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Top Oceanside Events Happening In July

Mark Your Calendars for Fireworks Show, Outdoor Concerts, Samoan Cultural Celebration, Watermelon Festival and more happening in July.

OCEANSIDE, CA — July is stacking up to be an event-filled month in Oceanside. Here are some of our favorite happenings coming up this month.

First Friday: Art Walk & Music at the Museum
Celebrate the thriving arts and culture scene in the heart of downtown Oceanside. The First Friday Art Walk will showcase live performances, jewelry, pottery, crafts and pop-up art galleries showcased in local businesses and public spaces.
When: Friday, July 1, 2022, 5pm-9pm
Where: Downtown Oceanside - 311 N Tremont St Oceanside, CA 92054

First Free Friday with Music at the Museum: Taryn Donath Duo
Explore the exhibitions at Oceanside Museum of Art and stay for the music as First Friday Art Walk extends into the night at OMA with two-time San Diego Music Award winner, Taryn Donath and drummer Matthew Taylor. Running the gamut from 60’s soul to jazz and swing, to funk and Latin to straight up boogie-woogie! These talented performers demonstrate their chemistry through improvisation and true spontaneity.Foodies by Sonia. Cash bar and food sales are available beginning at 5:00 PM. Music starts at 6:00 PM. Book early to secure your VIP tables!
When: Friday, July 1, 2022, 5pm-9pm
Where: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054

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Oceanside Fireworks Celebration July 3
The City of Oceanside will host an incredible fireworks display on Sunday, July 3, 2022, at SoCal Sports Complex at El Corazon to celebrate Oceanside’s 134th birthday. Fireworks will begin at 9:00 p.m. This year's event will feature live entertainment, a family fun zone, a picnic area, and food vendors. The SoCal Sports fields are located at 3300 El Corazon Drive. Parking will be available at the SoCal lot for $12 per car and free parking will be available at the Ocean Ranch Business Park. RV's and buses are not permitted. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Details
When: Sunday, July 3, 2022, 5:30pm-10pm
Where: SoCal Soccer Complex at El Corazon, 3300 El Corazon Drive, Oceanside CA 92054
More Info: Oceanside Fireworks Show

Outdoor Concert at Mission San Luis Rey
Join Mission San Luis Rey for a “kick-up-your-boots” fun evening of music and dancing at the Mission Pavilion to some of your favorite country tunes from Savannah. All ticket prices include one drink ticket. Table seating includes an appetizer platter. Drinks and light snacks will also be available for purchase.
When: Friday, July 8, 2022, 6pm-8:30pm
Where: Mission San Luis Rey, 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92054
More Info: Outdoor Concert at Mission San Luis Rey

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Samoan Cultural Festival July 9
The Samoan Cultural Festival is back at the Jr. Seau Pier Amphitheatre where everyone is welcome to learn and enjoy the Samoan Culture. This year's event will have food vendors, merchandise, and live traditional Samoan music & dancers. Additionally, an international Cup Stacking Competition will be held in the Junior Seau Beach Community Center at 11:00 am.
When: Saturday, July 9, 2022
Time:11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Where:Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre, 300 N. Strand, Oceanside, CA, 92054
More info: Samoan Cultural Festival

The Tony Suraci Trio at Brooks Theatre July 9
The Oceanside Theatre Company presents The Tony Suraci Trio with Heather Nation, Live at the Historic Sunshine Brooks Theatre on Saturday, July 9 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: 217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA
More info: The Tony Suraci Trio

Concert In The Park - July 15
Join the Friends of Oceanside Parks for a free country music concert featuring Brett Payne with opener Savannah Kay. Food trucks will be on site!
When: on Friday, July 15
Time:5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Jim Wood Park (4701 Mesa Drive, formerly known as Rancho Del Oro Park).

Pirates of Penzance at Star Theatre July 15-24
Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs in musical theatre history. A fresh take on one of Gilbert and Sullivan's most popular comic operas, this updated version of The Pirates of Penzance took New York by storm when it premiered in Central Park in 1980, leading to a subsequent smash-hit Broadway run. Rated: PG.
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Mo's KPop Summer Beach Fest - July 16
~Mo’s Kpop Summer Beach Fest 2022~Join us for a BTS “Dynamite”/NCT Dream “Hello Future”/TXT “Blue Hour” retro theme kpop party on the beach!
Date and time: Sat, July 16, 2022, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM PDT
Location: Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre

Watermelon Festival at Mellano Farms
Join Mellano Farm Stand for Watermelon, Watermelon, and more Watermelon! Their fields are packed with ripe, sweet, juicy watermelons. Visitors will enjoy delicious food, live music, local vendors, crafts, tractor rides & strawberry u-pick, sunflower u-pick, and of course the farm stand will be full of flowers and produce including watermelons!
When: Saturday, July 16 – Sunday, July 17, 2022, 10am-4pm
Where: Mellano Farm Stand, 5750 North River Rd, Oceanside, CA 92057
More Info: Watermelon Festival

Movie in the Park: Encanto
Presented by Oceanside Parks and Recreation Department. The Movies in the Park series continues on Friday, July 22. Join us at Mance Buchanon Park (425 College Blvd.) as we present ENCANTO! The movie presentation will start around dusk (7:45 p.m.). Don’t forget your chairs, blankets and snacks!
When: Friday, July 22, 2022, 7pm-9pm
Where: Mance Buchanon Park, 425 College Blvd, Oceanside CA 92054
More Info: Movie in the Park: Encanto

Every Thursday Farmer's Market + Sunset Market
Discover eclectic items from 200 artisans and merchants at San Diego County's top weekly food and music street market. Enjoy one-stop shopping and dining with hot food from around the world, plus live music, kids activities and more.

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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