Fun

Main Street


Clay N’ Latte
Pottery painting, parties, classes
Glass fusing : Create your own glass masterpiece!
Impressions: hand and thumb print keepsakes

Pricing includes info on
Half Price Wednesdays and
Military Mondays

Weekdays 11am – 9pm
Saturday 10am – 9pm
Sunday 10am – 6pm

20 Main St.


Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas                 Facebook
Cinépolis has 4DX as well as regular theaters. A 4DX theater features moving seats, spraying mist (optional), and special glasses that provide the effect of three dimensional viewing. Pretty cool!

Click on a movie show time to purchase tickets and choose seats. Or purchase tickets at the kiosk in front of the theater.

The Junior auditorium has a play structure, two slides, and a playpen area. Kids get to play before the show starts and during the intermission.

The entrance hall is now a video arcade. Anyone can enter and play or buy snacks.

$5 Movies
Classic films, special concert events, documentaries, seasonal favorites, and more.

25 Main St.


Cold Stone Creamery
Ice Cream Made Fresh
shakes, fruit smoothies, ice cream cakes & pies
Signature CreationsTM…     Birthday Cake Remix
Our Strawberry Blonde, Banana Caramel Crunch
Cheesecake Fantasy, Apple Pie a la Cold Stone
Berry Berry Berry Good
Mud Pie Mojo, Delicious Dirt, Cookie Minster

Create Your Own Creations
with AlmondMilk frozen dessert option

Pickup includes above items plus ice cream cakes, ice cream pies, ice cream cupcakes, mini catering, sundaes, banana splits, shakes, smoothies, ice cream cookie sandwiches

Daily 11 am – 10 pm
Friday & Saturday to 11 pm
30 Main St.       across from Cinépolis Cinemas


Little Cakes Kitchen                 Delivery
Two Time Cupcake Wars Winners!!!
Cupcakes, custom cakes, desserts for special occasions
Red Velvet, Vanilla, German Brownies
Lemon Meringue, Holiday, Cheesecakes
Carrot Cake, Vegan & Gluten free options
Brownie 3-pack, future orders

Daily 11 am – 7 pm
Friday & Saturday to 8pm * Sunday to 5 pm
30 Main St.

4/23/2023
Recently they had a dozen of the cutest variety of little cupcakes all ready to go in sets for $19.99… which I picked up for a friend’s birthday. They say… baked from scratch. Too adorable.


Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream                 Menu
Local flavors       4 scoop sampler
Vanilla, Mint Chocolate Chip with Flakes
Salty Caramel Truffle, S’mores
Praline Pecan, Vanilla with Oreos
Cotton Candy, Monkey Business, Taro
Coconut Caramel Delight, Blue Monster
Strawberry Cheesecake Chunk
Ice Cream Sandwich, Hurricane
Handel pops, Vegan Mango Sorbet
Lime Sherbet, Watermelon Ice
Dogsters (for dogs)

Daily Noon – 10 pm
Friday & Saturday to 11 pm
(hours are seasonal)
207 Main St.


AVO Playhouse                 Facebook
Theater available for rent for community events. Moonlight Youth Theatre productions can be found here.
303 Main St.


Vista Village Gazebo
Free 24 hours
Main St. & Michigan Ave.

Vista Village


The Wave Waterpark
Water slide, lazy river, competition pool, simulated wave, little kids area. Surf Spot Grill offers snow cones, pizza & more. Hiring 16+ years old.

Waterpark Calendar shows the waterpark mostly open June through August 8… then weekends until September 28.     Friday Night Splash is 4-8pm on select dates (yellow triangle).

Swim lessons April through September.

Wanna have a swim party?         Birthday parties
Cabanas are available for rental.         Park Rentals

Tickets and Season Passes
Rentals, Swim Lessons, Surf Camps

School’s Out Promo June 9, 10, & 11
discounted rate for teachers and students for this special event

101 Wave Dr.


Discover Vista Village
Main Street & Downtown Vista
events like Vista Rod Run, Winterfest, Christmas Parade,
Taste of Vista, Fright Night on Main St., Mariachi on Main,
Vista Night Out


Vista’s Broadway Theater
340 E. Broadway — parking lot across the street

Tickets / Seating Chart
Tickets: (760) 728-1002 or (760) 505-6839

Walking Distance to Main Street


Skateparks
400 N. Santa Fe at Orange Ave.
510 N. Santa Fe at Connecticut Ave.


