North County and San Diego Events June 2019 bring us the San Diego County Fair plus so many other fun activities like a powwow, mud run, the Race Across America, summer theater, festivals for everyone, Highland games, a parade and the Switchfoot BRO-AM.
North Coast Rep A Walk in the Woods
May 29 – June 23
Location: Solana Beach, 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Suite D
With world tensions escalating, Lee Blessing’s play, A Walk in the Woods, is especially relevant today. In the midst of the Cold War, a U.S. and Soviet arms negotiator agree to meet informally. Their revealing and absorbing conversations, laced with humor, evolve through debate and discord, exploring unexpected and uncharted territory. For those yearning for a more enlightened world, this play gives us much to think about.
San Diego County Fair
May 31 – July 4
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd
The 2019 San Diego County Fair, presented by Albertsons|Vons, invites guests to skip down the yellow brick road and enter into an “Oz-some” world inspired by L. Frank Baum’s classic tale, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.”
Visitors will journey to the Emerald City, meeting magical new friends along the way. Channel your inner courage in our whirlwind of carnival rides. Expand your brain by immersing yourself in creative and educational exhibits. Warm your heart creating new memories with your friends and family. With all of the adventures you’ll encounter, you’ll discover, “There’s no place like the Fair.”
Admission & Hours
This year the Fair opens at 4:00 PM on Friday, May 31 and continues through Thursday, July 4. The Fair is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays in June. Admission is $20 for adults, $14 for seniors ages 62 and older and kids ages 6 through 12. Kids 5 and under are free. Albertsons and Vons stores offer discount tickets. Check online for other discounts and passes.
National Trails Day
June 1
8:30 – 11:30 AM
Location: Carlsbad, trailhead near Strata Dr & Tamarack Ave
The City of Carlsbad will celebrate National Trails Day with an educational hike at Lake Calavera Preserve. National Trails Day is the country’s largest celebration of trails.
The guided hike will include information about Lake Calavera Preserve and facts about the local flora and fauna that can be observed while in the area. Hear short presentations on the city’s trails, hiking tips, the local flora and fauna, and ways to get involved as a trail volunteer.
Please wear closed-toe shoes and sun protection. In the event of rain, the event will be canceled.
Directions
Directions: Head east on Carlsbad Village Drive until it ends. Turn left on College Boulevard. Turn right on Tamarack Avenue. Park by the trailhead near Strata Drive and Tamarack Avenue, by the exit to Calavera Hills School. Follow signs to the dam/pump station for volunteer check-in.
RB Alive! Street Fair
June 2
10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Rancho Bernardo, Bernardo Center Dr between Lomica Dr and Bernardo Plaza Ct
Come and help us celebrate the North San Diego Business Chamber’s 31st Annual RB Alive!. There will be a full day of entertainment and enjoyment with over 300 booths. Visitors can browse the arts and crafts booths, get information from regional and local businesses, service clubs and religious organizations and of course partake in tasty treats and meals from food vendors.
Several special interest areas are in store for the 20,000 expected visitors. The Kids’ Zone will provide activities and games. The Cultural Center will have historical reenactments, and local organizations will share their art, culture, history and handiwork. Everyone will want to stop by to view the Classic Car Show!
First Friday Art Walk
June 7
5 – 9 PM
Location: Oceanside, Artist Alley
Join First Friday Art Walk by supporting our vibrant art community showcasing pop-up art galleries, custom jewelry, dance performances, live music and poetry. Event maps are distributed every month, listing that month’s locations, art happenings and sponsors.
Oceanside Cultural Consortium
The Oceanside Cultural Consortium (OCC) was established in 2013 with the goal of establishing Oceanside and surrounding communities as an important arts, culture, entertainment and tourism hub/destination that catalyzes economic prosperity and a high quality of life for Oceanside’s future. Its members include nearly 50 different Oceanside arts, community, business, and civic organizations. This vibrant arts, performances, music, poetry, activities, food, and fun for all ages, is free!
World Famous Marine Corps Mud Run
June 8 – 9
Location: Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton
Ooh-rah! It is the race that inspired an industry! The Camp Pendleton World Famous Mud Run® is the world’s dirtiest party featuring challenging 10K and 5K runs with rolling hills, river crossings, two 5-foot walls, three massive mud pits, tunnels, slippery hill, a cargo climb and much more! There is also a 2K kids’ run and a virtual run. Participants experience a day in Marine Corps life hanging with the few and the proud.
Mud Run Fest
Come for the run and stay for the fun at the Mud Run Fest! Enjoy food, a live DJ, muddy merchants, family fun activities, beer, Marine Corps displays, the Mud Run Store and more.
Competitors enjoy fun and challenging races with commemorative t-shirts, extensive course support, custom awards and great locations. It’s recommended you arrive at the main gate no later than 2-hours prior to your race wave start time.
