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Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/21:

🍓 Pure Project Strawberry Fest beers | Carlsbad Village | Through Sat, May 24
Pure Project is going full Strawberry Fest mode, and the taps are officially flowing with two limited-release strawberry beers made with organic berries from JR Organics. Carlsbad is also one of the spots pouring the new Fresa Freeze strawberry lemonade slushie, so it’s a good week to swing by for something fruity and festive.

🐟 Firefighter Aid Giveback Day | Encinitas Fish Shop | Thu, May 21, 11am–9:30pm
Grab a bite for a good cause. Mention “Firefighter Aid” when you order and 10% of your check will be donated to support firefighters and their families. Fish Shop is also giving back all month with proceeds from their Elote Taco going to the cause.

Friday 5/22:

🏄 Memorial Weekend Tent Sale | Hansen Surfboards (Encinitas) | Fri–Mon
Hansen Surfboards is hosting their annual Memorial Weekend Tent Sale with four days of solid deals up to 50% off select swimwear, sportswear, footwear, and more. In-store only, so swing by and browse. Note: closes early on Memorial Day at 5pm.

🤠 Valley Center Stampede Rodeo & Memorial Festival | Valley Center, CA | May 22–23
Memorial Day weekend kicks off with broncs, bulls, barrel racing, live music, and a free Memorial Festival honoring fallen service members at Star Valley Park. Festival admission is free, while rodeo tickets are online only.

🥯 PopUp Bagels Oceanside Grand Opening | Fri, May 22 | Oceanside is getting its own outpost of the much-talked-about PopUp Bagels, and the grand opening kicks off Friday morning at 7am. Expect hot bagels, epic schmears, drinks from Natalie's and Saint James, and a few opening-day surprises they're not fully tipping their hand on. Get there early if you want first dibs.

☕ Ascend After Dark | Ascend Coffee Roasters in Vista | Fri, May 22, 4–8pm
Weekly night market in downtown Vista with coffee, shopping, and a laid-back evening hang. A relating time for anyone looking to stroll, sip, and check out local vendors at The Commons.

Saturday 5/23:

🎟️ ACTV Studio IRL: Vuori Encinitas x Pilates Republic | Encinitas, CA | Sat, May 23, 8–10am
Start your Saturday right with a mat Pilates session led by Alaina Henderson from Pilates Republic, then stick around for shopping and refreshments at Vuori Encinitas. RSVP is required and you'll want to bring your own mat.

🕯️ Mystic Soul Spiritual Faire | Mystic Soul Ritual Shop in Oceanside | Sat, May 23, 12–6pm
Mystic Soul Ritual Shop is hosting a full-day spiritual faire featuring crystals, handmade goods, tarot and intuitive readings, ritual tools, and metaphysical vendors. Free entry and open to all at Artist Alley in downtown Oceanside.

🖤 Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two | Three Sixteen Studio @ Carlsbad Shoppes | Sat, May 23
This immersive 21+ night pairs four new Poe-inspired tales with four themed cocktails inside Three Sixteen Studio and Events. It’s a dark, theatrical experience with mocktails available, and tickets are $55.

🎶 Front Row Saturday: New Sunset Strummers | Carlsbad, CA | Sat, May 23, 5pm
A free ukulele concert at Schulman Auditorium featuring the New Sunset Strummers and their breezy, island-inspired sound. Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5pm.

💃 Salsa and Bachata in Del Mar | Del Mar, CA | Sat, May 23, 5–9pm
Head to the Hilton Del Mar for a summer night of salsa and bachata with a beginner lesson at 5pm, DJ Mo Lyon, and dancing in the outdoor courtyard by the pool.

🧱 Bricks & Minifigs Escondido Buy Day | Escondido, CA | Sat, May 23, 11am–4pm
Have retired LEGO sets, prebuilts, clean bulk bricks, or minifigures sitting around? Bricks & Minifigs Escondido is buying on Saturday as they count down to their grand opening. More buy days are posted on their site if this weekend doesn't work.

