by The Editors on September 18, 2015
On Saturday, October 3, 2015 the Carlsbad Rotary will be hosting their 33rd Annual Oktoberfest in Carlsbad’s Holiday Park. Here are just a few of the beery details:
We’ll be serving up the tastiest brats and traditional German fare, along with healthier choices. And Oktoberfest wouldn’t be complete without bier, pretzels, und scrumptious Bavarian desserts. . . You’ll be entertained the whole day through with live music, pumpkin painting with the kids, photo booth, and our NEW costume contests!
To buy tickets click here. For all the other official details, please click the link.
[Link: Oktoberfest Carlsbad]
by The Editors on July 8, 2015
The Village of Carlsbad’s Flicks at the Fountain returns for its third summer and begins tomorrow night, Thursday, July 9th! The Carlsbad Village Association invites everyone to enjoy a journey to Neverland with the late Robin Williams, as Peter Pan, in Hook.
Sponsored by village merchant, Aranelle, Hook is the first of eight movies playing throughout the summer on Thursday evenings behind the Village’s prominent fountain at the corner parking lot at State Street and Grand Avenue. Paradise Pizza and Linda’s Yogurt & Deli will be on site to take your dinner order and will deliver right to your seat for al fresco dining. Or, visit one of many village eateries prior to the movie. Bring a low-back lawn chair, a jacket or cozy blanket, and your favorite movie snacks and spend a memorable evening in the village with your friends and family. Seating begins at 6pm; movie starts at dusk (approximately 8pm).
[Link: Carlsbad Village Association]
by The Editors on April 24, 2015
Señor Grubby’s, makers of our favorite fish tacos, and Seaworthy will hold their 2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo Parking Lot Party, on Saturday, May 2, 2015 from 2-6pm.
The event is free & open to the public, all ages are welcome; however, the team Olympics are designed for teams of 2 with players ages 21+. The parking lot games will consist of a putting green, corn hole, ladder golf, flip cup and inflatable slide included in the obstacle course. We will be awarding 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners with prize packages. . . There will be food, beverages, booths from local businesses, game area, inflatable slide, photo booth and music to create a fun environment & celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The beer booth will also be pairing up with Bloody Michaels Bloody Mary Mix to sample out tasty micheladas – a Mexican cerveza preparada made with beer, lime juice, and Bloody Michaels handcrafted gluten free bloody mary mix.
Señor Grubby’s is located at 377 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad 92008. For all the details, please follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on April 24, 2015
On May 16, 2015 the City of Carlsbad will turn Leo Carillo’s historic ranch into the Wild West Fest.
Wild West Fest is a free event and activity cards can be purchased for $6 for activities like pony and mechanical bull rides, souvenir photos with authentically dressed cowboys and cowgirls, and western themed crafts. . . Among the event highlights is the salsa contest, which is judged by Chili’s Encinitas, and features prizes for salsa taste as well as table presentation in the following categories: best overall, people’s choice, best presentation, funniest presentation, best fruit salsa, hottest salsa and originality.
For the official word from the City of Carlsbad, please follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on April 15, 2015
Carlsbad’s own action eyewear company Spy is holding its infamous annual Spy Belgian Waffle Ride and Fitness Expo on Saturday and Sunday April 25-26, 2015 all centered around San Marco’s Lost Abby Brewery.
The ride itself takes place on Sunday, April 26th and once again, it will be surrounded a two-day bicycle and fitness expo, kicking off at The Lost Abbey brewery in San Marcos, CA, which is also where the start of the race will be. . . Now in its fourth year, the SPY BWR is a grueling 229-kilometer, multi-terrain cycling race that began as a tribute to the beautiful and taxing rides staged in Belgium each spring. The course includes 11,000 feet of arduous climbing through the unrelenting hills of San Diego County and includes a relentless barrage of mud, dirt, single-track and water crossings. . . The Expo will include multiple food trucks from Gear Grinder Grill as well as more than 30 performance and sports related exhibitors.. . More than $10,000 in prizes will be raffled off, including bikes from Giant, Felt, Masi, Haro, as well as prize packs from lululemon. . . The family friendly festivities will also include an astro jump and bouncy house for children in attendance.
If you like bikes (and/or beer) then the Spy Belgian Waffle weekend is just for you. For more info, please click the link.
[Link: Spy Belgian Waffle Ride]
by The Editors on February 10, 2015
Mark your calendars. On Saturday March 7, 2015 the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad will host their 4th Annual Taste of Bressi Festival.
