January Oceanside Events
After the hustle and bustle of a busy holiday season, start the new year off right with these fun events and activities planned throughout the city. From the 2nd annual Swell Plate Series and Candlelight Concerts to San Diego Clippers games and thrilling concerts, Oceanside is the place to be for the start of the new year and this #SeasonOfSwellness! To see the rest of the events taking place this January and beyond be sure to visit the Oceanside Event Calendar.
Start the new year with some fun!
North County Fishermen’s MarketRepeating Event
North County Fishermen’s Market Head to Oceanside Harbor Every Sunday to meet your local fishing community while shopping the freshest local fish and seafood at the North County Fisherman’s Market! Local chefs and foodies alike will appreciate these fresh caught markets that help supply Oceanside with the food for your plates ! ...
Chef Ron McKinlay Collaboration Dinner at Matsu
Chef Ron McKinlay Collaboration Dinner at Matsu 8 Course collaboration dinner with Chef Ron McKinlay Chef Ron McKinlay brings two decades of global experience, shaped in Michelin-starred kitchens across the U.K., Australia, and the Middle East. After eight years leading Toronto’s acclaimed Canoe, he now travels to cook, collaborate, and share ideas with chefs and […] ...
Sunset MarketRepeating Event
Sunset Market Thursday is Market Day in Downtown Oceanside! From 5pm-9pm, the sun begins to set and the family-friendly Sunset Market comes alive. This outdoor style festival brings together international food vendors, live entertainment and a children’s area – make an evening of it, stay and eat dinner! The market also includes arts and crafts […] ...
Mellano Farmers MarketRepeating Event
Mellano Farmers Market Head to Mellano Farms Stand every Friday for their Certified Farmers Market from 2pm-6pm. Dogs on a leash are welcome in the seating/patio area. Due to food safety reasons pets are not permitted on the farm or tractor. ADA service animal are welcome. We are a working farm so surfaces are loose […] ...
San Diego Clippers Home Game at Frontwave ArenaRepeating Event
San Diego Clippers Home Game at Frontwave Arena Get ready to witness the electrifying return of basketball to San Diego with the arrival of the San Diego Clippers! The San Diego Clippers are the NBA G League affiliate of the LA Clippers. This dynamic team brings the thrill of NBA-caliber talent right here to Oceanside […] ...
Scholastic Surf SeriesRepeating Event
Scholastic Surf Series The Scholastic Surf Series is a division of the Western Surfing Association dedicated to bringing team surf competitions to High Schools and Middle Schools. New Year’s Wave Invitational Kick off the new year with a fresh wave of competition in Oceanside. This event sets the tone for the rest of the season: […] ...
Swell Plates Tasting Event at the Oceanside Museum of Art
Swell Plates Tasting Event with 24Suns Chef Nicholas Webber and Artist Francisco Eme Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 6:00PM–7:30PM PST | 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 | $45 members, $55 nonmembers Join us for an Exclusive Artist Talk and Swell Plate Tasting at OMA where visual and culinary arts combine for a uniquely […] ...
Swell Plates SeriesDaily
Swell Plates Series During this Season of Swellness, embark on a culinary adventure in Oceanside with The Swell Plates Series. From January 14 to February 11, 2026, we’re bringing you unique, chef-crafted dishes that celebrate the very best of Oceanside’s vibrant food scene. Each plate showcases locally sourced ingredients and thoughtfully paired artisan products, capturing […] ...
Sounds & Swells Concert at California Surf Museum
Sounds & Swells – California Surf Museum Art of Elan’s popular “Sounds & Swells” series returns with newly commissioned surfing footage created by Jimmy Wilson and others 6:15 pm | Doors and exhibit viewing 7:00 pm | Concert Art of Elan’s popular “Sounds & Swells” series returns with newly commissioned surfing footage created by Jimmy […] ...
WSA Western Surfing Championship TourRepeating Event
WSA Western Surfing Championship Tour Welcome to the Western Surfing Association – the largest amateur surf series on the West Coast. The Western Surfing Association (WSA) is the oldest competition surfing association in the USA and, by far, the largest on the West Coast. The WSA, established in 1961, is a California non-profit corporation dedicated […] ...
Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon
Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon Carlsbad is a winter marathon and half marathon unlike any other. From our ideal weather conditions to the spectacular coastal course, this award winning event will wow you. The 26 fully staffed course support stations, continuous entertainment and unsurpassed volunteer support are just a few of our outstanding features. They […] ...
“Dead Moose” – World PremiereRepeating Event
OTC at the Brooks presents the world premiere of “Dead Moose”! “Dead Moose” tells the story of Job, an eighteen-year-old who miraculously survives a car accident with a moose. Returning home from the hospital, he begins to reassess his life in a series of non-linear vignettes — grappling with questions of death, fate, and religion. […] ...
