truly astounding. It's the perfect place to go for a date, or a fun night out with your friends or family. I always purchase a cup of hot chocolate once inside, so I have something warm and yummy to sip on while taking in all the lights. There are plenty of food and drink vendors to choose from. I recommend planning on getting there right at 5 when they open so you are not rushed. Also note that the shuttle process to get up to the lights takes approximately 30 minutes. This year I went after Christmas which meant the tickets were cheaper and it was less crowded since it wasn't sold out. If you're trying to save money and / or avoid the crowds this is a good option.

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    Karen L.

    If you want to get into the holiday spirit, this is the place to visit. My experience started well before arriving at the market as I purchased a package which allowed me to take a shuttle from my hotel to the market and the ride did not disappoint. I was greeted by the grinch and hopped on a fully decorated coach complete with Christmas music and the grinch as the shuttle chauffeur. When you enter the market, the first area is filled with food and craft vendors as well as a holiday decorated tent where you can sit , sip and enjoy live music. As you make your way around, you're surrounded by a variety of Christmas light Installations as well and local craft vendors and artisans. I was told they used 3 million lights to create the various displays and installations. The property is expansive and provides different scenes to explore. In addition to the lights, there are also various venues with live music including the local ukulele club strumming and singing holiday tunes. The event is great for families as well as a wonderful date night with your partner or outing with friends. There is something for everyone. There are plenty of food and drink options including festive adult libations such as beer, wine, adult holiday drinks to keep you fueled for the fun. You will definitely be in the holiday spirit after a night at the market.

    Dani O.

    This is a yearly event for me!! I love it so much!! Lights, food, shopping and gluhwein! A recipe for greatness!! Over the years, they have changed the shuttle locations. This year, it was across the street from our B&B, which is awesome. Hop on a shuttle and get dropped off at the Cambria Pines lodge. Once you walk in, there is food and shopping every where you look. You can choose to eat before or after looking at lights. I would highly recommend grabbing a bite to eat, grab a cup of gluhwein and then check out the lights. Don't forget to check out the Cambria Pine Nursery lights and gift shop. Amazing!! Lots of different shops to check out. Candles, candies, toys, kitchen items. Jewelry by local vendors, just so much to check out. Highly recommend!! We go every year.

    Justine S.

    This year was my first time visiting the Cambria Christmas market. We arrived early so that we could enter as soon as they opened, and I'm glad we did! We were able to order food and do some light shopping before the big crowds rolled in around 45-60 min after opening. I had the tomato basil bisque from one of the booths and it was perfect for the cold night. The place is dog friendly, many of which are dressed in festive sweaters and pjs! Lots of walking and stopping for photos. Beautiful display of lights all around. We were there for about 2.5 hours and were able to get through the whole market. Overall, I'm glad I got to experience this and would recommend checking it out at least once!

    Bryce S.

    Once again, a wonderful time at the Cambria Christmas Village. Lights, food, booths, photo ops, etc, it has it all. Always great customer service. Love the free shuttle service at the local school pickups. Daughter absolutely loved it! The schnitzel sandwich is awesome and looked forward to it all year. Perfectly crispy, salty, crunchy, tender, juicy meat. Coleslaw cuts through it with freshness and bite, little sweetness. The bun is fluffy and wouldn't mind it being a little thinner. *This is a great place for whoever loves lights and Christmas, but it is a little steep. Food and light for family of 3 was $140*

    So crazy crowded
    Samuel O.

    Ok so this place was hella crowded. Like Disneyland on a holiday weekend crowded. Whats the point of selling "tickets" when anyone and everyone can come and there is no limit to the amount of people allowed inside? Can't walk anywhere without bumping into to strollers or unaware people wandering aimlessly. Can't take any pictures without a million heads of strangers in them. I mean the lights were awesome, but way way way too crowded for the entrance fees and then the prices once you got inside were outrageous. Like 16$ for a crappy little pizza. Give me a break. Glad i went and saw it once, but we will never ever go back. Total buzzkill. We were excited to go all week. It's more like a tourist trap than a fun family adventure imo. I will say there are lots of different booths with stuff for sale, and a good selection of venders. The employees seemed nice with decent bus service, and friendly drivers, but all in all it was a 3 star experience at best. And thats being very generous.

