North County Events from Jan. 20-26

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! All city and county offices are closed.

We’re back for another week of events!

Check out New Village Arts’ new show in Carlsbad, the dinosaurs go extinct in Del Mar, a cat show and a bike safety class in Oceanside.

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Here are the latest events for the week of Jan. 20-26:

CARLSBAD

Jan. 24

Showtime! Check out “The Half-Life of Marie Curie” at the Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center. Previews run Jan. 24-Feb. 1 with opening night on Feb. 1. The show’s run continues until Feb. 24. The show follows Curie, who won the Nobel Prize in chemistry in 1911 and overcoming a scandal. Get tickets.

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Walk! Check out the 16th annual Mitchell Thorp Warrior Spirit 5K run/walk on Feb. 1 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at Poinsettia Community Park. This event is a fantastic opportunity for our families and friends to come together and demonstrate their support while raising funds for children battling life-threatening illnesses, diseases, and disorders. Register here.

Hunt! Take part in the 5th annual Hearts of Carlsbad Village by Barrio Glassworks scavenger hunt on Feb. 8. This one-day-only event invites you to explore downtown Carlsbad and search for one of 300 handblown glass hearts, beautifully crafted by Barrio Glassworks and hidden throughout the Village. If you’re lucky enough to find a heart, it’s yours to keep! If you register your treasure, you could win a free, private glassblowing experience at Barrio Glassworks and prizes from local businesses.

DEL MAR

Jan. 20

Dinosaurs! Jurassic Quest is roaring into the Del Mar Fairgrounds though today. The world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. Observe a herd of life-size animatronic dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, T-Rex and an incredible 50-foot long Megalodon. Interact with our trainers, baby dinos, and watch a live Raptor show. Explore dinosaur rides, giant fossil dig, inflatables, fossil science exhibit, “Triceratots” soft play area, and more. Get tickets here.

Jan. 25

Kitty! Check out the San Diego Cat Show from Jan. 25-26 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. More than 450 kittens and cats of 43 breeds will be on display with agility courses, a beauty contest, adoptions and more. The show runs from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Jan. 25 and from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Jan. 26.

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Dogs! Check out the Silver Bay Dog Show from Feb. 21-23 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. There will be obedience and rally trials, tricks and much more. Admission is free.

ENCINITAS

Jan. 22

Free concert! Enjoy the music of the Villa-Lobos Festival with Lisa Parente, a soprano interpreting songs by Villa-Lobos. The show is from noon-1 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Dr.

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Expo! Join the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce for its 2025 Community Resource Expo on Feb. 8 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr., to celebrate and showcase the best of what our local businesses have to offer.

ESCONDIDO

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Pups! Check out Fun Animal Friday with Love on a Leash at the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, from 10-11:30 a.m. on Jan. 31. The event includes a live presentation, meet and greet, story time, crafts and more.

Race! Get your running shoes ready for the annual Ranch 50K and Half Marathon on Feb. 15. The race starts at 7 a.m. at Daley Ranch, 3024 La Honda Dr. with the start and finish line at the Dixon Lake picnic area. The 50K competitors will run a 15.6-mile loop twice, which half marathoners will participate in one 13.1-mile loop.

Chocolate! Join the Escondido Downtown Business Association with your sweetheart or just your “sweet tooth” to enjoy “For The Love of Chocolate” Escondido Chocolate Festival from noon-5 p.m. on Feb. 15. Stroll in and out of nearly 20 designated restaurants, shops and spa tasting locations while sampling chocolate paired with local fine wines & craft beers. Plus, Escondido Arts & Culture, Esco Alley Art and Chocolate Truffle Making Classes are offered as a separate purchase. This ticketed event is capped at 350 attendees and sells out every year. Get tickets here.

OCEANSIDE

Jan. 25

Bike safety! Join the Oceanside Police Department for a bike safety class from 9-11 a.m. at police headquarters, 3855 Mission Ave. Attendees will learn about the rules of the road, traffic laws, e-bike safety, helmets and more. For more information or to RSVP, contact Officer Matthew Parenteau mjparenteau@oceansideca.org.

