Vista Made Showcase & Business Mixer | |
The countdown is on for the Vista Made Showcase & Business Mixer, happening this Wednesday, November 12!
A special thank you to our sponsor, The Steeping Giant, for supporting this community event!
The vendors joining us are: Amai, Bleu Oak Charcuterie, Downtown Vista / Avo Theater, Dr. Bronner’s, Fix Auto Vista, Machine Print Shop, Pacific Sun Printing, Platypi Surf, Prohibition Brewing Co., Protec Arisawa America Inc., Solatube International, Inc., and The Film Hub.
Free registration is open now! Admission will be $10 at the door, so don’t wait, secure your spot today using the link below.
| | 67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade | |
Join us for the 67th Annual Vista Christmas Parade! With this year's theme, "Rockin' Around Vista", we're highlighting the songs that make the holiday season magical!
PARADE REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 AT 5:00PM.
Thank you to our sponsors and partners: City of Vista, North County Ford, and Children's Parade!
Sign up now and see sponsorship opportunities available here.
| | | | | Latino Business Mixer at Mariscos El Pacifico | |
Thank you for joining us at the Vista Chamber’s Latino Business Mixer! It was inspiring to see so many Latino entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders connecting, collaborating, and celebrating our shared culture.
Learn more about the efforts of the Latino Business Outreach Committee and how you can get involved here.
| | Welcome New Vista Chamber Members! | | | Contact Development Director Gumaro Escarcega at gumaro@vistachamber.org to learn more about membership at the Vista Chamber or visit our website here. | | | | Civics Bee Regional Vista Competition | |
This annual initiative – now expanding to all 50 states in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 – invites middle school students to showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and build trust in others and institutions through a nonpartisan, multi-round competition.
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN NOW! Learn more and start the application process here.
| | Veterans Day - Office Closed | The Vista Chamber office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans Day. We'll remain open on Monday, November 10 and come back to the office on Wednesday, November 12. | | | | | 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.
| | | | Vista Made Showcase & Business Mixer - November 12 | |
The Inaugural Vista Made Showcase aims to create a space for entrepreneurs to showcase all the incredible things created in Vista!
When: Wednesday, November 12 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Morris B. Vance Community Room | 200 Civic Center Dr.
Free entrance, $10 at the door. Register now here.
| | | | Coffee & Conversation - November 19 | |
Join us for a morning coffee while netweaving and making relationship-based referrals with fellow Chamber members.
When: Wednesday, November 19 | 8:30 - 9:30am
Where: Cat & Craft Cafe | 3211 Business Park Dr.
Register now here.
| | | | Education Committee Meeting - November 19 | |
This month we're doing a tour of Watkins Wellness from 10:00 - 11:30am, where we'll tour their manufacturing facilities and learn about their community support efforts.
When: Wednesday, November 19 | 10:00 - 11:30am
Where: Watkins Wellness | 1280 Park Center Dr.
Must RSVP to workforce@vistachamber.org.
| | | | Doing Business with the County of San Diego - Made Easier | |
The County of San Diego invites small businesses and nonprofits to attend “Doing Business with the County – Made Easier,” a free event designed to help organizations learn how to successfully navigate the County’s contracting and procurement process.
This event will include:
- Updates on new County policies that are removing barriers and creating more inclusive contracting opportunities
- Step-by-step guidance, including a live demo of the procurement portal
- Exhibitors from County departments and other procurement resources
When: Monday, November 17, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Check-in at 12:30 PM)
Where: North Inland Live Well Center, 649 W. Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
This event is free. Light refreshments provided. Register now here.
| | | | Free Cyber Security Clinic | CSUSM has partnered with CCOE, SDSU and National University to offer a Cyber Clinic and offers 14 different free services including Risk Assessment, Incident Response Planning, Cybersecurity Policy, Security Controls and more. Learn more about this free resource here. | | | | Energy Bill Assistance Programs: Help is Available | Whether you rent or own, you could be eligible to receive no-cost, energy-efficient home improvements that can make your home more comfortable and help reduce your energy bill. Find out if you qualify at sdge.com/ESA. | | Want your event to be featured? Submit them on our website here. | | | | 6th Annual VetFest & Veterans Day Parade | |
When: Tuesday, November 11 | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where: California Center for the Arts Escondido | 340 N Escondido Blvd.
Learn more here.
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When: Every Saturday | 8:00am - 12:00pm
Where: San Diego County Courthouse | 345 S Melrose Dr.
Learn more here.
| | | | Retread Volunteer Day Thanksgiving Potluck | |
When: Saturday, November 15 | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Where: Retread Housing Services | 2148 S Santa Fe Ave.
Learn more and RSVP here.
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When: Wednesday, November 19 | 3:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Burtech Family Vineyard | 1325 Pipeline Dr.
Come enjoy the Burtech Family Vineyard Open Market Event! There’s something for everyone, delicious desserts, handmade crafts, live music, and fun treats.
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When: Saturday, November 22 | 11:30am - 2:00pm
Where: Gloria McClellan Senior Center | 1400 Vale Terrace Dr.
Learn more here.
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