Top Oceanside Events Coming In February

OCEANSIDE, CA — February is stacking up to be a short and sweet month in Oceanside. Here are some of the favorite happenings coming up around North County.

Thursday, February 3rd - 5-8 PM
Public Safety Night at the Sunset Market
Come interact with your Oceanside Public Safety first responders at Public Safety Night at the Sunset Market! From 5-8 p.m. on Feb. 3, the Oceanside Police Department, Oceanside Fire Department, Oceanside Lifeguards and San Diego County Sheriff will be at the Sunset Market with vehicle displays, handing out items such as coloring books and stickers and sharing public safety information and opportunities to become part of our city’s safety team. Bring the whole family to this fun and free annual event and enjoy all the international eats, gourmet goodies, eclectic shopping and live entertainment the Sunset Market has to offer. Find out more

Thursday, February 10th - 5-9 PM
Sweetheart Sunset Market
The Sunset Market will transform into the Sweetheart Sunset Market with a variety of sweet treats, romantic gifts, international food vendors, live music and kids activities from 5-9 p.m. on Pier View Way west of Coast Highway.

Saturday, February 12 at 5 PM-8 PM
Wine, Cheese, & Olive Oil TastingArrowood Golf CourseTake your Valentine to our Wine, Cheese, & Olive Oil Tasting event! $35 per person. Includes...Heavy hors d'oeuvres, & tastings with Atrium Wine Brokers specialists.

Saturday, February 12 at 5 PM - SOLD OUT
Valentines Weekend Oceanside Harbor Wine Cruise
Join us for a 90-minute evening cruise aboard the luxurious Oceanside Adventures catamaran through beautiful Oceanside Harbor. The cruise features an appetizer platter and three tastes of wines from Beach House Winery. $49 per person/21 and over. Beach House Wine Club members save $4 per person at check-in. FREE PARKING. Limited to 35 guests. Reservations 888-507-1130 or online OceansideWhaleWatching.com

Editor's note: Oceanside Adventures has sold out its Feb 12th wine cruise, but is booking for the March 5th wine cruise.

VALENTINE'S DAY DINING GUIDE (Courtesy MainStreet Oceanside)

Valentine's Weekend at Pacific Coast Spirits (Feb. 11-13)
Pacific Coast Spirits has curated a special Valentine's Dinner for Two. Prefix menu available the weekend before Valentine's Day. Plan your romantic evening around warm fires and romantic ambiance with your choice of two appetizers, three entrees and two desserts. The grain-to-glass distillery and kitchen is accepting reservations beginning at 4 p.m. Guests will be seated with two complimentary glasses of Prosecco.

Valentine's Day at Carte Blanche (Feb. 14)
Carte Blanche Executive Chef Alex Carballo is preparing a Valentine’s Day 5-Course Dinner: Oyster & Caviar, Wagyu Beef Toast, Mole Verde Lobster Risotto, Whole Roasted Brandt Filet and Concha Bread Pudding. Dinner is $80 plus tax per person. For wine pairings, add $25. Seating is limited and reservations are required.

Valentine's Day at Orfila (Feb. 14)
Experience love at first bite with Orfila Tasting Room & Kitchen's Valentine's Day dinner from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy five courses with Orfila wine pairings: Five Spiced Duck Confit Crostini with 2017 Pinot Noir; Creamy Potato Bacon with 2019 Ambassador’s Chardonnay; Warm Spinach Salad with 2018 Benign Neglect ConFusion; Braised Lamb Shank with 2018 BDX; and Eggnog Cheesecake paired with 2018 Gewürztraminer Süss. To book for $95, email with a reservation time, number of people attending and indoor or outdoor seating.

Valentine's Day at 333 Pacific (Feb. 14)
Take in the view and dine your heart out with your Valentine at 333 Pacific. Treat your special someone to a fabulous three-course menu featuring Beef Wellington and Vegetarian Paella. Don’t forget something sweet – Red Velvet Cake for dessert! The Downtown Oceanside restaurant's Valentine’s Day menu is priced at $69.95 per person. For reservations, call 760-433-3333.

Valentine's Day at Frankie's (Feb. 14)
Spend Valentine’s night with Frankie's. Choose from two packages at 5 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Package 1, $65, includes table seating for 2, the option of charcuterie or dessert board, and two cocktails from the bar's special Valentine’s menu. Package 2, $95, offers booth seating for 2 ($20 for each additional person), champagne greet, charcuterie or dessert board, and two special menu cocktails. DM on Instagram to reserve.

LATER IN FEBRUARY

Tuesday, February 22nd through Sunday, February 27th
Oceanside International Film Festival
The 2022 Oceanside International Film Festival, Presented by Visit Oceanside, will take place at The Brooks in Oceanside, CA. OIFF 2022 will Kick-Off this Year with a Special Red Carpet Opening Night Event on Tuesday, February, 22 that you won’t want to miss.

Saturday, February 26, 2022 AT 10 AM – 4 PM
Drive-Thru Barnyard Zoo
We cannot wait to see you at Camp Pendleton’s first-ever Barnyard Zoo! Patrons will be able to view local farm animals at Lake O’Neill Peninsula from the safety of their cars. Animals will include, alpacas, llamas, donkeys, mini zebu cattle, mini ponies, and more* *List of animals are subject to change. Registration opens Feb 1 @ 9am! Free Tickets and Info

BEYOND OCEANSIDE

Saturday, February 5 - 8:30 AM – 12 PM
13th Annual Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival
6600 Hidden Valley Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92011
This year’s in-person event will include a patriotic skydive demonstration, live bands along route, DJ, warmups, dance contest, health and wellness vendors, Family Fun Festival with games, prizes, inflatable jumps, food, mini-therapy ponies, and activities for the entire family to enjoy. Prizes awarded to the top fundraiser individual and team.

FEB 5 AT 9 AM – FEB 6 AT 5 PM
Lunar New Year - San Diego Zoo
Celebrate good fortune this Lunar New Year, a holiday recognized throughout many East and Southeast Asian countries. 2022 is the Year of the Tiger—known for being brave, courageous, and generous. Discover safe and fun activities for the whole family, including authentic Lunar New Year good fortunes, your favorite Asian-inspired foods, and engaging experiences with wildlife care specialists and the iconic species you’re helping us protect deep within the Asian Rainforest. Learn more: sdzwa.org/lunar

FEB 4 - 5 pm-10 pm | FEB 5 - 11 am-10 pm | FEB 6 - 11 am-7 pm
17th annual San Diego Tet Festival 2022 at MIRA MESA COMMUNITY PARK (Lunar New Year) Attracting more than 25,000 people every year from all over the city, the 3-day celebration features free admission, a number of new attractions, activities, games, food and live entertainment, including, but not limited to, A-list Vietnamese singers and performers, lion dancing, firecrackers and some of our most popular programs, the Miss Vietnam of San Diego pageant, Step-Up Dance and Golden Voice Contest for cash prizes, Beer Garden with San Diego's Top Craft Beers. " Lucky Red Envelope" - Traditional Money Giving for Luck during Opening Ceremony with city councils, officials, and even the city mayor!

FEB 19 AT 11 AM – FEB 20 AT 4 PM
Chinese New Year Festival @ Balboa Park
House of China, San Diego
Come celebrate the year of the Tiger with House of China for New Year. There will be lion dance, food, entertainments, kung-fu, and crafts for the 2 days event.

Looking for even more things to do in Oceanside? The team at Visit Oceanside has the latest events and happenings for visitors and locals alike.

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