SAN MARCOS

Jan. 25

Music! Get ready for a night of incredible music at the Bornemann Theatre at 7 p.m. for Café Classics. The features performances by Straight No Chaser, Coffee on the Moon, and Backwater Blues Band.

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CPR! Join the city of San Marcos for a community CPR class on Feb. 8 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Regional Training Facility, 184 Santar Place. Attendees will earn certifications in CPR and AED (automated external defibrillator) with hands-on training. The cost is $75. To register, call (760) 744-1050 ext. 3400.

SOLANA BEACH

Jan. 20

Attention music lovers. Check out the famous BellyUp. This week’s lineup consists of Amlak & Friends (today), Rusty Preisendorfer, Taylor Knox and Jojo Roper (Jan. 21), Ani DiFranco (Jan. 22), Cowboy Mouth (Jan. 23), Oceans (Jan. 3), Atomic Groove (Jan. 24), Death From Above (Jan. 24) and Foghat (Jan. 26).

VISTA

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Community state! Join the city of Vista for its annual State of the Community from 11 a.m.1:30 p.m. on Jan. 27 at 200 Civic Center Dr. The keynote speaker will be Mayor John Franklin.

Garden! Check out the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens’ Kids in the Garden class from 10 a.m.-noon on Feb. 15. Kids will learn about nature photography. The class is free for members or $5 for non-members. Email farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com to register.

Farmer’s Markets

The Grand Farmers Market runs from 2:30-7 p.m. every Tuesday on Juniper Street between Grand Avenue and Valley Parkway at Heritage Park. The market has a great selection of produce and meats with a variety of vendors.

The open-air San Marcos Farmer’s Market is year-round and is held every Tuesday from 3-7 p.m. at 251 N. City Dr. off Twin Oaks Valley Road and across from Cal-State San Marcos.

The State Street Farmer’s Market in Carlsbad is every Wednesday from 2:30-6 p.m. on State Street between Carlsbad Village Drive and Grand Avenue. This lively market features amazing produce, organic eats, locally prepared food, live entertainment and an all-around good vibe.

*Note: The State Street Farmer’s Market spring/summer hours are 2:30-7 p.m. from March 10 through Nov. 3.

The Oceanside Farmer’s Market is held every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the Sunset Market every Thursday from 5-9 p.m. at the corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway. The popular market provides a delicious display of local produce, meats, flowers and nursery items!

The Vista Farmer’s Market is the county’s longest running market and is every Saturday from 8 a.m.-noon, rain or shine at the San Diego County Courthouse, 345 S. Melrose Dr.

The Cardiff Farmer’s Market at Mira Costa College, 3333 Manchester Ave., runs every Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and features numerous international food vendors, food and plant vendors plus much more!

The Del Mar Farmer's Market is the second oldest in the region and is every Saturday from noon–4 p.m. on the lower outdoor parking lot at the Del Mar Civic Center, 1050 Camino Del Mar. This certified, non-profit market brings to the community a variety of fresh local produce, seafood, fresh coffee, locally prepared international specialty foods to enjoy on-site or to take home, artisan creations, and live music.

The Leucadia Farmer’s Market is every Sunday (except Easter) from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Paul Ecke Central School, 185 Union St. in Encinitas. The market has a great collection of more than 30 certified growers, 10 certified organic and more than 70 total vendors.

The Bonsall Farmer’s Market and Open Air Faire runs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Sunday at Bonsall Elementary School, 31555 Old River Rd. The market highlights fresh garden-to-table locally grown fruits, veggies, hormone-free meat, local artisan cheese and much more.

The Solana Beach Farmer’s Market runs every Sunday from noon-4 p.m. (except on Easter, July 4, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day) The market features organic farmers with nature's finest produce to skilled artisans crafting one-of-a-kind creations, our vendor lineup is a celebration of local talent and creativity.

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