
Oceanside Events in October
Even with the fall season upon us, Oceanside is still sporting clear skies and sunshine! Enjoy our coastal destination by checking out these awesome Oceanside events happening this month! Throughout October the little ones will also get a chance to play and explore attractions, tours, museums and more for FREE during Kids Free Month. Fall in love with our perfect year-round temperatures and experience everything Oceanside has to offer.
Check out our full Oceanside Event Calendar to stay in up to date with the latest happenings in O’side!



O’side Rock Show at Belching Beaver
What: Head to Belching Beaver’s Oceanside location for a day that will ROCK! Enjoy a day of local bands preforming for you while you sip delicious brews and enjoy local flavor! This is an all ages free event, must be 21+ to drink.
When: Saturday, October 1, 2022, 1pm-9pm
Where: Belching Beaver Brewery Oceanside 1334 Rocky Point Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056
More Info: Belching Beaver Brewery
Taste of Oceanside
What: Stroll around downtown Oceanside and sample food from some of the hottest restaurants our city’s incredible Dining Scene has to offer. In addition, tickets can be upgraded to include tastings from Oceanside’s breweries and wineries! Free ‘Taste Trolleys’ will be making a continuous loop throughout the downtown to make your taste journey a relaxing experience and to ensure you don’t miss out on any stops.
When: Saturday, October 1, 2022, 2-5pm
Where: Downtown Oceanside, 311 N Tremont St Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Mainstreet Oceanside
First Friday: Oceanside Art Walk
What: Celebrate the thriving arts and culture scene in the heart of downtown Oceanside. The First Friday: Oceanside Art Walk will showcase live performances, music, poetry, art education, and culinary and pop-up art galleries showcased in local businesses and public spaces.
When: Friday, October 7, 2022, 5-9pm
Where: Artist Alley, Downtown Oceanside, 311 N Tremont St Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: First Friday: Oceanside Art Walk
Taste Of Art: Upcycled 3D Sculptures
What: Find the extraordinary in ordinary everyday objects and creatively construct your own 3D sculpture. Join Robin Douglas to explore the work of artists like Ruth Asawa, Jasper Johns, and Robert Rauschenberg, and adopt upcycling as your next creative habit. While extra materials will be available to augment your creation, we encourage you to bring in any materials such as wood, electronic pieces, cardboard packing, clothing, and more! Enjoy appetizers and drinks during a brief presentation before creating an original work of art.
When: Thursday, October 13, 2022, 6pm-8pm
Where: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Museum of Art
Movie in the Park: Raya and the Last Dragon
What: Join Oceanside Parks and Recreation Department for Movies in the Park featuring the movie Raya and the Last Dragon! These family-friendly movies will start at dark so be sure to check sunset times to make sure you are there on time. Don’t forget your chairs, blankets and snacks! For more information call: (760) 435-5041
When: Saturday, October 15, 2022, 7pm-9pm
Where: Junior Seau Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre
200 North Strand Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: City of Oceanside
Star Theatre Co Presents Next to Normal
What: Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal was also chosen as “one of the year’s ten best shows” by critics around the country, including The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone and The New York Times. Rated: PG-13.
When: Friday & Saturday October 21-22 & 28-29 at 7:30pm, Sunday October 23 & 30 at 2:00pm
Where: Star Theatre, 402 North Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Star Theatre
Dia de los Muertos Festival
What: This multi-cultural festival celebrates the traditional Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a fun family-friendly event with retail and food booths. Featuring traditional live entertainment, community and family altars built in memory of loved ones, music, Classic Car Show with car altares, marigolds from Mellano Flowers, Day of the Dead bread, Chalk Cemetery and children’s activity areas.
When: Sunday, October 23, 2022, 10am-5pm
Where: Downtown Oceanside, 311 N Tremont St Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Dia de los Muertos Festival
Black Plague Halloween Party
What: Prepare yourself for Black Plague’s 4th Annual Halloween Costume party – a frightening night filled with heart-pumping beats from local Alec Beretz, delicious eats from Full Metal Burgers, a Costume Contest and more! For those who want some fresh ink, The Body Art Bus will be serving up fresh tattoos all night!
When: Thursday, October 29, 2022, 12pm-11pm
Where: Black Plague Brewing, 2550 Jason Court Oceanside, CA 92056
More Info: Black Plague Brewery
Comedy Nights at Privateer Marketplace
What: Come on out to see hilarious stand-up comedy every Tuesday night at the Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar! To attend there is a $15 minimum food and/or drink purchase required.
When: Every Tuesday, 7:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Privateer Marketplace & Wine Bar, 1704 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Privateer
Halloween Spooktakular at Mission Marketplace
What: Who’s ready to get spooky!? Join Mission Marketplace for their Halloween Spooktakular. This year, Mission Marketplace worked with nonprofit Adaptive Sports and Recreation Association (ASRA) to plan Halloween themed activities that ALL children, including those with mobility limitations, will enjoy.
When: October 29, 2022, 11-2pm
Where: Mission Marketplace, 427 College Blvd K, Oceanside, CA 92057
More Info: Mission Marketplace
Metamorphosis: An Art After Dark Spectacular
What: As day turns into night, transform into a creature of the night, and get weird at Oceanside Museum of Art’s signature Art After Dark event. Get ready for a sensational evening charged with awe-inspiring entertainment, live music, food trucks, spooky good libations, art-making activities, and more. Come in costume or just as you are. Must be 21 and over to attend.
When: October 29, 2022, 7-10pm
Where: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Museum of Art
Oceanside Sunset Market
What: Sunset Market Day in Downtown Oceanside is BACK! 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 vendors, making it a wonderful place to purchase the perfect gift or souvenir.
When: Every Thursday, 5pm-9pm
Where: Corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway, Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Sunset Market
Sip, Paint and Gaze
What: Join Cynthia’s Artistic Expressions every Friday 5:30-7:30pm to “Sip, Paint and Gaze” on the rooftop of the Mission Pacific Resort painting the Oceanside Pier. Tickets are $55 per person and includes all art supplies, instructions, 3 hours of validated parking and a complimentary glass of wine and the best ocean views.
When: Every Friday, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Mission Pacific Hotel, 201 N Myers St, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: For reservations, please call (760) 655-1332.