Family events in Vista, CA

Spend a weekend exploring Fox Point Farms aboard the tractor train on a guided tour that builds on the weekday experience with a ride through the fields. A farm ambassador leads the way, sharing insights into regenerative growing practices and what is being grown, with chances to meet the animals. Guests can help cut down on food waste by offering overripe vegetables to the furry residents. Along the route, discover how the farm’s micro-economy comes together across growing, brewing, coffee roasting and making, cooking and baking, herbalism, and live music and community events. No advance booking is required, and tickets can be purchased on the farm.

Enjoy a free kids live music performance featuring Kathryn the Grape at North County Mall. The show offers an upbeat, interactive experience for children and their families in Center Court on Level 1.

This low cost veterinary clinic offers vaccinations, testing, microchipping, nail trims, and more, along with professional teeth cleaning for dogs and cats. No appointment is needed for veterinary services other than teeth cleaning. Teeth cleaning requires an appointment arranged through the local store. Care is provided in partnership with Advanced Pet Service, a team of veterinarians and technicians who visit the store to deliver these services. Individual vaccines and bundled packages are available to help keep pets healthy at an affordable price.

Line dancing comes to Fox Point Farms in Encinitas with an open, all-ages atmosphere that welcomes complete beginners and seasoned dancers alike. Brief lesson sessions are offered multiple times so newcomers can pick up steps and regulars can refresh their moves. After each lesson, enjoy social dancing, and feel free to request favorite songs to keep the energy going.

Kathryn the Grape leads a complimentary community dance event at The Shoppes at Carlsbad, where young children sing, move, and learn through interactive, educational music and movement. Supported by The Shoppes at Carlsbad in the spirit of family-friendly entertainment.

Frontwave Arena hosts a free summer carnival as part of the Frontwave Arena Summer Series presented by True Care. Families and community members can look forward to an afternoon of colorful fun with games, music, and entertainment for all ages. Try classic favorites like plinko and cornhole, enjoy face painting and inflatables, and capture memories at photo spots. Lively music, family-friendly performances, mascots, and raffles add to the festivities, with plenty to engage kids while parents relax. Food and drinks will be for sale, including popcorn, cotton candy, hot dogs, and other treats that complete the classic carnival experience.

Kathryn the Grape leads a free, community dance event featuring interactive, educational songs and movement for young children. Supported by Mershops North County to promote family-friendly entertainment.

At Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, parents and their teens ages 12 to 17 can share a summer spa day centered on connection, relaxation, and a touch of luxury. This limited-time seasonal experience pairs adult treatments with teen-friendly care, creating time to unwind together. Each admission includes a 50-minute service for adults, with a choice between the La Costa Custom Massage or an OSEA custom facial, plus a 50-minute facial designed for teens. Guests receive daylong access to spa amenities, an Eminence skincare session, lunch at the Spa Café with one entrée and a drink that can be a Bellini or a non-alcoholic option, free valet parking, and a special gift to take home.

At Fox Point Farms, golden hour turns into an easygoing evening of live music on the lawn with plenty of space to unwind. A rotating group of local musicians sets the mood as the sun dips behind the fields, with sounds that span 60s folk and southern rock, flamenco influences, and pop rock. Guests can settle onto the grass and may use their own chairs or blankets while taking in the views. Food and drink are available across the farm, including Huerta Taco Stand, Fox Point Pizza, Harvest Market Café bites, and the Haven Farm + Table restaurant. Harvest Market and the Farm Bar feature specials such as $10 margaritas and $5 rotating Fox Point Brewing Co. beer. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Family friendly fun includes giant Jenga and cornhole, and tractor-train rides offer a playful loop with stops to meet and feed some of the animals. Dogs are welcome on the lawn when kept close and on a leash, though they are not allowed in the farm or garden areas. All ages are welcome.

Ticket To Ride brings a high-energy celebration of The Beatles, pairing faithful vocals and musicianship with period costumes and vintage instruments. The set highlights beloved songs across the catalog, with a few unexpected moments along the way. With experience touring globally and sharing stages with notable artists, the group delivers a polished show that appeals to fans of every generation. Expect a vivid return to the 1960s filled with music, memories, and full-on Beatlemania. When you purchase a ticket to a show at The Bornemann Theatre, it supports individuals with special needs and the families who stand beside them through TERI Campus of Life in Greater San Diego. For more than 45 years, this organization has offered specialized programs and services, and its mission-driven venues and businesses, including The Bornemann Theatre and TERI Common Grounds Café, welcome the community while fostering inclusion and celebrating all abilities.

Soccer Shots brings its summer season to Poinsettia Community Park with engaging, age-based soccer classes for children ages 2 to 8. Young players are introduced to the game in a lively setting that builds comfort with the ball, from learning to use their feet and dribble to understanding simple rules, all reinforced through playful activities and encouragement. For preschool and early elementary ages, sessions use imaginative games to practice core skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting while also highlighting character qualities such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. For older participants, the Premier level emphasizes individual technique, fitness, and sportsmanship, offering appropriate challenges through team play and a gentle introduction to competition. The season centers on learning, confidence, and fun so children can stay active and grow on and off the field.

At Petco in Oceanside, this adoption event features rescue dogs and puppies looking for caring homes. Attendees can meet and interact with the animals, learn about adopting or fostering, and find opportunities to volunteer at the event. Families and friends are welcome, and every visit, foster placement, volunteer effort, and adoption helps these pups move closer to a home of their own.

A friendly dog adoption event at Petco in Encinitas focuses on matching dogs with permanent homes and recruiting foster families. Attendees can meet adoptable dogs, spend time petting and playing with them, and explore fostering to help dogs get adopted faster. There are also opportunities to volunteer and support the effort. Participation in any of these ways helps move these pets into caring homes.

An affordable mobile pet vaccine clinic sets up at Pets Plus in Escondido, offering convenient, walk-in care for dogs and cats. Services include vaccinations, microchips, flea medication, and more. No appointment is required. Please bring dogs on leashes and cats in secure carriers. Pricing details are available on the organizer’s website, and questions can be directed to 1 (800) 988-VETS.