Sunday 5/24:

🍓 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival | Downtown Vista, CA | Sun, May 24, 8am–6pm
One of North County's sweetest annual traditions returns for a full day of strawberry treats, local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun spread across downtown Vista. If you've never been, this is the year to finally check it off the list.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 5/7:

🍽️ 16th Annual Taste of Cardiff | Cardiff, CA | Thu, May 7, 5:30–8:30pm | Sample bites, sip local drinks, and enjoy live music at this popular Cardiff Village tasting event. Tickets go fast, and parking is limited, so biking, walking, or rideshare is encouraged.

❓ Thursday Night Trivia at The Landings | The Landings, 2198 Palomar Airport Rd, Carlsbad | Thu, May 7, 6–8pm | Grab dinner, drinks, and a little friendly competition with runway views at McClellan-Palomar Airport. Trivia runs every Thursday, making this an easy weekly night out.

Friday 5/8:

⛳ 10th “Golf with a Hero” Golf Tournament | Marine Memorial Golf Course, 18415 Mainside, Camp Pendleton | Fri, May 8, 7am–4pm | This charity golf tournament pairs civilians with active duty Marines and Sailors for a day on the course. Registration includes golf cart and food service, with proceeds supporting Camp Pendleton historical and educational programs.

Saturday 5/9:

🛍️ Local Bazaar: A Spring Market at the Farm | Fox Point Farms, 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Sat, May 9, 10am–2pm | A free spring market with local makers, handmade goods, live music, kids’ activities, and food and drinks. A relaxed Mother’s Day weekend stop for browsing, snacking, and supporting local.

🌹 Roses & Ramblers: Mother’s Day Event | YETI, 1915 Calle Barcelona #Ste 135, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–4pm | Make a custom Mother’s Day bouquet by adding fresh flowers to a YETI tumbler, mug, or bottle. First come, first served, with no sign-up needed.

🎸 Amplified Impact | Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside | Sat, May 9, 3–8pm | A free music festival with local bands, makers, food, and cultural performances by the beach. Vote for your favorite band between 4 and 6pm, with proceeds supporting Community Services and the musicians’ chosen charities.

💪 Sculpt Saturday - Free Outdoor Fitness Class | The Forum Carlsbad, 1923 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad | Sat, May 9, 10am–12pm | A free outdoor sculpt + flow class with cardio, strength, and yoga for all levels. Bring your mat, wear comfy clothes, and stick around for giveaways and a community hangout after class.

Sunday 5/10:

🌸 Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch | Sun, May 10, 9am–6pm | Celebrate Mother’s Day among the blooms with free family photos, butterfly releases, and live dance performances. Plus bouquet making, wagon rides, and plenty of treats and photo ops.

🌷 Mother’s Day Weekend at Mellano Farm Stand | Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 N River Rd, Oceanside | Sat–Sun, May 9–10, 10am–4pm | Celebrate Mom with strawberry picking, tractor rides, flowers, live music, and a full farm market. Kids’ activities, local vendors, and food and drinks round out the weekend fun.

🦐 National Shrimp Day at Bluewater Grill | Bluewater Grill, 417 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad | Sun, May 10, 11am–9pm | Bluewater is celebrating National Shrimp Day with its shrimp cocktail special for just $10. A simple seafood treat and an easy excuse for lunch or dinner out.

🌞 Mother’s Day Sol Intentions x Sunday Funday | Rancho Guejito Vineyard, 17224 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido | Sun, May 10, 11am–7pm | A Mother’s Day gathering with meditation, sound healing, live music, and family fun at the ranch. Expect drumming, salsa, kids’ activities, food, and complimentary healings throughout the day.

🎨 Ceramic Flowers: A Mother’s Day Workshop | ICA San Diego, 1439 El Prado, San Diego | Sun, May 10, 10am–1pm | Create a handmade bouquet of ceramic flowers in this welcoming workshop for all skill levels. Great for adults or families with kids 8+, and finished pieces are ready for pickup in a few weeks.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.

