Spectacular September Events in Oceanside
September is here, can you believe it? With the changing of the seasons, O’side is ready to welcome some epic events around town! Experience all the city has on the cal with family and friends as we approach the fall season. Enjoy events like Adaptive Surfing Championships, Super Girl Surf Pro, Oceanside’s long time tradition of Harbor Days, and a variety of markets, live music events and more. Be sure to send off the summer with a bang and give a warm welcome to a “cozy season” spent on our sunny coastline! To see the rest of the September events, visit our Oceanside Event Calendar.
Music at the Museum with the Anthony Cullins Trio
What: Explore the exhibitions for free starting at 5:00pm and stay for the free concert as Oceanside’s First Friday Art Walk extends into the night with the explosive sound and epic blues-rock guitar riffs of The Anthony Cullins Trio. The music starts and cash bar opens at 6:30pm. Ensure you’re in by clicking here to secure a free ticket ahead of time or click here for one of the exclusive VIP tables of four for $50.
When: Friday, September 3, 2021, 5pm-9pm
Where: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Museum of Art
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. In addition, Oceanside Theatre Company’s Brooks Gallery re-opens with juried Plein Air Artist Reception And Exhibition, “A Breath of Fresh Air” during the First Friday Art Walk. Admission to the Oceanside Museum of Art, Brooks Theatre and Music at the Museum is free during the Art Walk!
When:
- Art Walk – Friday, September 3, 2021, 5-9pm
- Music at the Museum – Friday, September 3, 2021, 5-9pm
- Brooks Theatre Artist Reception and Exhibition – Friday, September 3, 2021, 6-9pm
Where: Artist Alley, Downtown Oceanside, 311 N Tremont St Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: First Friday: Oceanside Art Walk
Oceanside Harbor Wine Cruise
What: Join Oceanside Adventures and Beach House Winery on the first Saturday of every month for a 90-minute evening cruise aboard a luxurious catamaran through the beautiful Oceanside Harbor. The cruise features an appetizer platter and three tastes of wines from Beach House Winery.
When: Saturday, September 4, 2021, 5pm-6:30pm
Where: 256 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Whale Watching
Annual Labor Day Pier Swim
What: The Oceanside Pier Swim is an annual one mile swim that begins and ends on the beach, traversing around the Oceanside Pier. The Pier Swim opens with swimmers diving into the surf, circles one mile around the pier and ultimately ends with swimmers riding waves onto the beach and dashing towards a finish line on the sand.
When: Monday, September 6, 2021, 7-11:30am
Where: Oceanside Pier, 301 The Strand N Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Labor Day Pier Swim
U.S. Open Adaptive Surfing Championships
What: Established in 2017 right here in Oceanside, this contest showcases the best adaptive surfers in the country. The event was founded by the Stoked for Life Foundation bringing awareness to the rehabilitative benefits of adapted water sports through clinics and education in addition to raising awareness for access to our beach communities for those with disabilities.
When: Thursday-Sunday, September 9-12, 2021, All Day
Where: Oceanside Pier, 301 The Strand N Oceanside, CA 92054 USA
More Info: U.S. Adaptive Surfing Championships
Tea Party Mixer at Bliss Tea and Treats
What: Head to Bliss Tea and Treats for Afternoon Tea which includes a selection of loose leaf teas, side salad, artisan sandwiches, a selection of desserts and scones served with creme’ fresh and strawberry preserve.
When: Friday, September 10, 2021, 11:30am-1pm
Where: Bliss Tea and Treats, 301 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA, USA
More Info: Bliss Tea and Treats
Downtown Oceanside History Walk
What: The Oceanside Historical Society will be hosting their Downtown History Walks for 2021 on the second Saturday of each month beginning at 9:00 a.m. Your tour guide will be a member of the Oceanside Historical Society, eager to show you around beautiful downtown Oceanside! The 2-hour history walk tour will begin at the front of the Oceanside Public Library (look for the Andrew Jackson Myers plaque) and will show participants the historical significance of local homes, churches & banks, three Irving J. Gill buildings, the famed “Top Gun” house, the Oceanside Pier & bandshell, and a variety of other sites. These walks are free (donations accepted) and open to everyone, and are pleasantly paced so folks of all ages can participate.