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    Magical! We thought it was very well organized from the entry to the shuttles. Fantastic light displays perfect for families and groups.

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    The event takes place at the Cambria Pines Lodge and Cambria Nursery and it is truly Christmas light paradise.

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    Cambria Nursery and Florist

    Cambria Nursery and Florist

    4.5
    (112 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    A beautiful nursery that feels like a mini botanical garden…read more I find myself here every time I visit charming Cambria. Meandering paths lead you through cottage gardens, shade gardens, and quiet Zen corners. It's a whimsical multi-acre experience with display gardens, gift shops, animals, a farmstand, and the largest year-round Christmas store in SLO County. Beyond plants, you'll find antiques, books, home goods, and garden art. It's one of my favorite places to pick up unique gifts for family and friends, and somehow I always leave with something for my own garden collection. There's also a seasonal farmstand offering fresh produce and local eggs from nearby ranches. It's peaceful, magical, and endlessly inspiring, always giving me new ideas for my own backyard. PS - it's free and open daily.

    I had another opportunity to wander through the winter wonderland. That is the Cambria nursery. It…read morenever fails to disappoint me and at this time of year, it's particularly magical when they open up the tent behind the gift shop and fill it with all kinds of Christmas treasures. I particularly like the vintage Christmas decor in the back room with notable items from Europe, as well as the United States. Many of them have a wonderful handmade look, and also recall Christmas from years gone by. They still have their tea, coffee and snack bar open so you can sip a hot drink and walk around and enjoy the plants while you plan your Christmas decorations

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    Home Arts

    Home Arts

    4.2
    (65 reviews)
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    We love to stop by the Home Arts gallery in Cambria each season to see what new art gifts have…read morearrived. Friday was a beautiful day to be at the seaside and to walk along that sidewalks of Cambria and admire the quaint and captivating stores. Now that Highway One is open again, Cambria is seeing a lot more traffic up and down the coast, which translates into a lot more traffic in town. Home Arts was no exception. We were greeted right away by the friendly owner, which always makes for pleasant browsing. The store had a delightful display of new merchandise with a light buoyant feeling. A lot of the merchandise is a beautiful turquoise or blue which would look perfect in a seaside cottage or just remind you of a seaside cottage when you take it back to the city with you. I loved the classical wood mirror surrounded by ceramic "wallflowers". The beautiful stained glass boxes and glass jellyfish dangling from the ceiling also drew my attention. I never fail to find a unique and impressive gift whenever I go there. My husband and I also collect Arts and Crafts tiles, and I was happy to see a whole flock of dragonfly tiles on disply. The store is showing more local artists lately so there's a lot of local talent on display as well as beautifully made furniture and paintings. One of the best features about this store is that the prices are very reasonable for such fine artisan craftsmanship.

    I'm obsessed with this store. It has such a variety of local artist specialty items. I wasn't…read morelooking for anything but was shopping before the Cambria Christmas market and ended up picking up some candle sticks among other stuff to commemorate my visit. The owner is so nice and helpful and has really nice taste in art work I wouldn't be surprised if he was a ceramicist himself.

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    Cambria Inspirations

    5.0
    (11 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I ordered an amazing arrangement and gift basket for my fiancee's birthday - we were visiting San…read moreSimeon for a long birthday weekend. The ordering process was really easy over the phone - the person I spoke to was wonderful! I ordered 2 days before we arrived during a very busy graduation season. I requested a specific type of flower (Gerbera Daisies because they are a favorite) and later found out that the florist special-rush ordered for them just for me! The arrangement itself was beautiful and huge. Our gift basket was also amazing! Had a great mix of soaps, chocolates, and other knick-knacks. They also delivered it on time and directly to our hotel. What was most impressive to me was the turn around time on a short time frame during a busy time, AND the florist texted me directly when she had specific questions about the box and the delivery. We also got a chance to stop by the shop in Cambria after breakfast and got to chat with the florist and look around her super cute shop. My fiancee also found a super, cute summer time cover up. I would recommend this place 10/10. We'll definitely be returning to the Cambria area for getaways and this will be my go-to for sure!

    Pam, the owner is one of the best designers around. The store has some of the most original gifts…read more I bought my granddaughter a beautiful hair comb and jeweled mirror set. If you are looking for a unique gift for someone, try this store FIRST!

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