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April 21, 2025

2025 Vista Strawberry Festival - Carnival Rides are Back!

We're excited to share that for the first time since 2019, Carnival Rides are making their grand return to the Vista Strawberry Festival!


Festival goers will have three days to enjoy the rides. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the rides on Friday and Saturday to beat the crowds on Sunday!



Friday, May 23: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 24: 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 25: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.


Daily unlimited ride wristband vouchers are now available for presale for $35, save $10 from the regular price!


See all the details on our website using the link below.

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CEO of the Year Finalist by the San Diego Business Journal

We're excited to share that our CEO Rachel Beld is a finalist for the CEO of the Year Award by the San Diego Business Journal! ✨️


Rachel’s visionary leadership, unwavering dedication to our business community, and passion for making Vista a thriving place to live, work, and grow make this nomination so well deserved.

Velocity, Vista Chamber Podcast - Chris Swimley

Though Chris Swimley was born an artist, his entrepreneurial drive came a bit later through the culmination of creativity, curiosity, and hustle. You don't want to miss how this rocker turned his experience and hunger for success into a thriving promotional products company, Machine Print Shop while remaining a super amazing human!


Listen now here.

Prey Brewing Co.: New Addition to Downtown Vista

Main Street Vista has welcomed a new addition to the vibrant community. Prey Brewing Co. offers an assortment of proprietary brewed beers, as well as a full restaurant and bar! Prey Brewing is located at 110 Main Street.⁠

Learn more about Prey Brewing in the Spring issue of Vista Magazine here.

Discover Charming England!

Is your New Year's resolution to travel more? Embark on an unforgettable 9-day tour of England, uncovering its most iconic and picturesque destinations!


Pack your bags, grab your friends, put on your best English accent and join us to discover charming England!


Don't need to be a Vista Chamber member to join. Learn more here.


Did you miss our informational webinar last week? Don't worry! Watch the recording in our website and learn all about Charming England!

We Want to Hear From You!

It's extremely important for us to hear from our members and from the community on what we're doing right.


Please take a minute to leave us a review here.

Business Bites - April 23

Enjoy their delicious food while you catch up with other professionals in the community and make new connections. Don't forget to bring your business cards!


When: Wednesday, April 23 | 12:00 - 1:00pm

Where: Grand Slam Pizza | 1910 Shadowridge Dr. #101


Pre-register here to help the restaurant prepare for us.

Ribbon Cutting

Beads, Crystals & More

Thursday, April 24 at 12:30pm

350 E Broadway

RSVP


Join us to celebrate their 5th anniversary!

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Turn in unneeded and expired medication for safe disposal for free.

  • No sharps allowed
  • No vapes allowed
  • Pet medication allowed


Locations close to Vista include:

  • North County Regional Justice Center (325 S Melrose Dr.)
  • Tri-City Medical Center (4002 Vista Way)

Test Proctors Needed at Local High Schools

Proctors are volunteers who help administer the AP and IB tests. Proctoring does not require any knowledge of the subject matter. Your role would be to:

  • Monitor the room to maintain test integrity
  • Read scripted directions and guide students through the timed sections
  • Manage and document the time
  • In some cases, assist with collecting, counting, and sorting exam materials


Learn more about being a proctor at Rancho Buena Vista High School here. Learn more about being a proctor at Mission Vista High School here.

Want to Experience Shadowridge Like a True Member?

Ever wonder what it’s like to belong to one of North County’s most sought-after private clubs? Here’s your chance to find out — no strings attached.


Join us for our Member for a Day Golf Outing on Monday, April 28, 2025, and get the full Shadowridge experience.

For just $100 per person, you'll get:

  • A round of golf on our championship course
  • Golf cart rental (because walking is overrated)
  • A delicious boxed lunch to keep you fueled

Learn more and register here.

Misadventure Movie Night

When: Monday, April 21 | 8:00 - 10:00pm


Where: Misadventure & Co. | 2420 Grand Ave, Suite C



Enjoy the movie with complimentary popcorn Monday, April 21st starting at 8pm!

Murder Mystery Night

When: Thursday, April 24 | 6:00 - 8:00pm


Where: Misadventure & Co. | 2420 Grand Ave, Suite C



Learn more and register here.

Funky Friday Flow - 80’s Theme!

When: Friday, April 25 | 6:30 - 7:30pm


Where: Yoga Branch Studio | 208 E Broadway



Learn more and register here.

Vista Farmer's Market

When: Every Saturday | 8:00am - 12:00pm


Where: San Diego County Courthouse | 345 S Melrose Dr.


Learn more here.

Rummage Market

When: Saturday, April 26 | 6:00am - 2:00pm


Where: United Methodist Church of Vista | 490 S Melrose Dr.



Admission is free. All proceeds will support local nonprofit initiatives.

Japanese Buddhist Cultural Festival

When: Saturday, April 26 | 12:00 - 7:00pm


Where: Vista Buddhist Temple | 150 Cedar Rd.



Learn more here.

San Diego Music Awards Showcase

When: Saturday, April 26 | 5:00 - 10:00pm


Where: The Bornemann Theatre | 555 Deer Springs Rd.



Learn more and purchase tickets here.

New Moon Ritual: A Sacred Journey Into The Heart 

When: Saturday, April 26 | 6:00 - 8:00pm


Where: Yoga Branch Studio | 208 E Broadway



Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Bonsai Beginner Workshop

When: Sunday, April 27 | 1:00 - 3:00pm


Where: Local Roots Kombucha | 1430 Vantage Ct.



Learn more and purchase tickets here.

Retread Housing Services Coffee Time

When: Sunday, April 27 | 2:00 - 4:00pm


Where: Archer's Arrow Coffee House | 170 Main St.



Come celebrate Retread Housing Services’s one year anniversary and learn more about what we’re doing at our low barrier, semi-congregate Buena Creek Navigation Center. Meet our staff, drink delicious coffee provided by Archer’s Arrow Coffee House, and eat yummy homemade pastries.

Vista Chamber of Commerce

170 Eucalyptus Ave., Ste. 115

(760) 726-1122

info@vistachamber.org 

www.vistachamber.org

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