The best things to do in San Marcos

“Golf, tennis, and table tennis are on the docket at this country club offering dining and events.”

“Fairway-lined, tree-filled course offering lessons and amenities for all levels of players, plus a clubhouse.”

“Zoo attracts animal lovers of all ages with 350+ animals, a petting barnyard & a mini-train ride.”

“Country club offers tennis, swimming, a gym & youth camps & hosts weddings & other private events.”

“Scenic golf course with a driving range, pro shop, pub with a patio & 225-capacity events venue.”

“Historic, circa-1964 drive-in theater screens films on outdoor screens & hosts Swap Meet markets.”

“A. and California Collectives to zine workshops that dust off your inner maker. Perfect Redlands reset when you need fresh visuals and a little spark.”

From the Eastvale newsletter, August 5, 2026

“If your week needs wide-open headspace, The Santaluz Club delivers with a Rees Jones championship course threaded through native grasslands, panoramic views, and weekly golf events that keep the camaraderie real. Add the clubhouse spa and a full racquets and fitness scene, then call it balance.”

From the Carlsbad newsletter, August 7, 2026

“In need of a tiny mood reset between grocery runs and soccer drop-offs, the Irvine Spectrum Center Carousel delivers pure throwback fun with antique-designed horses and a whole menagerie to ride. Great for kiddos, sneaky nostalgic for grownups, and an easy add-on to your Spectrum errands.”

From the Garden Grove newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Swap your usual hang for a neon-bright round at GLO Mini Golf, where indoor mini golf, arcade games, immersive escape rooms, virtual reality, and console gaming all live under one roof. Easy pick for a spontaneous weeknight laugh with friends or a kids’ party that plans itself.”

From the Redlands newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Miramar Memorial Golf Course pairs a regulation 18 with a legit practice setup... full driving range, chipping and putting greens, short-game area, and a clubhouse with a proper pro shop. Ideal for sneaking in nine or sharpening wedges before league night.”

From the San Diego newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Vin de Syrah nails that subterranean, New York-meets-Paris vibe with friendly wines by the glass, proper cocktails, and sneaky-good cheeses and desserts. Book a tasting, catch DJs or a live band, maybe even a tarot reading, then toast to escaping the Gaslamp chaos for a bit.”

From the San Diego newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Par-71, 18-hole golf course with tree-lined fairways plus a driving range & practice facilities.”

“When you need an easy win with the crew, Castle Park Golf & Games nails it with four whimsical 18-hole mini-golf courses, over 20 rides, a brand-new arcade, and Buccaneer Cove to cool off, making it the kind of low-planning, high-smile afternoon Redlands folks actually repeat.”

“Movie theater on a heated outdoor patio with lounge chairs shows a mix of new & classic films.”

“Golf club featuring an 18-hole course, plus a restaurant & practice facilities with a bunker.”

“Venue where students learn and practice the basics of parkour.”

“Movie theater chain, offering state-of-the-art sound & projection technology.”

“Lively adobe-style area featuring shops and restaurants, along with historic buildings, plus museums devoted to early California history.”

“Set in a natural valley, this 18-hole executive golf course also features a footgolf course and a disc golf course.”

“Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.”

“Airy, outdoor rooftop cinema offers local brews & elevated snacks from retro-style counters.”

“Upscale rooms & villas at a posh golf retreat with various dining options, a spa & an outdoor pool.”

“UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas-Hazard Center keeps it fresh with a rotating slate of showtimes, special and unique events, plus D-BOX motion seats and reserved seating. This week, swap couch scrolling for the big screen and let someone else curate your fun.”

“National amusement center chain featuring mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats & arcade games.”

“Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.”

“Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.”

“Golf course designed by William Francis Bell with a driving range, putting greens & clubhouse.”

“Family-friendly, Sesame Street-themed amusement park with rides, waterslides, parades & shows.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Vintage beachfront thrill ride, with a track reaching 75 ft in height & a maximum speed of 48 mph.”

“An 18-hole, public course set around a huge reservoir, with a grill restaurant in the clubhouse.”

“Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Year-round golf with scenic views, plus a clubhouse used for events.”

“Swap the same-old group hang for Game Show Studio San Diego, an immersive, host-led showdown with crowd favorites like Survey Showdown, Wheel of Wonder, and Tic Tac Trivia. Grab your Encinitas crew this week, pick your teams, and chase buzzer-bragging rights.”

“Designed for all skill levels, this 18-hole, par-3 public golf course offers a pro shop & disc golf.”

“Amusement center featuring trampolines, dodgeball, basketball, and a restaurant.”

“Championship golf course at an upscale hotel with a pro shop & popular terraced grill restaurant.”

“State-of-the-art wind tunnel facility offering indoor skydiving experiences to people of all ages.”

“Historic site featuring the city's first packing house and a number of eateries.”

“Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.”

“Elegant, landscaped setting for golf, weddings and other events, plus buffet, and helpful staff.”

“Tennis, basketball and baseball facilities, plus a playground and a pool. Kids birthday option.”

“Stylish movie theater featuring plush reclining seating and at-your-seat dining (brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert), plus a full bar and patio heaters.”