Whispers & Wonders of Oceanside: October 29 - November 4, 2024

Ready for a taste of Oceanside’s hidden treasures and lively happenings? Step into the enchantment of Kyoto Japanese Market, where each corner brims with Japanese delights and weekend BBQ magic. Halloween here? It’s more than just masks and mischief. Oceanside’s streets become an electric thread of tarot readings, rooftop parties, and shadows dancing at the Haunted Sunset Market. Set it off in style with revelry under the stars at The Rooftop Bar. And for those craving a local staycation, The Brick Hotel rolls out ANOTHER indulgent package with oysters, cocktails, and morning coffee that makes every moment feel like a celebration of Oceanside’s spirited core.

Come November 2, it’s all eyes on Frontwave Arena, where old-school grooves and vintage style collide. Freestyle Explosion is bringing the legends—Steve B, Lisa Lisa, Exposé, SHANNON—the icons who kept our radios lit with raw beats and unapologetic vibes. Each track a live jolt from the ‘80s and ‘90s, shaking Oceanside to its bones and launching memories into the open night sky like a cosmic jukebox tuned to pure nostalgia. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a love letter to an era that danced like no one was watching.

Hidden Gems

Ok friends, here’s a secret I hold close to my chest..... Stumble into Kyoto Japanese Market in Oceanside, and you’ll feel like you’ve brushed up against a slice of Japan, both cozy and packed with wonders. It’s not just a store but a treasure chest of teas, sake, sushi rice, and knick-knacks—a place where even the unassuming shelves seem to whisper secrets. Established back in 1968, it’s been kept alive by locals who know the magic of its rare finds, from frozen lotus root to handmade chopsticks, all carefully selected to bring distant tastes closer to home.

Here’s the twist: weekends, this place transforms. BBQ aromas fill the air, sushi rolls out fresh and fast, and the owners, like maestros of their craft, offer up bluefin poke bowls and BBQ that feels more like an invitation to a family feast than a meal. It’s all wonderfully imperfect, with every bite more satisfying than the last, a nod to true izakaya spirit, right here in Oceanside.

Prepare to have your mind (and taste buds) be blown—all crafted with such soulful precision it feels like you’re sharing a family meal, one deliciously imperfect bite at a time.

Address: 559 Greenbrier Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyoto_japanese_market/

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Not So Ordinary Scavenger Hunt
• Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• Location: Camp Coffee, 101 North Cleveland St Oceanside, CA
• Details: Your creative, nontraditional scavenger hunt begins at a scenic spot that's a local favorite. You'll get your digital quest from your live and interactive remote host. Then you’ll take off on your own to experience a wide variety of carefully curated locations in town. 

Trivia Night at Kilowatt Oceanside
• Time: 7PM - 9PM
• Location: 406 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 
• Details: Get down and nerdy at Kilowatt Oceanside with Trivia Tim for Trivia and Music Bingo! Prizes, Craft Beer, and food! Kilowatt’s kitchen will be serving Artisan Sausages & Dogs, Locally Sourced Ahi Poke Bowls, Ceviche, & shareables.

Bingo at Black Plague Brewing
• Time: 6PM - 8PM
• Location: 2550 Jason Court Oceanside, CA 
• Details: 

Live music at Coomber Craft Wines
• Time: 5:30PM - 9PM
• Location: 611 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 
• Details: An evening of live music with Rob Lamonica, food and wine! Seatings at 5:30 pm or 7:30 pm. Reservations are encouraged!

Comedy at Privateer Wood Fired Pizza
• Time: 7:30PM - 8:30PM
• Location: 1704 S. Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 
• Details: A fun night out for food, drink, and laughter!

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Skaraoke at Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill
• Time: 6PM - 11PM
• Location: 3617 Ocean Ranch Blvd #100, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Where the drinks are wicked, the food is hot, and the costumes steal the show! 

Family Feud at Black Plague Brewing
• Time: 7PM - 9PM
• Location: 2550 Jason Court Oceanside, CA 
• Details: Test your quick reflexes and knowledge at Family Feud Night. Remember space is limited! Come early, grab a beer and a seat, and brush up on your game night skills.

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Rooftop Yoga at Cococabana
• Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
• Location: 408 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA
• Details: When the barkeep’s away, the yogis will play! Join them for a feel-good flow at a favorite rooftop drinkery. 

Rooftop Halloween Party at The Rooftop Bar
• Time: 7:00 PM - 11:55 PM
• Location: 201 N Meyers St, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Get ready for a hauntingly elegant Halloween night inspired by the mysterious and quirky Addams Family! Dance the night away under the stars over their covered pool deck dance floor, sip on themed cocktails, and join the costume contest for a chance to win!

Farmer’s Market
• Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Location: Corner of Pier View Way and Coast Highway
• Details: Fresh fruit, vegetables and local vendors market.

