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!
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 […] ...
First Friday at Tremont CollectiveRepeating Event
First Friday at Tremont Collective First Friday at Tremont Collective returns each month for an epic night of eats, drinks, music, chain stitching and more! Tremont Collective (Bueno, Atacama, Brixton, Shootz, Communal, Stab Magazine) hosts the community the first Friday of each month for live music, art, food, drinks and giveaways. It’s a great place […] ...
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 […] ...
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 […] ...
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 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 […] ...
