2026 Vista Strawberry Festival 🍓 | | |
Get ready Vista, the sweetest day of the year is almost here!
The 2026 Vista Strawberry Festival is back and bigger than ever, bringing thousands of visitors to Downtown Vista for a full day of family-friendly fun, local flavor, and community pride.
🍓 450+ Vendors (we're expanding this year)
🍓 Carnival rides of the whole family
🍓 5K & Kids Runs, registration now open!
🍓 Live Entertainment
🍓 Beer Garden with local brewers!
🍓 Contests for all ages
+so much more!
Save the Date
SUNDAY, MAY 24 | 8:00AM - 6:00PM
DOWNTOWN VISTA
| | Food vendor spots are sold out and we're close to selling out in other categories. Find more information and sign up here. | | The Velocity Summer Internship Program is a partnership with the Vista Unified School District. | | Velocity Summer Internship Program: Applications Now Open! | |
• The Velocity Summer Student Internship Program is open to incoming high school seniors, graduating class of 2027.
• Students must live in Vista or attend a school that's part of the Vista Unified School District.
• The Vista Chamber of Commerce covers the interns' pay for up to 100 hours.
• Businesses must be members of the Vista Chamber of Commerce.
Student application deadline: Sunday, April 5 at 11:59pm.
Business application deadline: Friday, April 10 at 11:59pm.
| | Welcome New Vista Chamber Members! | | | | | Razor-Cut Art with a Heart at MOD Hair Salon | |
Casey Brookshire, owner and operator of MOD Hair Salon in Downtown Vista, is dedicated to creating a personalized experience for every client while actively giving back and staying engaged in the local community.
Learn more about MOD Hair Salon in the Spring issue of Vista Magazine, read now here.
| | Wear Your Vista! - Official Merch | |
We’re so excited to share this fresh line of tees, hats, totes, and more — all designed to celebrate the place we love and the community that makes Vista shine. 💙
Whether you’re repping your hometown pride or hunting for the perfect local gift, this collection is made for you. Shop online and show off those Vista vibes!
Shipping now available!
SHOP NOW
| | | | | We Want to Hear From You! | |
It's extremely important for us to hear from our members and from the community on what we're doing right.
Please take a minute to leave us a review here.
| | | | Government Affairs Meeting - March 5 | |
Joe Vacca, Community Development Director, and Mike Ressler, City Planner, will provide an overview of the Vista General Plan Update and take questions and input from the committee.
When: Thursday, March 5 | 12:00 - 1:30pm
Where: The Film Hub | 170 Eucalyptus Ave.
Register here.
| | | | Business Mixer - March 11 | |
Catch up with fellow Vista Chamber Members and meet professionals from all over North County to make new connections.
When: Wednesday, March 11 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Rancho Grande El Toro | 825 Williamston St.
Register here.
| | | | Rising Star Fundraiser - March 17 | |
Help support our Rising Star of the Month Program by joining us for our Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A! A portion of your purchase will support the scholarship program. Show the flyer at check out.
When: Tuesday, March 17 | 5:00 - 8:00pm
Where: Chick-fil-A Vista | 475 Hacienda Dr.
| | | | Vista Young Professionals: Happy Hour - March 18 | |
Connect and catch up with fellow young professionals in the area in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Know someone on your team who would enjoy this? Share the invite and encourage them to join in!
When: Wednesday, March 18 | 5:00 - 7:00pm
Where: Misadventure & Co. | 2420 Grand Ave.
Register here.
| | | | Regional Civics Bee Competition - March 21 | |
Nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
When: Saturday, March 21 | 12:00 - 4:00pm
Where: AVO Playhouse | 303 Main St.
| | | | Education Committee Meeting: Dr. Bronner's Tour - March 24 | |
Join us this month for a special tour of Dr. Bronner's manufacturing facility in Vista.
When: Tuesday, March 24 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Where: Dr. Bronner's | 1335 Park Center Dr.
Must pre-register to attend. Register here.
| | | | Business Bites - March 25 | |
Enjoy their delicious food while meeting and connecting with business professionals in the community. Don't forget to bring your business cards!
When: Wednesday, March 25 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Where: Albertacos | 601 Sycamore Ave.
Register here.
| | | | City of Vista General Plan Update | |
The City of Vista is excited to present the final of the three-workshop series for the 2050 General Plan Update. Open House meetings will he held at each district and will be identical to each other. Three meetings will be held in English and one meeting will be held in Spanish. La traducción al español estará disponible en todos los talleres.
Monday, March 2
District 3 - Vista Innovation Center (English)
836 Olive Ave., Vista, CA 92083
6:30 - 8:00PM
Tuesday, March 3
District 1 - Linda Rhoades Recreation Center (Spanish)
600 N Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084
6:30 - 8:00PM
Wednesday, March 4
District 2 - Gloria McClellan Senior Center (English)
1400 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista, CA 92084
6:30 - 8:00PM
Thursday, March 5
District 4 - Hyatt Place Vista (English)
2645 S Melrose Dr., Vista, CA 92081
6:30 - 8:00PM
| | | | $5.5 Million in Scholarships Now Available to San Diego County Students | |
The San Diego Foundation Community Scholarship Program offers more than 150 scholarships to local students attending four-year universities, two-year colleges, or graduate or vocational schools. Scholarships are available for graduating high school students; undergraduates; those attending graduate, medical or professional school; and adult re-entry students.
How to Apply
- Deadline: March 4, 2026, by 2 p.m. PST
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Application: SDFoundation.org/CSA
- One application connects students to more than 150 donor-funded scholarships
- Eligibility: San Diego students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or career training programs
Students with questions about the Common Scholarship Application, please reach out to Scholarships@SDFoundation.org.
| | | | Misadventure & Co. Weekly Events | |
When: Dates & time varies
Where: Misadventure & Co. | 2420 Grand Ave. Suite C
Learn more here.
| | | | Woman's Club of Vista Friendraisers | |
When: Friday, March 6 | 11:30am - 1:00pm
Where: Location TBA
Learn more here.
| | | | Burgeon at The Grove 2nd Anniversary Weekend | |
When: March 6 - 8 | 12:00pm
Where: Burgeon at The Grove | 501 S Santa Fe Ave.
| | | | Machine Print Shop x WELD Mfg. Popup | |
When: Friday, March 6 | 1:00 - 2:30pm
Where: Machine Print Shop | 2820 La Mirada Dr.
Learn more here.
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When: Every Saturday | 8:00am - 12:00pm
Where: San Diego County Courthouse | 345 S Melrose Dr.
Learn more here.
| | | | EZ Express Laundry is celebrating 15 years in Vista! | |
When: Saturday, March 7 | 11:00am - 2:00pm
Where: EZ Express Laundry | 1461 N Santa Fe Ave.
Family-friendly afternoon featuring music, free food from local neighbors, raffle prizes, and community celebration.
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When: Saturday, March 7 | 3:00 - 8:00pm
Where: AVO Playhouse | 303 Main St.
Learn more here.
| | | | Boys and Girls Club of Vista 16th Annual Diamond Ball Gala | |
When: Saturday, March 7 | 5:00 - 10:00pm
Where: The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa | 5480 Grand Pacific Dr.
Learn more here.
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When: Saturday, March 14 | 10:00am - 4:00pm
Where: California State University San Marcos | 333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd.
Learn more here.
| | | | WRC Presents: A Night at the Oscars | |
When: Sunday, March 15 | 4:00 - 8:00pm
Where: Del Mar Racetrack | 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.
Learn more here.
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