Civic Center Park
This park has some California Natives and other low water plants, trees, & bushes. One of the reviews describes a fun game to play there.

Up the hill next to the
Vista Library and Vista Civic Center.


Vista Library                       Events               Hours
700 Eucalyptus Ave.

Downtown Vista


Downtown Vista Events Calendar
DowntownVista.org

Vista


The Vista Press – Calendar


Activities for Kids
City of Vista


Moonlight Theater         video
Awesome musical theater with outdoor seating
Most shows are on summer evenings.

A few weeks before Christmastime, there was a free
event there for a few weeks… Jingle Terrace. It was too fun.

All year round they usually have something coming up… including July 4th fireworks show (get tickets early because they sell out).

The menu at Moonlight’s Bread & Cheese Eatery features a veggie grilled cheese – delicioso!

Right in the center of Brengle Terrace Park
1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista         directions

This year at the Moonlight Theater…

2024 Season
…not Mondays/Tuesdays
Sep: Tootsie (R) 9/11-28
Oct: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! 10/11-19   (Moonlight Youth Theater)

October: Disco featuring former members of the Village People

Tribute bands
October: Taylor Swift, Oingo Boingo/Elfman


Alta Vista Botanical Gardens                 Facebook
8-5 weekdays   |   10-5 weekends
$5 adults $3 kids   |   Parking nearby

Grow Getters
10am – Noon   |   First Sunday of each Month
Join in with our horticulturist Lois Walag and learn more about propagation and potting plants.

Yoga in the Gardens

Rent the garden   |   Weddings
Volunteers wanted

Dogs allowed but not in the ponds.
Only on non-festival days?

Top of the hill
Brengle Terrace Park
1270 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista


Alta Vista Botanical Garden
A True Hidden Gem in Vista

“The North American Butterfly Association
and the National Wildlife Foundation
have certified Alta Vista Gardens.”

TR Robertson
The Vista Press


Second Saturdays at Alta Vista Gardens……
Kids in the Garden Classes 10am – Noon



Healing Garden Oasis
“*Due to the City of Vista Covid-19 guidelines mask are required at paint tables. Members from the same family will sit together at paint tables.”

9/16/2024
Is child masking still being promoted
on the Alta Vista Gardens website
in September of 2024?

Aren’t these gardens owned
by the City of Vista?

Is the Vista City Council
ultimately responsible
for the guidelines?

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The REAL Story of “Covid”

Mask-Wearing Child Abuse

Not Safe, Not Effective
376 Ways That
Face Masks Are Known
To Harm The Wearer

New Study Finds Pathogenic
‘Pneumonia-Causing’ Bacteria
In Kid’s Masks

More than 170
Comparative Studies and Articles on
Mask Ineffectiveness and Harms



Brengle Terrace Park
Ball fields, basketball court, pickleball court, tennis court, horse shoe pits, bocce ball court, volleyball court, rest rooms, play area, Jim Porter Recreational Center, Alta Vista Gardens, Moonlight Amphitheatre.
1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista

Pickleball
the Fastest Growing Sport in America

“Anyone from 5 to 95 can play and have fun.”
Brandon Mackie, co-founder of Pickleheads

The Vista Press


Vista to add 8 pickleball courts
North County Pipeline



Fun Things to Do
Jim Porter Center, Senior Center, Culture Caravan
Softball, Zumba, Jazz Hip Hop, Karate
Line Dancing, Ballet, Parent’s Night Out
Learning for Kids, Pickleball, Pizza
Tea, Tennis, Yoga
City of Vista


Gloria McClellan Senior Center
Open weekdays 8 am – 3:30 pm

Newsletter features lunch calendar, events calendar
Fun activities include bingo, mahjong, bridge, knitting, painting, craft club, movies, puzzles, music, walking
Culture Caravan Travel Program

Next to Brengle Terrace Park
1400 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista

First Friday of each month…

Vista Garden Club
back building at the Senior Center
visitors welcome


Parks
Hiking Trails
City of Vista


Rancho Buena Vista Adobe

This captivating wedding video shows off the Adobe. And, in this video of an Adobe wedding, the photographer talks about photography technique.

