Check out these events and programs happening in Downtown Oceanside over the next two weeks:
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Friendsgiving Potluck at the Chamber
November 14, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
Oceanside and Carlsbad Young Professionals invite the public to join them on Thursday 14th for a fun night of games, delicious dishes, and quality company. Attendees may register to RSVP online. As customs go at a potluck, attendees are urged to bring a drink or dish to share. You can let them know what you plan to share and what is on the menu through the registration page.
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OTC Youth Academy Presents "The Addams Family"
November 16-17, Sunshine Brooks Theater
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and every father's nightmare, of meeting the man their daughter loves. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family, a man they have never met. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's "normal" boyfriend and his parents. Curtains open at 7 pm.
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World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
November 17, The Star Theatre
Comedy Pet Theater has been The Original Las Vegas Cat Show since 1998. This theatrical spectacle is not just entertainment; it's a heartfelt mission.
Gregory Popovich, a fifth-generation CIRQUE performer & juggler, features over 30 of his rescued pets, in theatrical skits, showcasing their talents while promoting the importance of animal adoption! Don't miss the chance to see this show that promises laughter, love, and a celebration of our furry friends! The fun starts at 4 pm.
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Maker's Arcade: Holiday Pop Up
November 23, Tremont Collective
Don’t miss the Makers Arcade Holiday Pop-up in collaboration with Tremont Collective and Green Cheek Beer Co. in downtown Oceanside from 11 am to 5 pm. This free, family-friendly event will feature over 70 local Makers Arcade vendors. Enjoy live music and get crafty at the Oside Handmade workshop. There’s fun for everyone with unique shopping, food and drink specials, kids' craft areas, and Instagram-worthy photo ops. Be one of the first 100 guests and snag a Makers Arcade swag bag filled with goodies from local vendors!
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Giving Trees Toy Drive
November 25, MainStreet Oceanside
MainStreet Oceanside invites you to help make this holiday season bright for children in need by participating in our 11th annual 'Giving Tree Toy Drive'. MSO partnerS with local schools and afterschool programs like Growing Minds and North County Lifeline to gather gifts for kids of all ages enrolled in their programs. Each child decorates their ornament with three gifts they wish for (under $20), which will be displayed on Christmas trees in the MSO office. The public is invited to come and select an ornament and return with one of the gifts listed. Giving trees will be displayed beginning Nov 25; ornaments may be picked up M-Th from 9 am to 4 pm. For more information, please call Ana at (760)754-4512.
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Oceanside Turkey Trot
November 28, 330 N. Coast Hwy
Come “move your feet before you eat” at the 19th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk. Be sure to bring the whole family, as there will be races for everyone. The first early race starts at 6:45 am, the Main race at 8:05 am, the Kid’s 1-mile race at 10:00 am, and the Kid’s ½ mile race at 10:25 am. This family-friendly event offers, costume contests, the largest teams competition, live entertainment on the course, digital photos, t-shirts, timing, and finisher medals for all registered participants. This event has raised over $500,000 since 2007 for local schools and non-profits that serve North County.
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Thanksgiving Dining Guide
November 28, Downtown Oceanside
Gobble 'till you Wobble! Whether you are looking for early morning coffee, a full Thanksgiving Dinner, a late-night snack, or the groceries to cook a Thanksgiving meal, MainStreet Oceanside's Thanksgiving dining guide will help you satisfy your needs. We make it easy for you to find which Oceanside businesses will be open this holiday with a full list of restaurants and markets and their holiday hours of operation. 'Let's give them something to turkey 'bout this holiday season!
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Farmers and Sunset Markets Closed on Thanksgiving
November 28, Downtown Oceanside
Be sure to get all your market needs done early this year. The Farmers and Sunset Markets will not be open on Thanksgiving. We want all of our hardworking vendors and employees to have a chance to enjoy the holiday with their loved ones. We will be back the following Thursday to kick off our holiday gift markets happening every Thursday in December. The festivities will commence with the Holiday Tree Lighting on December 5 at the Sunset Market. Lighting will occur at 6:10 pm in front of the Regal Theater. Start your holiday season off right under the warm glow of holiday lights and a visit from Santa!
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Thanksgiving at the Switchboard
November 28, The Switchboard Restaurant
Get ready to cozy up and celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving at The Switchboard Restaurant, where they warmly invite you to join them for a delightful Thanksgiving brunch from 7 am to 10:30 am and a full Thanksgiving menu available from 11 am to 8 pm. Reservations are not required. It’s the perfect opportunity to gather with family and friends, share laughter, and indulge in all the seasonal favorites while supporting our vibrant community.
