Family events in Escondido, CA

A weekly Standard-format Pokemon tournament features Constructed decks and a $6 entry fee. Prize support is casual, with store credit added to the prize pool per participant and awarded to the top players. The tournament is run by a Pokemon Professor. These Standard tournaments take place every Monday with prize support.

Little ones can sing, dance, and move along with Kathryn the Grape at a free community dance party designed for young children. The program pairs music with interactive movement activities that support learning and play. Presented with support from Mershops North County and held at North County Mall, it offers family-friendly entertainment for the community.

Experience Blood on the Clocktower with a storyteller guiding the action as players take on hidden roles and try to determine who is aligned with good and who is working for evil. The evil team thrives on confusion and misdirection to pave the way for a demon’s triumph. The good team collaborates, shares clues, and pieces together the truth to stop the demon first. No prior experience is required, and newcomers can jump right in. Suitable for all ages. Food will be available from Ned’s Poke.

Double Peak Challenge celebrates outdoor recreation with a trail experience that climbs to North County’s highest summit, offering wide open views along the way. Participants can choose a timed 10K, an untimed 5K run or walk, or a kids trail trot. Awards will be presented for overall and age categories. A pre-race cardio warmup and stretch helps everyone get ready, there will be plenty of aid stations on course, and professional photographers will capture the action. Every finisher receives a custom medal. After the race, explore the expo and enjoy the beer garden featuring Michi Brewing, a San Marcos brewery. Proceeds support the San Marcos community through Friends of San Marcos and the Boys and Girls Club of San Marcos.

Meet beloved storybook characters during weekly meet and greets filled with photo opportunities and playful games. Each week brings a fresh theme with activities that could range from an upbeat sing along to a fun scavenger hunt. A Royalty Card rewards program lets visitors collect a stamp every Sunday, and filling the card with five stamps provides an entry to win a magical prize. Admission is free and open to the public.