Free Document Shred Event
June 8
9 AM – 12 PM
Location: Vista, 200 Civic Center Dr parking lot
The City of Vista and EDCO Disposal are hosting a FREE document shredding event on Saturday, June 8. This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive or personal documents that need shredding. Documents are limited to two bankers’ boxes per household (10 inch x 12 inch x 15 inch). Electronic waste will also be accepted, including computer and TV monitors, printers, cell phones, laptops, fax machines, VCR’s, radios, and other miscellaneous computer components.
Vista Residents
This is open to City of Vista residents only. Proof of address is required.
Annual Inter-Tribal Powwow
June 8 – 9
Location: Oceanside, San Luis Rey Mission Grounds, 4050 Mission Ave
Join the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians for the Annual Inter-Tribal Powwow with arts and craft booths, food, dancers, drums, an opportunity drawing and contest dancing.
Race Across America
June 11 & 15
Location: Oceanside, Oceanside Pier
Race Across America (RAAM) is one the most respected and longest running endurance sports events in the world. RAAM is seen as a pinnacle of athletic achievement not only in cycling circles but the greater sporting community as well. Racers must traverse 3000 miles across 12 states and climb over 175,000 vertical feet. Team racers have a maximum of nine days and most finish in about seven and a half days. Teams will ride 350-500 miles a day, racing non-stop. Solo racers have a maximum of 12 days to complete the race, with the fastest finishing in just over eight days. Solo racers will ride 250-350 miles a day, balancing speed and the need for sleep. Come show your Oceanside spirit by cheering on the start of these endurance racers!
RAAM solo racers and RAW solo and teams will start from the Oceanside Pier on Tuesday, June 11. RAAM teams will start on Saturday, June 15.
Moonlight Amphitheatre The Producers
June 12 – 29
Location: Vista, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr
A scheming producer and his mousy accountant aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway in Mel Brooks’ laugh-out-loud spectacle. The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly “boffo” hit, winning a record twelve Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night.
Mature Audiences
At the core of the insanely funny adventure is a poignant emotional journey of two very different men who become friends. The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an “equal opportunity offender!” Recommended for mature audiences only.
Surfing America USA Surfing Championships
June 12 – 15
Location: Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor, North Jetty
The Surfing America USA Championships bring the best surfers and stand-up paddlers from across the country and include longboard, SUP and adaptive divisions.
Official ISA Governing Body
As the official ISA-recognized National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in the United States, Surfing America is responsible for holding the USA Surfing Championships event each year and for selecting the official USA Surf Team to compete internationally.
Encinitas Music By The Sea Concert Series
June 14
7:30 PM
Location: Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr
Under the artistic direction of Laura Schmieder, talented local and international artists are selected at the Beverly Hills National Auditions and presented monthly in concert in three cities: Encinitas, Torrance and Beverly Hills. There are nine concerts from September 2018 through June 2019.
June 14 will feature Delirium Musicum. The chamber orchestra is dedicated to providing impassioned and engaging musical performances by a young generation of top musicians from Los Angeles. Wide-ranging musical repertoire allows creative interpretation of the old masters as well as collaboration with contemporary composers in programs that speak to modern audiences.
Free Movie in the Park Bumblebee
June 15
8 PM
Location: Vista, Buena Vista Ball Fields, 1851 S Melrose Dr
The Movies in the Park free summer series is sponsored by the City of Vista. Relax with family and friends under the stars. Come early, get a good seat, and bring a jacket for the cool nights. Free popcorn and movie.
This Month’s Movie
This month’s movie is Bumblebee (PG-13).
Antique Engine & Tractor Show and North County Mini Maker Faire
June 15 – 16 & 22 – 23
Location: Vista, Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 20240 N Santa Fe Ave
Every spring and fall, we host our Antique Engine & Tractor Show. For this year’s show, we’ll be teaming up with the Mini Maker Fair on June 15th & 16th.
The Antique Engine & Tractor Show has something for everyone in the family. This includes an antique equipment and tractor parade with tractors from all over the country, grist mill, gas and steam engines, blacksmithing and wheelwright demos, antique autos and trucks. Don’t miss the N scale model railroad, weaving and spinning demonstrations, arts and crafts, Museum Gift Shop, West Coast Clock & Watch Museum, farmhouse and parlor, merchant booths, and food booths.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park Father’s Day Buffet
June 16
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Escondido, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqaul Valley Rd
Enjoy a delicious and bountiful barbecue buffet to celebrate Dad’s special day. There will be live musical entertainment, and a cash bar will be available. Each dad will receive a drink coupon for a beverage at the bar.
Cost
Make Music Day
June 21
10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Carlsbad, Museum of Making Music, 5790 Armada Dr
Make Music Day is a free celebration of music around the world on June 21st. Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is now held on the same day in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries. The Museum joins the global Make Music Day celebration by offering FREE admission and musical activities all day long.
