North County and San Diego Events for June
North County and San Diego events in June bring plenty of summer fun. Along with the San Diego Fair, you’ll find the Switchfoot BRO-AM and other music festivals, the Race Across America, surfing championships, the Scottish Highland Games, car and tractor shows, and even an early Independence Day parade.
Mean Girls
June 3-20
This is a hilarious and sharp-witted Broadway musical that follows teenager Cady Heron as she navigates the cutthroat world of high school cliques and learns that being true to yourself never goes out of style.
Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista
www.moonlightstage.com
First Friday Art Walk
June 5
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. Plus, there’s an After Dark Concert following the art walk from 8-9pm.
5-8pm / In and around the Oceanside Library Community Center, 330 N Coast Hwy
www.oceansideartwalk.org
San Marcos Annual Trails Day
June 6
This year you can enjoy a 5-mile hike to Double Peak Park, a 5-mile bike ride around the Discovery trails, a leisurely 1-mile interpretive walk and a 6-mile equestrian trot along the Ridgeline Trail. The event area and booths open at 8:30am with hikes starting shortly after that. All except equestrian trot meet at 650 Foxhall Drive. Equestrian trot check-in is at Ridgeline Trailhead parking lot across from Double Peak Elementary School.
8:30am / Lakeview Park, 650 Foxhall Dr
760-744-1050 / www.san-marcos.net
Giro di San Diego GranFondo
June 6
A celebration of cycling, food, and San Diego’s North Inland region. The GIRO is famous for its challenging and picturesque routes, outstanding ride support, mouthwatering food both on and off the course, and a post-ride party!
7:15am-4pm / Ryan Park, Escondido
858-668-1739 / www.girodisandiego.com
Sam Hinton Folk Festival
June 6
This wonderful free outdoor event will feature musical performances, storytelling and family/contra dancing. A great variety of folk music will be offered including cajun, zydeco, jazz, bluegrass, country, and punkgrass.
10am-5pm / Old Poway Park
858-668-4576 / poway.org
Trail volunteer event at The Crossings at Carlsbad Trail
June 6
Join us for a trail volunteer event on National Trails Day at The Crossings at Carlsbad Trail. The city will provide a work plan and safety training at the start of each trail work event along with tools and water. Please wear proper protective clothing, such as closed-toe shoes and gloves.
8:30-11:30am / The Crossings/ Veterans Memorial Trail (Trailhead at the Crossings)
www.carlsbadca.gov
2025 USA Surfing Championships
June 7-12
USA Surfing is the IOC-recognized National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in the USA. Surfing America is responsible for holding the USA Championships each year and for selecting the official USA Surf Team to compete internationally. Competition includes Para Surf, Longboard, Adult Divisions Shortboard, SUP Surf and SUP and Prone Distance, Tech Races and Age Group Races.
Oceanside Harbor North Jetty
www.usasurfing.org
San Diego County Fair
June 10-July 5
“ONCE UPON A FAIR” in a land not-so-far-away, the story of your San Diego summer begins. The San Diego County Fair is the greatest story our community has ever told. It’s a tale of food, fun, friends, family, laughter, tradition, music, amazement, and pure, unbridled joy.
See website for schedule. / Del Mar Fairgrounds
858-755-1161 / www.sdfair.com
Annual Switchfoot BRO-AM
June 11 & 13
BRO-AM has been a San Diego event dedicated to giving back to the community for over a decade now. Join 15,000+ beach lovers for a free, all ages, family friendly, community giving event to enjoy a whole day of surf contests, live concerts on the beach with Grammy award-winning rock band Switchfoot, delicious food and drinks, vendor booths, green initiatives, and more. Benefit Party on the 11th and Beach Fest on the 13th.
Thursday, 6-10pm / Viasat, Carlsbad
Saturday, 7am-5pm / Moonlight Beach, Encinitas
www.broam.org
Carlsbad Lagoon Row in the Dark
June 13
Your $49 ticket grants you a three hour glow in the dark themed adventure on a paddleboard, kayak or aquacycle. Join us at the Carlsbad Lagoon and enjoy live music around the campfire, beach games and memories that will last a lifetime!
7-10pm / California Watersports
carlsbadlagoon.com
Leucadia Summer Fun on the 101
June 13
An epic music festival that promises a day full of rhythm and melodies, just a block away from the picturesque Beacon’s Beach in Encinitas. This celebration is free and welcomes the entire community to join in the fun. Live Music + Amazing Giveaways + Fun Local Vendors + Kids Hula Hoop Contest + Adult Beverage Garden.
11am / Leucadia Roadside Park
summerfunonthe101.com
Fallbrook Healthy Living Faire
June 13
Visit with a variety of health-minded businesses and organizations that will be showcasing products and services, as well as providing general health and wellness information.
The San Diego County Live Well on Wheels bus will be onsite with a variety of resources, including aging and independence, health education, and military and veteran support.
9am-12pm / 399 Heald Lane, Fallbrook
https://foundationforseniorcare.org/
Vista Paper Shredding, E-Waste Recycling and Compost Giveaway Event
June 13
The City of Vista and EDCO are sponsoring a FREE shredding, e-waste collection, and compost giveaway event. Limited to two banker’s boxes (10inchx12inchx15inch) per household.
Unwanted electronics including TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, computer components, printers, scanners, and fax machines will be collected.
