The TGIF Concerts in the Parks have been a popular summer event series for many years in Carlsbad, offering 9 free outdoor concerts in 3 or 4 of our best… Read more »
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New Look at the Encina Power Station in Carlsbad
The Encina Power Station along the coast in Carlsbad has a new look, in case you haven’t noticed. Here’s a view of the station and smokestack taken in 2020 from… Read more »
Opening Day at the San Diego County Fair is Friday June 11, 2021
Guess what?! The San Diego County Fair is BACK in 2021, and Friday June 11th is the big day – Opening Day, that is! And many will be saying TGIF… Read more »
Art in the Village is Back – June 27, 2021 in Carlsbad Village
After being rescheduled, then canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic, this well-loved annual art event is back for 2021, taking place on Sunday June 27th. Art in the Village… Read more »
Makers Market Crafter’s Showcase in Carlsbad Village May 1, 2021
The Makers Market: A Crafter’s Showcase has been a popular repeat event in Carlsbad Village. They have expanded the event due to the popularity and the 3rd one of 2021… Read more »
2021 San Diego Restaurant Week Starts Today!
Starting TODAY San Diegans can dine on a wide array of food offerings with great prices at more than 90 restaurants all over San Diego as part of the 17th… Read more »
Sand Replenishment at the Carlsbad Beaches
The Agua Hedionda Lagoon is one of 3 lagoons in Carlsbad. Every 1 to 4 years since 1954 the Agua Hedionda lagoon has been dredged to remove excess sand that… Read more »
Here’s the Newest Carlsbad Art Wall Mural – March 2021
“Flow State” by local artist Taylor Gallegos, was just completed in Carlsbad Village, the 2nd Carlsbad Art Wall mural for 2021. [The sun was bright and making shadows so I’ll… Read more »
Le Papagayo Restaurant is Open in Carlsbad
You are likely already aware that the new Le Papagayo opened recently in Carlsbad Village in the former Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers location at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive. I announced… Read more »
Makers Market: A Crafter’s Showcase – Events in Carlsbad Village 2021
The most recent Annual Makers Market: A Crafter’s Showcase, sponsored by the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA), was held December 5th in Carlsbad Village. The popular event is growing, and will… Read more »
13th Annual Brasil Jazz Festa 2021
It’s not in Carlsbad, but you can still attend from the comfort of your family room. The 13th Annual Brasil Jazz Festa, will take place on Sunday February 28, beginning… Read more »
Carlsbad Flower Fields Open March 1, 2021
It’s hard to believe that it’s that time of year again, but our popular Flower Fields in Carlsbad CA will open to the public in a little over 1 week,… Read more »