When: Saturday, September 11, 2021, 9am-11am
Where: Civic Center Plaza, 300 North Coast Highway, Oceanside CA 92054
O’side Flavor
What: The Osider Magazine and Pier Club Day Party present “Oside Flavor,” a taste of Oceanside’s finest restaurants, bakeries and breweries all in one place! The Oside Flavor event brings together the best of Oceanside’s restaurants, bakeries and breweries at the picturesque Goat Hill Park along with an evening of fun and entertainment for all. For more information and tickets visit TheOsider.com.
When: Wednesday, September 15, 2021, 5pm-9pm
Where: Goat Hill Park
More Info: The O’sider Magazine
Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro
What: The world’s top professional female surfers will be back in Oceanside for the 14th annual Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro, a 3 day event from September 17 – 19, 2021. The weekend will be jam-packed with world-class surfing competition that will blow your mind, and a festival village loaded with female-inspired vendors, activities and amazing entertainment. The event is free to attend!
The Super Girl Surf Pro is the largest female surfing event in the world, the only World Surf League (WSL) WQS 5000 women’s event in the U.S., and offers valuable points for surfers to qualify onto the Women’s Championship Tour in 2022.
When: September 17-19, 2021, All Day
Where: Oceanside Pier, 300 The Strand N Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Nissan Super Girl Pro
Oceanside Harbor Days
What: All are invited to Oceanside Harbor for the annual Oceanside Harbor Days celebration. This event will feature two days filled with sun, sand, surf, arts and craft exhibits, great food and fun activities for the entire family including a costume party for kids 12 and under at Pirate Village, the annual Nail ‘n’ Sail Competition, Military and Public Safety displays, a beer garden and more. Harbor Days is free to the public.
When: Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19, 2021, 9am-5pm
Where: Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Harbor Days
Creative Communal Makers Market at Rising Co.
What: Join Risng Co. for a day of fun for everyone – pet friendly and kid friendly. There will be a photo op, live music by Sage Escalante, free face painting and rad people! Saturday, September 18, from 10am-3pm in Oceanside— come support our local small businesses.
When: Saturday, September 18, 2021, 10am-3pm
Where: Rising Co., 332 Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Creative Communal Market
Arrowood Golf Course Community Fair
What: Arrowood Community Fair is an outdoor local artisan craft fair! There will be LIVE Music, Food and Drink specials! Pick up some homemade Bath salts, Cannoli’s, Jewelry, Succulents and soo much more. Runs the last Saturday of each month!
When: Saturday, September 18, 2021, 11am-4pm
Where: Arrowood Golf Course, 5201 Village Drive, Oceanside, CA 92057
More Info: Arrowood Golf Course
Life’s Swell. Surf O’side. – California Surfing Day 2021
What: Oceanside is an O’riginal surf town! As a mecca for surfers ranging from novice to pro, our coastal destination allows everyone to enjoy the sport of surfing along our beautiful coastline. We invite you to hit the waves on September 20th to celebrate California Surfing Day! Share your stoke for Oceanside and the state’s official sport on social media by tagging @VisitOceanside in a selfie and using the hashtags: #CaliforniaSurfingDay and #SurfOceanside!
When: September 20, 2021, All Day
Where: Oceanside Pier, 300 The Strand N Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: California Surfing Day Oceanside
San Diego Restaurant Week
What: San Diego Restaurant Week is being held September 26-October 3 2021. Enjoy 8 days and over 180 restaurants in San Diego County will be offering special lunch and dinner menus. This is a great opportunity to explore the buzzing dining scene in San Diego. Participating Oceanside restaurant: Carte Blanche.
When: September 26-October 3, 2021
Where: San Diego County
More Info: San Diego Restaurant Week
Taste Of Art: Catch The Great Wave
What: Take a deep dive into the legacy of one of Japan’s most influential artists Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) and his iconic Great Wave landscape print that took the world by storm. Join Robin Douglas to create large format paintings, epic ocean scenes and meaningful symbols all fused together to depict nature’s power. Refreshments and all supplies for your original artwork will be provided.
When: Thursday, September 30, 2021, 6pm-8pm
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.
Live Music at Coomber Craft Wines
What: Join Coomber Craft Wines for an evening of live music, food and wine! There are two time slots that you can reserve, 5:30 to 7pm OR 7:30 to 9pm.
When: Tuesday – Wednesday, Friday – Saturday, 5:30pm and 7:30pm
Where: Coomber Craft Wines, 611 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Coomber Craft Wines or call (760) 231-8022
For a full list of events in Oceanside be sure to check our Event Calendar often!