Let us know what you’re up to this weekend in the comments!

🗓️ Upcoming Events in North County:

Thursday 4/30:

🧠 Free Trivia Night at Duck Foot Brewing Leucadia | 978 N Coast Hwy 101 #2051, Encinitas | Every Thursday, 7–9pm | Hosted by comedian Alex Petit, this weekly trivia night offers $30 bar cash for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third. Get ready for a fun, low‑stakes way to test your knowledge over a pint in Leucadia.

Friday 5/1:

🌅 Friday Sunset Sessions at Fox Point Farms | 1200 Fox Point Farms Ln, Encinitas | Every Friday, 5–8pm | A weekly golden‑hour gathering on the Lawn with live local music, farm food from Huerta Tacos, Fox Point Pizza, and Haven Farm + Table, plus $10 margaritas and $5 Barn Burner Red Ales. Bring chairs or blankets, play cornhole and giant Jenga, and catch tractor‑train tours at 5, 5:30, and 6pm.

🎉 Atomic Groove Fri‑YAY May Day SOS Dance Party | Belly Up, 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach | Fri, May 1, 5:30–8pm (doors 5pm) | Atomic Groove hosts a happy hour dance party with vocalist Mark Jones, AG Conga Girl Monette Marino, and the AG Fly Girlz dance class. A 21+ escape into feel‑good dance jams.

🎨 Oceanside Art Walk Kickoff | Civic Center Library Plaza & Artist Alley, Oceanside | Fri, May 1, 5–8pm (concert 8–9pm) | The 2026 Oceanside Art Walk season starts with art, creators, makers, music, and family fun around the fountain and Artist Alley. Followed by the After Dark Concert Series from 8–9pm.

🥡 FoodieLand Food Festival | Del Mar Fairgrounds | Fri–Sun, May 1–3 | 200+ food vendors, global flavors, artisan shops, games, and live music spread across three days. One of the nation’s largest food festival hits North County!

Saturday 5/2:

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Music Festival | Grape Day Park, Escondido | Sat, May 2, 5–10pm | Live bands, food vendors, and a beer & margarita garden kick off a two‑day Cinco de Mayo celebration. Sunday adds family‑friendly performances, dancing, crafts, and more from 11am–5pm.

🎶 Free Live Music in the Park | Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St, Oceanside | Sat, May 2, 3:30–6:30pm | David Spitzfaden Trio opens for Kogee Soul Reprise’s Stevie Wonder tribute. Bring a blanket and dance on the grass (no tickets needed).

🎧 Block Party 007 DJ Pop‑Up | Glazed Coffee & Creamery, 4449 Ocean Blvd, San Diego | Sat, May 2, 4–7:30pm | A free open‑air house music DJ pop‑up on the boardwalk at Glazed PB. RSVP required, dancing encouraged and fully recorded for the Block Party vibes.

🛒 Valley Center Community Yard Sale | Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd, Valley Center | Sat, May 2, 7:30am–12:30pm | A massive annual yard sale with everything from furniture and art to tools and home décor. Free admission and parking, seller spaces sold out.

🧵 Fiber Arts Fiesta 2026 | Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista | Sat, May 2, 10am–4pm | A celebration of textile crafts with hands‑on workshops, artisan displays, demos in weaving, spinning, quilting, and embroidery, plus a vendor marketplace fun for the whole family.

Sunday 5/3:

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire | Downtown Carlsbad Village | Sun, May 3, 8am–5pm | The Carlsbad Chamber’s biannual street faire returns with 800+ booths, international food court, kids’ rides, live entertainment, and a pancake breakfast. Free shuttles from Shoppes at Carlsbad and Poinsettia Coaster Station.

⚔️ Escondido Renaissance Faire | Escondido, CA | Sun, May 3 10am-6pm | The Escondido Renaissance Faire features live combat demos from Esperance of Adria, arts & sciences displays, quests, and encampment exploration. A full‑day dive into medieval recreation with steel fights and hands‑on history.