What's Happening Oceanside? Best Things To Do This Weekend

OCEANSIDE, CA — There are so many things to do in Oceanside it can be hard to choose. Here's our Patch pick of the best things to do this weekend.

Final Weekend: A Christmas Carol. A Radio Play, Brooks Theatre
Oceanside Theatre Company Presents a Holiday Classic, A Christmas Carol. A Radio Play at the Historic Brooks Theater Dec. 10-19

Special! Dinner &Theatre Holiday Ticket: Friday and Saturday
We've partnered with one of Oceanside's best new restaurants, Piper, at the Seabird Resort. Enjoy a family style dinner before the show - seatings at 5 pm and 5:30 pm - with fresh handmade pastas and garden-to-table delicacies in a cozy California-coastal setting just off the beach.

Then take a short walk to the Historic Brooks Theater for our 4th Annual Holiday show, with live music and Carolers. Get tickets

2022 Artist Alliance Biennial
This juried exhibition at OMA will feature a cross-section of the most noteworthy artwork from the museum’s talented Artist Alliance members. Artwork will be on view in the large ground floor Gleason Gallery.

The exhibition will open to the public on December 18, 2021, and will be available to view during the museum's operating hours (Thursday-Saturday, 11-5 and Sunday, 11-4).

Oceanside Historical Society books and photos sale
Saturday the 18th from 10:00 am till 2:00 pm. Get a piece of Oceanside History at the Oceanside Historical Society books and photos sale. There will also be Historic US Highway 101 and other signs and items for sale at the corner of Coast Highway and Pier View.

Free Pictures with St. Nick @ New Song Community Church
Jolly old St. Nick is coming to our Carlsbad campus for free pictures with the kids! Stop by for your photo and enjoy story-time, crafts, hot cocoa and more. December 18, 2021 from 10:00am - 1:00pm.

Oceanside Holiday Dining Guide 2021
The Holidays are a time for family, togetherness, and joy. The holidays also bring about a little bit of stress and a long list of things to prepare for, whether it be gifts to buy, hotel reservations to make, or food to cook. With so much to do, sometimes having to make a Christmas or New Years meal can fall to the bottom of your list. If you are considering ordering out this holiday season here are some of the fantastic Oceanside restaurants that will be ready to serve!

Things To Do Nearby Oceanside

8th Annual Winter Wonderland
Play in real snow, enjoy holiday-themed drinks and treats at Santa’s Corner Café, holiday crafting activities led by professional teaching artists and browse for gifts from local artisans. Presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18 @ 3:00 PM

Holidays at LEGOLAND
Your favorite holiday characters Santa and the Toy Solider are back along with The Gingerbread Man! There’s a 30-foot, fully decorated LEGO® Christmas tree with over 400 LEGO ornaments that gets a-twinklin to holiday tunes at the Holiday Light Show and enjoy falling “snow”.

Jingle Terrace Park
The City of Vista's annual drive-thru event features holiday-themed light displays along the driving loop in Brengle Terrace Park. Visitors will be captivated by the displays of holiday lights depicting many of Vista’s special and unique amenities.

The 13 Best Neighborhoods To See Christmas Lights In San Diego
Just because it doesn’t snow in San Diego and the temperature rarely drops below 60 degrees, it doesn’t mean that San Diegans don’t know how to get into the holiday spirit! In fact, there are multiple neighborhoods known for their stunning light displays that you’ll want to add to your holiday to-do list. View our top 13 picks to view Christmas lights in San Diego County.

S.D. Christmas Dining Deals & Restaurant To-Go Specials 2021

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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