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Harvest Buffet at the Piper
November 28, The Piper
Come celebrate the season of gratitude with your loved ones this Thanksgiving at the Seabird. The Piper is offering a 'Harvest Buffet' thoughtfully crafted with seasonal delights, a specially curated wine selection, and gourmet entrees for every palate. This feast offers a chilled seafood bar, herb-brined roasted turkey with Grand Mariner cranberry sauce, prime rib with a mushroom demi-glaze, and cedar plank salmon. To finish off your holiday, enjoy seasonal desserts, including salted caramel pecan pie, pumpkin pie, and pear creme brulee. They will be offering two seatings at 1 pm and 4 pm. Don't miss this spectacular feast.
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Sip & Shop at Carrillo Pottery
November 30, 309 S. Coast Highway
Kick off the season with Carrillo Pottery on Small Business Saturday! From 1-4 pm, shop for unique pottery and Talavara treasures while enjoying sips of CaliFino Tequila, snacks, and the festive sounds of local vocalist and recording artist, Celeste Barbier.
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Tis the Season to Shop Local
November 30, Downtown Oceanside
’Tis the Season to Shop Local is a fun, distinctly local holiday celebration inviting our community to explore Oceanside retail establishments and to shop local this holiday season. From Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, through Sunday, Dec. 14, 2024, this award-winning lineup of holiday programs and events will feature a shop-and-win event, a window decorating contest, a tree lighting celebration, and weekly holiday markets — all amid the glow of holiday lights and the cheerful sounds of holiday music.
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The Twisted Tinsel Maker's Market at Black Plague Brewing
November 16, 2550 Jason Court
1 pm to 9 pm
The Twisted Twinsel Maker's Market offers over 20 local vendors showcasing their unique handcrafted creations just in time for the holiday season. It's the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts for your shopping list. Participate in exciting raffles with amazing gifts. This event will also have live music, unique photo ops, and a tarot reader.
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Valley Arts Festival
November 16, Heritage Park
This annual event is a celebration of Oceanside and its first peoples today known as the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians, one of the seven tribes of the Luiseño nation. The Luiseño are an indigenous people of California who inhabited the coastal area of Southern California. This free family-friendly festival, themed “Kíicha Nights, Coyote Dreams© “, will offer an array of activities and vendors. Activities include Native American flute music and drumming, Native American storytelling, interactive dancing demonstrations, basket weaving, interactive community murals, and more! VAF is made possible in part by Prebys Foundation and Title Sponsorship by Visit Oceanside.
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Scholastic Surf Series
November 16, Oceanside Harbor South Jetty
The Scholastic Surf Series is a division of the Western Surfing Association specifically dedicated to bringing team surf competitions to High Schools and Middle Schools. The Scholastic series is committed to offering a professionally managed and expertly operated platform for middle and high school surf teams stretching from San Diego to Santa Barbara. This is an all-day completion that will be happening at the Oceanside Harbour Beach South Jetty. Make sure to come support the young surfers in our community!
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Turkey Drive and an Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Dinner at Set Free Ministries
November 16-28, 1919 Apple Street
In the spirit of giving thanks and gratitude, Set Free Ministries in Oceanside is trying to make sure all members of our community have a nice warm Thanksgiving meal this year. They are holding a Turkey Drive to help ensure families in need have something on the table, while also offering an 'Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Dinner' open to the public at their church on Thanksgiving Day. They aim to make sure everyone has a full belly and will be distributing meals to the homeless in our community. For more information or to donate a Turkey, please call Set Free Ministries at 760-529-4053.
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Surf For Life
November 20, Oceanside Brewing Company
Oceanside Brewing Company and Surf For Life Organization invite you to party with a purpose! Surf For Life is a global non-profit whose mission is to provide a cross-cultural experience between travelers and communities within the developing world. They aim to leave behind a sustainable footprint that will positively advance the community. This all-ages event will be filled with live music, delicious food, and frothy locally brewed libations. The direct donation of your ticket price includes entry to Oceanside Brewing Company, entertainment from two bands, an OBC beverage, and one entry into the raffle with awesome prizes. The fun starts at 5 pm!
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MainStreet Oceanside, through its Design Committee, is accepting applications from qualified artists for the Oceanside Transit Center Pedestrian Tunnel Art Project. This project is through the Art that Excites Program and involves the creation of a large-scale art project that reflects Oceanside’s cultural and environmental character and enhances the customer experience through the tunnel. The tunnel is a critical transit access point and experiences significant foot traffic. This Project is a partnership with North County Transit District (NCTD) and is partially funded by the State of California Clean California Local Grant Program. | |
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