This weekend in Vista, CA

Set at San Elijo Hills Park, this community run highlights the joy of trail adventure with a course that climbs to North County’s highest vantage point and offers far-reaching views. Participants can choose a timed 10K challenge, a 5K untimed run or walk, or a kids trail trot. Overall and age group awards will be presented, and every finisher receives a custom medal. Guided cardio warm up and stretching help participants get ready, aid stations are available along the way, and professional race photography captures the experience. After crossing the line, explore the race expo and relax in a beer garden featuring San Marcos brewery Michi Brewing. Event proceeds support Friends of San Marcos and The Boys and Girls Club of San Marcos.

A free weekend workout series created for active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families, Country Strong is presented with support from the Daniel Ferguson Memorial Foundation. Saturday sessions are hosted by Wholly You Fitness and Sunday sessions take place with Reins Therapeutic Horsemanship, with both gatherings held in Fallbrook. Each workout is built by veteran coaches representing multiple branches of service, focusing on functional fitness, connection, and real encouragement. All experience levels are welcome, from seasoned athletes to those easing back into movement, in a setting that leaves judgment at the door and celebrates progress. Expect purposeful training, a supportive community of people who understand the demands of service, and a chance to finish feeling renewed in both body and spirit. Families and friends are welcome, and the program honors the commitment of those who serve.

This event offers a morning of mindfulness, meditation, and gentle movement designed for adults ages 55 and up. It is presented by The Escondido Creek Conservancy as part of Wellness in the Watershed, a new four-part series at Mountain Meadow Preserve. This session focuses on breathwork with Susan Tuttle. Each two-hour gathering takes place at the Swenerton Education Center, a scenic outdoor classroom and event space where participants take part in guided wellness practices led by skilled instructors, with the sights and sounds of nature all around. Attendance is free, but advance registration through Eventbrite is required and space is limited. The series is generously funded by the Prebys Foundation.

Explore the annual craft fair in the Game Room at Rancho Vallecitos Mobile Home Estates, where 33 vendors will offer a wide range of handcrafted goods. It is a convenient place to find distinctive gifts for everyday use as well as the holiday season. Purchases can be made by cash, check, or Venmo.

This chapter gathering at Charlie's Family Restaurant welcomes guests. Everyone can order breakfast from the menu and pay individually, followed by a short business meeting and a brief time of devotion. After the meeting, the group sets off on a group ride focused on fellowship. The route typically spans 100 to 200 miles at a mutually agreed, safety-minded pace. All riders and all bikes are welcome, and guests traveling in cages can take part too.

Settle into an oceanfront yoga session at South Ponto Beach, where the sound of the waves sets a calming pace. Move through a practice designed to increase strength, balance, and confidence while grounding your feet in the sand and breathing in the restorative sea air. This class welcomes all levels and offers a one of a kind coastal experience that leaves you feeling refreshed in body and mind. A pink yoga flag marks the location. Bring a yoga mat, an extra large towel to layer under your mat to keep sand at bay, any props you like to use, a water bottle, and sunscreen. Pricing is $20 for a single visit or $150 for a 10-class punch card.

Global Conservation Force hosts an annual World Rhino Day celebration and conservation fundraiser that turns trading card and collectible sales into real-world impact for endangered species. The gathering welcomes wildlife supporters, families, advocates, businesses, and neighbors for a full day of activities, learning, and giving back. Guests can explore vendor booths featuring donated trading cards, collectibles, and special items, with proceeds directed to conservation programs. Friendly competition is part of the fun, including a mini golf challenge with prizes and bragging rights, along with a silent auction offering wildlife-themed items, experiences, artwork, gift baskets, travel opportunities, and more. Each admission includes one raffle entry, and additional tickets can be purchased throughout the day. Food, snacks, and beverages are available, and shave ice offers a cool treat. Shoppers can find official Global Conservation Force merchandise, apparel, gear, educational materials, and exclusive event items. Throughout the venue, conservation videos highlight work with wildlife rangers, conservation K9 teams, anti-poaching operations, rehabilitation efforts, and education initiatives around the world. Education booths share insights about rhinos, elephants, pangolins, giraffes, snow leopards, and other species supported by GCF programs. Door prizes appear throughout the day, and hands-on stations invite all ages to learn about endangered wildlife, ranger training, K9 teams, anti-poaching strategies, rehabilitation, and community education. Additional games, activities, vendors, exhibits, and displays will be announced as the event approaches. Participants can amplify their impact by fundraising in advance. Individuals and teams receive a personal fundraising page and link to share with friends, family, coworkers, and community groups. Donations made through participant pages are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law and directly support GCF’s conservation work. Fundraisers compete for recognition and prizes, with top teams and individuals honored during the celebration. Every contribution helps support wildlife rangers, conservation K9 units, anti-poaching efforts, rehabilitation programs, education outreach, and rhino conservation projects worldwide. Proceeds from admissions, raffles, auctions, merchandise, food, collectible sales, sponsorships, and participant fundraising power Global Conservation Force programs operating across Africa, Asia, Central America, and beyond. Attendance supports frontline conservation professionals while helping protect some of the world’s most threatened animals.