Prepare for an afternoon filled with craft beers, premium wines, food, live music, and more. Local vendors will be providing tastings of signature dishes and beverages, while guests soak up the sounds of great tunes. . . Featured wines will include ZioBaffa, Rombauer, Justin, Cakebread, Coomber, and Orin Swift. Our participating food vendors include Gregorio’s, Luna Grill, That Pizza Place, Rubio’s, Zen-sational Cheesecakes, and Kasi. . . The $45 Taste of Bressi Clubhouse Pass provides access to all restaurant nibbles and your choice of any 8 beer, wine or cocktail tastings. In between eating and drinking, explore the Clubhouse, play some games, and listen to some great local bands including Collin Elliott, Chris Moburg, Seedheads, Sol Remedy, and Tri Loc.
All proceeds will be benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. For the official word from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad follow the jump or click here for the 4th Annual Taste of Bressi Festival website. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on December 10, 2014
The streets of Carlsbad Village come alive on Friday night December 19, 2014 as part of a special Christmas edition of Friday Night Live featuring Christmas caroling.
Gather the family and enjoy this enchanting holiday presentation as you witness the sights and sounds that make this time of year so magical. Hot cocoa and cider will keep you warm as you briefly escape the holiday rush and swoon over performances by local crooners like Alan Land and Susanna Kurner with Adrian Demain on guitar. . . While you’re out, browse Village shops like The Beat Clothing and Lavender Blu in search of the perfect holiday gifts, or keep the holiday spirits flowing with a seasonal craft beer at 83 degrees. Village restaurants like Gregorio’s and Café Panini will also be ready for your post-caroling feast.
Friday Night Live runs from 6 to 8pm on Friday, December 19, 2014. Performance sites are located outside of Carlsbad Chocolate Bar on the corner of Carlsbad Village Drive and State Street and Viz Art Ink on the corner of Grand Avenue and State Street. Be there and get in the Christmas spirit.
by The Editors on January 17, 2014
Carlsbad is getting a new vegetarian, fast-casual, chain restaurant when Veggie Grill celebrates their grand opening on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at 965 Palomar Airport Road (in the Northeast corner of the Costco parking lot). The new location (in the mini-mall where Pat & Oscars used to be) will be the company’s 23rd restaurant and they’re giving out a few gift cards to celebrate the opening.
. . . the restaurant will thank every guest in line between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Jan. 22 with a $20 Veggie Grill gift card. Additionally, one lucky guest chosen at random will win “Veggie Grill for a Year.” . . . “Consumers are more aware of the nutritional benefits of clean eating than ever before and they’re looking for dining options offering delicious food they can feel good about,” said Greg Dollarhyde, Chief Energizing Officer for Veggie Grill. “The support from the San Diego community has been instrumental in our mission of giving guests a new way to eat well and engage in an active lifestyle.”
We’re not fans of chain restaurants nor fast-casual order-at-the-counter spots, but all-veggie food is all good (plus they serve “locally-produced craft beer and wine). So there’s that. For the official word from Veggie Grill follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on March 25, 2013
The New Village Arts Theatre has chosen Saturday, June 22, 2013 for their annual gala fundraiser. This year’s theme will be 60’s By The Sea: Celebrating Carlsbad In The 1960.
This year’s Gala is a celebration of Carlsbad culture in the 1960s, set against the backdrop of sunset over the gorgeous Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Besides dinner at the Lagoon Discovery Center, you will also have the opportunity to take home the best offerings of America’s finest city by bidding on our various silent and live auction items. Carlsbad doesn’t get any cooler than this. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tickets will be $280 per couple until April 12. Just use the code “PARTY” at check out. For more information, click the link.
[Link: New Village Arts]
by The Editors on September 11, 2012
Carlsbad Rotary’s Oktoberfest rolls out the barrels in Carlsbadistan’s Holiday Park on Saturday, October 6, 2012.
Presented by John Haedrich’s Tip Top Meats, the Oktoberfest will feature fun for the entire family including a pumpkin patch, beer, pumpkin decorating, beer, bouncy houses, beer, face painting, beer, Live music and dancing, beer, and an authentic German dinner and, or course, beer.
Dinner tickets ($10 each) are available at the event or in advance from Carlsbad Rotarians or at Al’s Cafe in the Village or Tip Top Meats. For all the details, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
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