Haunted Sunset Market
• Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Downtown Oceanside, Pier View Way
• Details: Experience food vendors, live music, and local crafts at this weekly night market.

Friday, November 1, 2024

First Friday Art Walk
• Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Artist Alley, Oceanside CA
• Details: Explore local art galleries, meet artists, and enjoy live music.

First Friday at Tremont Collective
• Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: 602 S Tremont St, Oceanside CA
• Details: Live music, art, food, drinks and giveaways. It’s a great place to spend an evening with friends and family.

Star Theatre Company Presents The Music Man at Star Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 402 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside CA
Details: The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.

Sip, Paint and Gaze at The Seabird
• Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
• Location: Seabird Oceanside Resort & Spa
• Details: Join a guided painting session with live music and drinks.

Live Music at Enzo’s BBQ Ale House
• Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Location: 4111 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA
• Details: They’ve got live music that’s sure to get people moving. From local bands to upcoming artists

Live Music at The Jazzy Wishbone
• Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Location: 234 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Enjoy drinks and live music… Jazz of course!

Saturday, November 2, 2024

Bike the Coast
• Time: 6:50 AM - Finish
• Location: Pier Amphitheater 301 The Strand N, Oceanside, CA
• Details: An all ages, all abilities ride down Historic Highway 101! 

Yoga at The Courts
• Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
• Location: Padel California, 222 S Coast Hwy
• Details: Tame your inner McEnroe with a tension-melting yoga sesh at Oceanside’s brand new padel courts.

Seventh Anniversary Celebration at Northern Pine Brewing Co. 
• Time: 12PM - 9PM
• Location: 326 N Horne St., Oceanside, CA
• Details: Special beer release and live music at 7pm by Aviator Stash!

Freestyle Explosion at Frontwave Arena
• Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
• Location: 3475 Hero St., Oceanside CA
• Details: Bringing together the legends of freestyle to blow your mind! Freestyle Explosion features the ultimate line-up including Steve B, Lisa Lisa, Exposé, SHANNON, Connie, Lime, Will to Power, Pretty Poison, and Nocera

Live Music at The Pour House
• Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Location: 1903 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Come to the Pour House and enjoy live music by great local bands!

Sunday November 3, 2024

First Free Sunday at Oceanside Museum of Art
• Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
• Location: 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside CA
• Details: OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from our community.

Open Deck at Sound by the Sea
• Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Location: 325 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Bring your best selection and give it your all for 30 minutes. It’s your DJ set!

Monday, November 4, 2024

Live Music at Coomber Craft Wines
• Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Coomber Craft Wines, 611 Mission Ave
• Details: Enjoy live music while sipping local wines.

Sunset Trivia at Belching Beaver Brewery
• Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00PM
• Location: 1334 Rocky Point Drive, Oceanside, CA
• Details: Come down to the Belching Beaver Brewery for a night of trivia games every Monday

STAY LOCAL Oceanside

The Brick Hotel in Oceanside is back with another locals only Staycation treat—this isn’t just a place to rest your head; it’s a building with a pulse, a place that’s worn a thousand faces since 1888. When the Aldrich family got their hands on it, they stripped back the stucco, breathed new life into the old bones, and wrapped the place in steel to brace it against California’s shivers. They transformed it, yes, but with reverence—keeping its quirks, its cracks, its memories intact.

Now, The Brick isn’t just a hotel but a local legend reawakened. Inside, the rooms are all custom-crafted, outfitted with repurposed history. And just steps from your door are Q&A’s chargrilled oysters and Cococabana’s rooftop cocktails, plus Stone Brewing’s neighborly taps. Here, you’re not merely booking a stay; you’re bedding down with the past while drinking in Oceanside’s finest.

The Brick Hotel has laid out a treat for the locals—a package that’s as inviting as it is indulgent. Use promo code STAY and dive into a night where you’re welcomed with cocktails at Cococabana, treated to a half-dozen oysters at Q&A, a beer flight from Stone Brewing, and a final nightcap at Frankie’s. And in the morning? Fresh coffee from Succulent Coffee awaits. It’s the kind of night where Oceanside feels like it’s spinning just for you, each spot on the list another beat in the rhythm of downtown.

Did we miss something?

As Oceanside’s Halloween festivities fade and November’s first light rolls in, there’s no better time to savor the community’s rich blend of history, spirit, and spontaneity. Whether you’re relishing the timeless flavors at Kyoto Japanese Market, soaking in the legacy of The Brick Hotel, or mingling at local events, Oceanside is a city that offers both stories and secrets at every turn. So here’s to the coming days filled with fresh discoveries, cozy gatherings, and unforgettable nights under the coastal sky. Until next time, keep your spirit open to the wonder that’s always waiting in Oceanside.

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Catch you next time—same ocean, same tide, new adventures.

Mark and Team