North County Events from Nov. 11-17
North County Events from Nov. 11-17
North County San Diego is a diverse and dynamic community, offering an array of cultural, recreational, and educational events for all ages and interests.
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Here are the latest events for the week of Nov. 11-17:
CARLSBAD
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the Army and Navy Academy in commemorating and honoring veterans from all branches of the military during our annual Veterans Day Parade and Military Review. The event runs from 11 a.m.-noon at the football field, 2600 Carlsbad Blvd. There will be a flyover, keynote speaker, wreath presentation and the playing of TAPS.
Nov. 16
Holiday market! Check out the Woman's Club of Carlsbad holiday market from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Nov. 16 at 3320 Monroe St. The market offers for unique handmade gifts, decor and food items.
Shred it! Join the city of Carlsbad and Republic Services for a Shred and Recycle It! event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Carlsbad location is provided after proof of residency and registration, which is here. Residents are limited to one timeslot and may bring a maximum of five standard-sized boxes (10x12x15) of paper for shredding. Residents may park to bring their materials for shredding and view the shredding in action.
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Curtain’s up! Check out New Village Arts’ holiday production of “Miracle on 34th Street, A Live Muscial Radio Play.” Previews are Nov. 22-29 and opening night is Nov. 30, while the show runs through Dec. 24. Get tickets here.
DEL MAR
Nov. 15
Fight against breast cancer! Check out The Susan G. Komen 3‑Day kicks-off at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on Nov. 15 with an inspirational opening ceremony where the adrenaline and anticipation of thousands of walkers fills the air. They will begin their 60-mile journey though San Diego’s neighborhoods, walking along the Pacific Coast Highway through Del Mar, Torrey Pines and Mission Bay.
Racing is back! Check out the Del Mar Fairgrounds as the Bing Crosby season explodes from the gates on Nov. 15. The season runs through Dec. 1. Get tickets here.
ENCINITAS
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the American Legion San Dieguito Post 416 for its Veteran’s Day celebration starting at 11 a.m. at 210 West F Street. Following the ceremony, there will be live music, food, a raffle and more.
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Street fair! Join the Encinitas 101 Mainstreet Association for its 40th annual Encinitas Holiday Street Fair on Nov. 24. The event runs from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at D Street and North Coast Highway with a stage at Moonlight State Beach.
ESCONDIDO
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the American Legion Post 149 for its 5th annual Veterans Day Parade and VetFest at 230 E. Park Ave. on Nov. 11 There will be a parade, ceremony, kid’s zone, free lunch for active duty military and much more. The parade starts at 9:30 a.m. and VetFest begins at noon.
Nov. 16
Final Frontier! Blast off into the universe and introduce little ones to astronomy, astronauts, and aerospace! Join San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for its after-hours Space Night event from 5-7:30 p.m. with telescopes, robotics, galaxy art, satellite imagery, moons and much more. Cost is $12 for members and $17 for non-members. Get tickets here.
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Race day! Check out the Kit Carson 5K Turkey Trot, marathon and half-marathon relays and half marathon on Nov. 19. Check-in is from 6:45-7:45 a.m. for the 5K and until 8:30 a.m. for the relays and half marathon. The races start at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway and traverse a 2.62-mile loop. Register here.
OCEANSIDE
Nov. 17
Pet theater! Check out the Comedy Pet Theater, the original Las Vegas Cat Show, at the Star Theatre. The show is from 4-5:30 p.m. Gregory Popovich, a fifth-generation Cirque performer and juggler, features more than 30 of his rescued pets, in theatrical skits, showcasing their talents while promoting the importance of animal adoption. Get tickets.
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Turkey Trot! Take part in one of the biggest and longest running events at the O’side Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving. There are multiple races for all ages and skill levels. The races start at the Oceanside Civic Center and cross through downtown, the harbor and finishes at the Junior Seau Pier Amphitheater.
SAN MARCOS
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the city of San Marcos for its Veteran’s Day ceremony from 11 a.m.-noon at Helen Bougher Memorial Park, 1243 Borden Rd. The city will honor veterans and active duty military.
Nov. 13
Ho! Ho! Ho! Get your tickets for the city’s annual Breakfast with Santa. The annual event is on Dec. 7, but tickets go on sale Nov. 13. Tickets include a delicious pancake breakfast, entrance into three craft houses and a visit with Santa, who will take photos. Tickets are $10 per participant and is expected to sell out! The event is at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Dr., from 7:30-11 a.m.
SOLANA BEACH
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the the City of Solana Beach and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5431 as they host their annual Veterans Day Ceremony from 11 a.m.-noon on Nov. 11. Highlights of the celebration include The Camp Pendleton Young Marines as Color Guard, “Feathers from Heaven” Doves, the Santa Fe Christian School Band, and a special guest speaker who will address the community.
VISTA
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day! Join the city of Vista for its Salute to Service: Veterans Day Ceremony from 10-11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 367 S. Santa Fe Ave. There will be a salute from the City Council, guest speakers and a special presentation to honor veterans.
Nov. 16
Toy drive! Support the Vista Skatepark Coalition’s 14th Annual Holiday Toy Drive, which runs from Nov. 16-Dec. 14. The drive supports the children residing at Operation Hope. Please bring your unwrapped toy, game, book, or snack: mini cereals, hot cereals, fruit cups. Also needed: diapers/pull ups 2T-5T and developmental games for newborns to toddlers. For drop-off locations, visit here.
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Holiday bazaar! Check out the New Haven Holiday Bazaar from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Nov. 22 at 1126 N. Melrose Dr. The kids and their student-run businesses display handcrafted woodworking and holiday candy and treats. Admission is free.
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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