The US Army Corps of Engineers dredges the mouth of the Oceanside Harbor annually for the safe navigation of vessels. The 2025 dredge is expected to start mobilizing on April 7 and the dredging will begin about April 15. The average amount of sand dredged and placed onto Oceanside beaches annually is typically between 200,000 and 300,000 cubic yards. You'll see heavy equipment during this operation, along with large pipe and bulldozers. Please use caution in and around the project. Harbor Lot #12 will be closed during this work for equipment. Details

The Green Oceanside team has a full lineup of Earth Month events designed to bring our community together, promote environmental awareness, and inspire collective action to protect our ecosystem and natural resources. Get all the details on a free Fix-a-Leak Workshop, a family-friendly Earth Day Celebration, a Community Cleanup event, a WaterSmart Landscape Contest, Donation Weeks, and more. Read on

The City Council held a workshop on February 12 to strategically plan for further sustainable solutions to reduce homelessness in Oceanside. In addition to evaluating current services and receiving an update on the Encampment Resolution Grant, the City Council approved developing several new initiatives. Learn more about what's planned, and ongoing measures: Details

Cal Fire has released new Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps that aim to help communities understand wildfire risks. The maps were updated for the first time since 2007 to ensure that building codes, regulations, and laws apply to appropriate areas. Cal Fire is requesting your comments on the maps. Please provide input by April 25. Learn more and comment

The next regular City Council meetings take place at 5 p.m. on April 9 and April 23. There will also be two Council Workshops in April: April 16 to review Planning Commission applications and April 30 for the City Budget. The regular Council meetings are shown live via KOCT's website and Cox channel 19. Past meetings may be viewed on the City's You Tube channel and on the City website (New! View by agenda item)

Check out new businesses coming soon to Oceanside -- like HomeGoods coming to Pacific Coast Plaza. Learn what exciting new businesses have already opened their doors, and find out who’s featured "in the spotlight" in the April issue of the Economic Development Newsletter.

Oceanside Parks & Recreation offers a wide variety of classes, sports, camps, and activities in the Spring Activity Guide. The Summer Camp Guide is also now available at the link below. A free Lifeguard Academy is also offered in April. Plan to participate! Check out the fun planned for all ages: Parks & Recreation News

Homework Helpers for Students in K-8 Grades

Fix-a-Leak Workshop April 2

Free Prom Dress Giveaway April 5

Spring Movie Series Starts April 7

Pre-K STEAM Program April 11

Learn to Mend April 16

Monarch Butterfly Program April 29

New! Limited Edition Library Cards

The City Council announced the formation of its Youth Commission, creating opportunities for local high school students to participate in local government and community leadership. Applications are being accepted through April 13, 2025, from Oceanside youth in grades 9-12 who wish to serve. More information

Join Oceanside Police, Fire, and Lifeguards at the Mainstreet Oceanside Sunset Market for Public Safety Night on Thursday, April 3 from 5-9PM. Explore public safety vehicles, get vital safety tips, and discover how you can contribute to a safer community. The Sunset Market features over 200 food and retail booths spanning five city blocks in the heart of downtown at Pier View Way and S. Tremont Street. Learn more

Join Oceanside Parks & Recreation for this free annual favorite on April 19 from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Mance Buchanon Park (425 College Boulevard). The event will feature a magic show, and a special big-earred guest will be available for photos. Plus, kids can create arts & craft treasures. The Spring Egg Hunt has a variety of start times to accomodate various aged children -- Bring a basket or bag! More information

The popular Oceanside IRONMAN 70.3 returns April 4-6. The race features nearly 3,100 competitors that finish at the Oceanside Pier. The festivities also include the fun IronKids race, which raises money for youth Parks & Recreation scholarships. There are some temporary road, parking lot, and Harbor facility closures to be aware of before and during the race. Details

The Oceanside Historical Society History Walk on April 12 at 9:00 a.m. meets in front of the Civic Center Oceanside Public Library at 330 North Coast Highway (look for the plaque of Andrew Jackson Myers.) Walks are moderately paced and take about two hours. Learn about Oceanside's history and view buildings dating back to the 1800s. More

Ensuring that tourism gives back to the Oceanside community is a key pillar of Visit Oceanside’s Sustainable Tourism Master Plan. Even small efforts create big impact— like the partnership with Kind Traveler, which has raised over $14,000 in eight months. These funds contribute to Oceanside’s beach sand nourishment efforts as well as food education through community gardens and free cooking classes. Taking place this month, VO continues to partner with IRONMAN’s Iron Kids Race  to raise funds for youth sports and recreation scholarships.

New student enrollment is now open for the Oceanside Unified School District. They have great programs for students of any age: from magnet academies to Spanish immersion program for elementary school students, to college courses right on high school campuses. Enrollment information

Free First Sunday at Oceanside Museum of Art

Free Spring Movie Series Starts April 7

Free Clarinet Concert April 11

Abstract Exhibition Opening at Covet Gallery April 12

Once on this Island through April 13 at Brooks Theatre

Plein Air Paint Out at the Pier April 19

Surfer Stories April 23 at California Surf Museum

The Odd Couple April 24-May 3

Beetlejuice April 25-May 4 at Star Theatre

SoCal API Festival April 26