Family Fun from 10 AM to 3 PM
Explore the world of instrument making through a variety of stations where kids and their families can “Make ‘n Play” their own musical instruments. Jump on stage and play your new instruments along with ukuleles, drums and percussion instruments provided by the Museum. Discover the relationship between science and music at the Vibration Station where kids can play a water xylophone and conduct other cool musical experiments.
Open Mic from 10 AM to 4 PM
Ready to play in front of an audience? Hop up on to our open mic stage and give it a try! Artists are encouraged to sign up in advance by visiting www.museumofmakingmusic.org. Registration opens June 1.
All Day Spontaneous Jams
Looking for something a little less formal? Bring your instrument and pick your own spot to jam!
Fairy Festival
June 22
10 AM – 4 PM
Location: Encinitas, San Diego Botanical Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr
Calling all young fairies! Come celebrate summer at the San Diego Botanic Garden. Wear your fairy costume or come just as you are. The day will be filled with fun. You can take pictures with the Fairy Princess, and leave your wish at the Wishing Bush. You can also visit the Fairy Land Market, and make a variety of fairy themed crafts to take home. Enjoy child friendly live entertainment with Twinkle & Friends and Ruth & Emilia.
Cost
Cost is free with paid admission or SDBG membership. Small fee for crafts. No adults in costume please.
San Diego Scottish Highland Games
June 22 – 23
Location: Vista, Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr
Come see everything Scottish. This includes Highland dancing, bagpiping and drumming, heavy athletics, sheep dog trials, Celtic history and other educational seminars, children’s activities, and Celtic bands.
Highland Games History
When celebrating in times of peace one of the Highlanders’ favorite pastimes was the tainchel. For these “great hunts,” several clans would often combine. Chieftains would send word to the clansmen that an event was planned and when and where they should assemble.
After a successful hunt, a great feast and celebration would be held. Then the rival clansmen would test each other’s prowess at various sports – running, jumping, wrestling, or primitive forms of weight putting with stones. They would also vie with each other in piping and in dancing. These celebrations were the forerunners of the modern Highland games.
Come celebrate with food, drinks, traditional and contemporary entertainment, games, even whisky tasting!
San Marcos Summer Concerts in the Gardens
June 22
7:30 – 9:15 PM
Location: San Marcos, Wood House at Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Rd
Discover Live Music at the Wood House Garden in Woodland Park!
Enjoy the greatest soft rock hits of the 70’s and 80’s with Yacht Rock professionals, High Tide Society. High Tide Society have been mesmerizing audiences throughout Southern California with their unique blend of sailing tunes.
Purchase Tickets
The 2019 Summer Concerts in the Gardens season includes four unique bands. You can purchase tickets just for High Tide Society or any of the other three bands. Or you can buy season tickets for all four.
Switchfoot BRO-AM
June 29
Location: Encinitas, Moonlight Beach, 400 B St
An annual event near and dear to Switchfoot’s heart, BRO-AM Beach Fest is a celebration that gives back to the San Diego Community and invests in the next generation. The BEACH FEST includes surf contests, a free concert, numerous vendor booths… all to celebrate community and to raise awareness and funds for local youth organizations.
Funds raised from the 2019 BRO-AM events support local youth initiatives with these organizations: A Step Beyond, Challenged Athletes’ Foundation, Feeding San Diego, StandUp for Kids, VH1 Save The Music Foundation, and Rob Machado Foundation. BRO-AM is free to the public. Limited Suja VIP Pit tickets are available for purchase.
Concert
Live performance by Switchfoot and special guests. Previous performances by Jason Mraz, Needtobreathe, Lifehouse, Echosmith, American Authors, OK GO, Chris Shiflett (Foo Fighters), Andrew Wessen (Grouplove), John Rzeznik (Goo Goo Dolls), and more! Plus you’ll hear the winner of the 91x Battle for the BRO-AM.
Annual Oceanside Independence Parade
June 29
Location: Oceanside, Coast Hwy from Wisconsin Ave to Civic Center Dr
Join us for the Annual Oceanside Independence Parade as it marches up Coast Highway from Wisconsin Avenue to Civic Center Drive. Come see floats, bands, walking groups, cool cars and much more. Our theme this year is “HOMETOWN HEROES.” The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. Running time from beginning to end is about two hours.
Viewing of the parade is available from the sidewalks along the entire route. Spectators are encouraged to bring folding chairs. The highest concentration of viewers will be on the north end of the route past Seagaze Avenue.
Parking
Street parking is available on the residential side streets that run parallel to the entire route (Freeman and Tremont Streets). Some parking is available in the downtown parking lots and the parking structure. To enter the downtown area from the east on parade morning, you will have to cross Coast Highway at Oceanside Blvd. or Surfrider Way. Parking time limits may be enforced for street parking and parking lots – watch for the signs.