Explore Fox Point Farms on a guided weekend tour led by farm ambassadors. Ride the tractor train around the property, spend time with the animals, and see how regenerative methods bring food from seed to harvest. Hear about what is growing now and the care that goes into each crop, then help cut down on waste by offering overripe vegetables to the animals. Along the way, discover the many hands and hooves behind the farm’s micro-economy, including growing, brewing, coffee roasting and making, cooking and baking, herbalism, and community events with live music. The experience mirrors weekday tours, with the addition of the tractor ride, and runs throughout the day on Saturdays and Sundays. No advance booking is needed, and tickets are sold on site.

A guided walk through a regenerative farm offers a close look at how food is grown for the community. The tour visits three productive gardens, many types of medicinal herbs, and an orchard with over 650 fruit trees. Farmer Rich shares how regenerative and permaculture methods build healthy soil, grow nutrient rich food, and support a healthy farm ecosystem. Guests can gather practical ideas to use in their own gardens. It is a chance to experience a working regenerative farm, ask questions, and enjoy a beautiful morning outdoors.

Meet adoptable dogs at Petco in Encinitas and help match them with loving homes. The event highlights several ways to support: adopt to provide a forever home, foster to help a dog get adopted faster, stop by to give the pups attention, or lend a hand as a volunteer. Friends and families are welcome, and every bit of support helps these dogs on their way to a brighter future.

At Petco in Oceanside, adoptable rescue dogs and puppies will be available for meet and greets. Guests can spend time with the animals, offer them attention, and get to know their personalities while exploring adoption. There are other ways to help as well, including fostering to provide short term care that speeds a dog’s path to a permanent home, or volunteering at the events to support the adoption effort. Friends and families are welcome to come along and help more dogs find the loving homes they deserve.

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Discover the annual craft fair at Rancho Vallecitos, featuring 33 vendors showcasing their handmade creations. Browse a friendly marketplace designed to help shoppers find fresh and distinctive gifts for everyday needs and the holiday season. The fair is held in the Main Clubhouse at Rancho Vallecitos Mobile Estates, with payments accepted by cash, check, and Venmo.

Enjoy an event centered on Weiss Schwarz with a $6 entry fee.

Bonneville 7 appears inside Pour House Oceanside for an evening built around happy hour and dancing. Pool tables are available, the kitchen is serving, and the bar is fully stocked with a team ready to pour.

Led by vocalist Kasey Coe, Straight Jazz No Chaser delivers a smooth and sophisticated sound to San Diego County’s jazz scene. Settle in for an al fresco dinner as the band blends timeless selections from the American Songbook with folk and roots favorites.

Knowhere hosts the Godzilla Card Game. The entry fee is $6.

Doors of Change marks 25 years of service to youth and young adults facing homelessness with its 25th Anniversary Concert of Hope at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. The celebration brings together music and community to honor this milestone, featuring The Pettybreakers with a tribute to Tom Petty in support of the cause. Ticket prices start at $29, and with help from corporate sponsors, every dollar from ticket sales supports the mission.

Hololive has a new home at Knowhere, where games are available for participants. Admission is $6.

A men’s indoor soccer matchup between USA and Mexico, part of the Continental Cup, will be held at Frontwave Arena. This event welcomes attendees of all ages.

Explore Fox Point Farms on a guided tour that highlights its regenerative growing practices and animal care. Meet the animals and see how food is brought to life. Tours include a ride on the tractor train, with a farm guide sharing what is being grown and how it is tended. Guests help reduce food waste by offering overripe vegetables to the animals. The experience also introduces a network of on-site enterprises that includes growing, brewing, coffee roasting and making, cooking and baking, herbalism, and live music and community events. No advance booking is required, and tickets are available for purchase at the farm.

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.

This monthly gathering centers on connection and intuition, beginning with a networking circle where participants can share offerings, upcoming events, workshops, businesses, and creative projects, so bringing flyers and business cards is encouraged. A semiannual Energy Fest follows, featuring contributions from community members with a sign up process in place. After the program there is a plant-based potluck, and attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share. Participation is free, giving and receiving are welcomed at no cost, and everyone is welcome to take part with openness and curiosity.

Experience a free Sahaja Yoga Meditation session at Calavera Hills Community Center in Meeting Room 101. The gathering begins with a guided practice to help settle into a calm, thought-free awareness and feel more present. A concise introduction to Sahaja Meditation follows, with time for questions, plus simple balancing techniques and guidance for building an at-home routine so participants can continue practicing and reinforce the benefits. Chairs are available, and attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes that slip off easily. Sahaja Yoga Meditation offers a distinctive approach rooted in Self-realization through the awakening of the Kundalini, cultivating deep inner silence and joy while easing unhelpful thoughts, anxieties, and worries. Established in 1970 by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, Sahaja Yoga is a non-profit initiative that is offered free across the United States and in more than 100 countries.

Riftbound Nexus Nights have moved to Knowhere, featuring games played in a Best of 1 format. The entry fee is $6.

Knowhere now hosts sessions for the Riftbound card game. Players meet to play and connect with others who enjoy the game.

Paul and Brian appear at O'Sullivan's Irish Pub & Restaurant Escondido. The announcement notes that clocks have changed for the summer season.