Info at City of Vista.com
Weddings & Private Parties
Adobe Days School Field Trips

640 Alta Vista Dr. — across from Vista Civic Center


Vista Historical Society & Museum
at Rancho Minerva
760-630-0444
Wed-Thu-Fri 10 am – 2:30 pm
2317 Old Foothill Dr., Vista


BOOMERS Vista
miniature golf, bumper boats, laser tag, batting cages
Johnny Rockets – on-site restaurant
birthday parties, events
1525 W. Vista Way, Vista


Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
Open 10am–4pm. Closed Monday/Tuesday.
Exhibit FAQS… model railroad, clocks, blacksmith, weaving/spinning
2040 N Santa Fe Ave., Vista


Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve         video
11.6-acre wildlife sanctuary and native plant garden
Binoculars available for birders of all ages to borrow.

Free Saturdays 9am – Noon

Closed July through October
Also closed during rain, extreme fire danger or heat, or other uncontrollable conditions.
See Anstine Facebook page for updates.

Registration recommended.
angona@sandiegoaudubon.org (858) 273-7800 anstine@sandiegoaudubon.org

2437 Hutchison Street — near Rancho Guajome Adobe

Local


The Star Theatre
402 North Coast Highway, Oceanside


Sunshine Brooks Theater     •     Events Calendar
217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside


Oceanside Museum of Art                       Events
704 Pier View Way

This year at the Oceanside Museum…

Free First Sunday of each month
Noon – 2pm

OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays to join in Art For All, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from our community.

These informal drop-in workshops are open to all ages. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided free of charge, while supplies last.


7/13/2019
Cuisine, Culture and Cool Beach Vibes in Oceanside
HEY SOCAL


6/23/2023
Oceanside, SANDAG, and Visit Oceanside
Bring Back ‘gO’side’
Electric Shuttle Service
TIMES of SAN DIEGO


Oceanside Sunset Market
5pm – 9pm Thursday evenings all year round
(weather permitting)
food and music street fair with street vendors
featuring Dorothy’s KidZone with children’s activities
Pier View Way near the beach


Museum of Making Music                 Events
5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad


Batiquitos Lagoon
Speaker Series Second Saturday each month
10:00 am at the Nature Center
7380 Gabbiano Ln., Carlsbad

More info at Hidden San Diego
Dog-friendly, kid-friendly, free
Mon-Fri, 9:00-12:00 Noon // Sat & Sun, 9:00-3:00
Hike:3.2 mile out and back trail


South Lake Park

The park includes a mile-long hiking trail around the lake, idyllic spots for fishing, and a small parking lot.

975 Sunstone Drive, San Marcos

Related:
San Marcos Parks & Facilities Directory


Take a Hike
San Marcos’ New South Lake Park
Tecolote Canyon’s Battle Trail

“There is a small parking lot at the entrance to the lake. But take note that there are only two benches for sitting and no restroom facilities. Dogs are allowed on leashes.

Fishing is allowed at the lake with a valid license. Local wildlife include freshwater fish in the lake, including bass and bluegill, along with Western Pond Turtles and various species of ducks. The area is also visited by deer, rabbits, racoons, bobcats and coyotes.”

Luis Monteagudo Jr.

TIMES of SAN DIEGO


5/10/2023
How to Stay Safe on San Diego Trails
Expert tips on avoiding outdoor dangers like mountain lions, poisonous plants, and other hazards
San Diego Magazine

Related:
A wolf sighting in Del Mar?



3/7/2024
Mountain lion spotted on camera
prowling streets of downtown Oceanside
Police

Avoid the mountain lion and
report the sighting to the Oceanside police immediately
by calling 760-435-4911

7 San Diego


Parks and Recreation             facebook
County of San Diego

trails
camping
fitness & recreation
weddings & special events
corporate events


The Welk             tickets
Musical theater and concerts at this family friendly resort
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr., Escondido

This year at The Welk…

Shows… Anthony the Magic! in December

Tribute bands… Elvis, Creedence Clearwater Revival, ABBA, Neil Diamond, Tom Petty, Eagles, Huey Lewis, Beatles


California Center for the Arts                 calendar
340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido


Fallbrook Music Society


Safari Park         video         facebook
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd., Escondido

“The San Diego Zoo and the Safari Park are open every day of the year, rain or shine, including ALL holidays!” — FAQ

Seasonal Events

February Seniors Free!

“The entire month of February is Seniors Free month at the Safari Park…

Guests age 65+ with valid photo ID receive a complimentary 1-Day Pass ticket to the Safari Park. This includes Africa Tram* and all regularly scheduled experiences* (*subject to availability). Parking not included.”