Free, self-service compost is available for Vista residents. So, please bring your own cans/bags, gloves, and shovel. There is a limit of 3 cans/bags per vehicle.
Goodwill will also be on-site to accept donated reusable items. Please go to edcodisposal.com, under News and Events, for a list of items that Goodwill will not accept.
9am-12pm / 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista
www.cityofvista.com
VANC Annual Car Show
June 14
We’ll be featuring all sorts of extraordinary cars, trucks, and vehicles. Enjoy live music, fun and a great time. All years, makes and models are welcome and trophies will be given to the best in several categories. There will be a pancake breakfast at 8am for registrants. Breakfast, lunch and drinks are available for purchase.
9am-2pm / Veterans Association of North County, 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside
www.vanc.me
Race Across America
June 16 & 20
Each year, cyclists convene in Oceanside ready to prove themselves in Race Across America (RAAM), one of the most respected and longest running endurance sporting events in the world. RAAM racers bike 3000 miles across 13 states, climbing 170,000 vertical feet in no more than 12 (for solo riders) to nine days (for teams). In Oceanside, you can cheer on the competitors as they launch their epic sprint.
Pier Amphitheater, 301 The Strand N, Oceanside
www.raamrace.org
Del Mar Village Summer Solstice
June 18
The Del Mar Village Association invites you to celebrate the beginning of summer as only Del Mar knows how: with delicious food and drinks from award-winning Del Mar Village restaurants, fun music, ocean views, and beachy, good vibes. 21+ event. See website for tickets.
5-8pm / Powerhouse Park, Del Mar
www.visitdelmarvillage.com
Oceanside Concert at the Pier
June 20
Featuring A Salute to Motown! Food trucks and family-friendly activities will be available at the event. Food and dessert vendors will be available for purchase. Family-friendly activities such as temporary tattoos, games, and coloring will also be available.
5-8pm / Pier Amphitheater
760-435-4500 / www.ci.oceanside.ca.us
Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans
June 20-21
A spirited celebration of Scottish heritage, tradition, and athleticism. This annual event features thrilling Highland Games competitions, including caber tossing, stone putting, and hammer throwing, showcasing the strength and skill of athletes. Attendees can enjoy traditional bagpipe performances, Scottish dancing, clan gatherings, and authentic food like haggis and meat pies.
9am-5pm / SDSU Mission Valley River Park
sdhighlandgames.org
Antique Engine & Tractor Show
June 20-21, 27-28
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, gas and steam engines, blacksmithing, woodworking, weaving, spinning and farming demos, model trains, clocks, antique autos and trucks, and kids’ crafts. There are also merchant and food booths.
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista
760-941-1791 / www.agsem.com
San Marcos Summer Concert Series
June 27
This is the first of four, summer concerts held at Wood House in Woodland Park. Tonight’s performance is James Kruk, an Elvis and Johnny Cash tribute. Gates open at 6pm. See website for ticket prices and FAQs.
7-9pm / Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Rd
www.san-marcos.net
Lake Poway Family Campout
June 27-28
Activities include guided evening hikes, campfire with s’mores, and a family-pleasing magic/comedy show. Remember to bring your own camping equipment, dinner supplies to barbeque, and grill/charcoal.
1pm-10am / Lake Poway
poway.org
Oceanside Independence Day Parade
June 27
Join us for this year’s Independence Day parade. See floats, bands, walking groups, cool cars and much more. This year we’re celebrating 250 years of American liberty.
10am-12pm / South Coast Highway from Wisconsin Ave to Civic Center Dr
www.mainstreetoceanside.com
USA 250: Stars, Stripes, and Surf
June 27
After Oceanside’s Independence Day parade, we have an afternoon of live music, local flavor and classic Americana with chili cook-offs, pinewood derby races, a fun zone with free kids’ activities and plenty of good eats.
Pier Amphitheater, Oceanside
www.oceansidechamber.com
Taste of Julian
June 27
While apples will always be revered by the hamlet of Julian, we have more than apples to celebrate, and Taste of Julian is designed to do just that. Celebrate the deliciously diverse culinary delights Julian has to offer. The event is a self guided tour of the participating restaurants and tasting rooms in the Julian area. Tickets are $25 per person.
12:30-5pm / Town Hall
760-765-1857 / www.visitjulian.com
Art In The Village
June 28
Held every summer since 1988, this free, one-day, open-air art show features fine artists from all over the region. All artwork is juried, and you can meet the artists in their booths the day of the event. Oil, watercolor, mixed media, digital, photography, glasswork, woodworking, jewelry, pottery, and more will be on display and for purchase. Plus, more than a dozen musicians will perform throughout the day.
10am-6pm / Carlsbad Village
760-453-7076 / www.carlsbad-village.com
Rock ‘N’ Trot Walk-A-Thon
June 28
Live music, family fun, and prizes. REINS programs promote a more engaging, resilient and fulfilling life, thus fostering a community where horse and human interactions enrich lives.
9-11am / REINS, Fallbrook
760-731-9168 / reinsprogram.org
Enjoy June’s North County and San Diego events! Do you have North County or San Diego events that you’d like included here? Just let me know, and I’ll add them for you.
Please excuse any errors or omissions and let me know if there’s anything that needs fixing. Check with the organizations holding these events for costs, tickets, availability, changes, limitations and important details.