Roar & Snore Safaris
a sleepover adventure at the Safari Park


Legoland

60+ rides, shows and attractions for ages 2-12
LEGOLAND Hotel is in the Resort
Legends of Chima 4D™ Movie Xperience

Water Park with slides and a lazy river where you can build your own LEGO themed raft.

Next-door is SEA LIFE® Aquarium with undersea creatures, and interactive discovery zones.

1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad


3/23/2023
WATCH
Legoland California unveiled a
LEGO model of San Diego
to Miniland U.S.A.
abc 10 NEWS SAN DIEGO



The Flower Fields
at Carlsbad Ranch®
Mar 1 – May 12
5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad

Related video at TIMES of SAN DIEGO


5/10/2023
North County is Alive With The Sound of Music
From emo to punk to folk,
musicians in North County are turning up the volume
San Diego Magazine


Encinitas Arts & Culture Events


Del Mar Fairgrounds
(858) 755-1161
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar


Things to do in Del Mar
SanDiego.com


6/12/2023
‘Women in the Wild’
County Parks, Rec Using Fair to Foster
Journeys Outdoors
TIMES of SAN DIEGO


6/19/2023
A Weekend in Julian
and Points Beyond
Part 1
North County Daily Star

Related:
More pies than people
Julian, Calif., is a Gold Rush town saved by apples

A California town, known for pie
also hides an underground day trip


Ocean Beach Dog Beach
“dogs can roam off-leash”
SanDiego.com


OB Beach Cam
OB Calendar
Ocean Beach Mainstreet Association


San Diego Zoo

Seasonal Events

zoo weather

2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego


THERE SANDIEGO

The Big List Of Things To Do
In San Diego This Weekend

16 Romantic Date Ideas in San Diego
That Aren’t Going to a Restaurant

17 Amazing Road Trips From San Diego

12 Things to Do for the Holidays
That are Uniquely San Diego


7/31/2023
How to Babymoon in San Diego This Summer
Our list of the best places around the city for an unforgettable and relaxing escape before baby arrives
San Diego Magazine


2/17/2023
Considering getting into bird watching?
San Diego experts share top local spots and tips.
The San Diego Union-Tribune

Related…
I stopped for coffee. Instead I learned all the
local birding hotspots and events in San Diego


San Diego Natural History Museum
1788 El Prado, San Diego       directions


Fleet Science Center
Science Museum and Planetarium in Balboa Park
10 am – 5 pm

Documentary in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater
Space Gallery, Studio X, Kid City and many more exhibits
Color In A New Light
Deep Sky IMAX Documentary

Corporate Events, High School Dances
Birthday Parties, Sleepovers

1875 El Prado, San Diego


Cross Border Express                 facebook
Your Convenient Gateway Between Mexico and the US

An enclosed pedestrian skybridge that spans the U.S./Mexico border, connecting directly to the Tijuana Airport

2745 Otay Pacific Drive, San Diego

California


12/5/2023
Pixar Fest with Daytime Parade Headline
Disneyland Resort’s 2024 Slate of Special Events
TIMES of SAN DIEGO


4/18/2023
Colorful Photos Capture
California’s Dazzling Superbloom.
BuzzFeed.News

Related:
8 Less-Crowded Places to See Wildflowers



5/15/2024
Check out this under-the-radar wildflower spot
while you still can
Los Angeles Times

Related:
California’s desert bloom comes alive
on nature’s schedule


1/25/2024
Park View
Beginner Hikes in 2024
The Conejo Guardian

Related:
Cycling for Beginners
Getting Started in 2024


8/4/2024
Our favorite California lakes that aren’t Tahoe
SFGATE

Related:
The stench at California’s biggest lake keeps getting worse

The idyllic lake where Truckee locals go to escape tourists
It’s on a historic route settlers traveled during the Gold Rush


9/1/2023
One of Calif.’s biggest water parks is hidden on a farm road near Sacramento
SFGATE


8/30/2023
Ignore the weird name
This Calif. lake may have the Sierra’s best swimming
SFGATE


6/1/2024
Monaco billionaire strikes deal to grant public access to
Big Sur property with breathtaking views
Los Angeles Times

International


12/26/2023
Nayarit
a tiny gem with stunning views
in western Mexico
The Coast News


Crossword Puzzle