2023 Holiday Showcase Makers Market ~ December 2 in Carlsbad Village ~ The 2023 Holiday Showcase Makers Market takes place on Saturday December 2nd from 9 am until 4 pm. This is the 7th annual event. The Holiday Makers Market has been a popular event in Carlsbad Village for a number of years. Because of popularity the Makers Market has expanded, and now includes multiple events during the year, along with the special one at holiday time. The Holiday Showcase Makers Market is FREE to attend. Certainly you’ll want to bring credit cards or cash for your holiday shopping. And don’t forget you can #ShopSmall at Small Business Saturday in the Village on November 25th Thanksgiving weekend. The Makers Market is held outdoors at St. Michael’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church. The Church is located at... 11/13/2023

Carlsbad Village Street Faire November 5, 2023 The Carlsbad Village Street Faire, a popular event for decades, returns to Carlsbad Village this coming Sunday, November 5th. The Faire is hosted by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire is reportedly the largest outdoor 1-day fair in the US. There is also a Carlsbad Village Street Faire held every May. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire runs from 8 am until 4 pm. That should be ample opportunity to enjoy the hundreds of vendors and shop to your heart’s content. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire takes place in the center of town, along Grand Avenue from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson. The Faire also spills over onto side streets, including State Street. (photo is from a prior art fair in Carlsbad.)  Be prepared... 10/29/2023

Taste of Carlsbad Village~ October 12, 2023 ~ The 6th Annual Taste of Carlsbad Village returns in 2023 to the Village on October 12th. So why announce this almost 2 months early? First, the Taste of Carlsbad Village is historically very popular, selling out quickly each year. And second, tickets go on sale September 4 at 9 am so you’ll want to get that on your calendar. Carlsbad food lovers will spend 3 hours on Thursday October 12th on a self-guided tour with map and Passport (the ticket), tasting their way around charming Carlsbad Village. So what is the appeal? Why, the opportunity to enjoy bite-sized samples from dozens of local popular restaurants. This is a terrific opportunity to check out eateries you don’t know or haven’t tried, plus enjoy your favorites, too! Here’s a list of ... 08/18/2023

2023 Carlsbad Art in the Village is June 25 Carlsbad art lovers should be pleased the 25th Annual Art in the Village Fair is coming soon, a few days after the 1st day of summer. This popular fine art event showcases around 115 local and regional artists, and takes place Sunday June 25th.  The fair runs from 9 am until 5 pm and attendance is free. Art in the Village takes place along State Street and Grand Avenue in the heart of downtown. Art in the Village is sponsored by the Carlsbad Village Association, and you’ll find new and returning artists. Artists are juried so you can expect high quality, and all artwork is handcrafted and unique.(Photo is from a prior art fair).  Carlsbad is well known for its 1-day art fairs. Whether you are an art lover and collector or not, strolling the Vi... 05/19/2023

Carlsbad Village Faire 2023 is May 7 One of the more popular arts and craft fairs returns to Carlsbad Village on Sunday May 7, 2023. The Carlsbad Village Street Faire is reportedly the largest outdoor 1-day fair in the US, other than its counter-part, the Carlsbad Village Faire in November. The Carlsbad Village Faire takes place from 8 am until 5 pm, so there should be ample time to enjoy over 800 vendors and shop all you want. The Carlsbad Village Faire is in the heart of the Village, along Grand Avenue from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson. The Faire spills over onto side streets as well. Given the number of vendor booths much of the public parking will not be available so plan accordingly. The Carlsbad Village Faire is pretty impressive. Having been a few times it’s not a cliché to sa... 05/04/2023

Hot Rods and Cool Treats in Carlsbad~ May 13, 2023 ~ The Hot Rods and Cool Treats Carnival will take place in Carlsbad Village on Saturday May 13th. This fun event is being held at the Pine Avenue Community Center and Park at 3209 Harding Street from 11 am until 2 pm. The event includes a number of fun activities for all, plus a classic car show. Classic cars must be 25 years of older and there will be awards in 11 categories. The contest was limited to 30 cars, and the event is now full. (photo is of a classic car at the Encinitas Classic Car Night event).  Come check out 30 classic cars and vote for your favorite – Best Interior, Best in Show, Best Paint, Kids’ Choice, and more. Cars can only win an award for 1 category but there should be lots of fun cars to ooh and aah over. Carniva... 04/28/2023

Earth Day Makers Market in Carlsbad Village 2023 The 1st Makers Market of 2023 takes place Saturday April 22 from 9 am until 4 pm. What a fun way to celebrate Earth Day! The event is hosted by the Carlsbad Village Association and co-sponsored by Pedego Electric Bikes. This is the 7th year for Carlsbad Village Makers Markets, with multiple events each year including one at holiday time. The Carlsbad Village Makers Market will be held in the north parking lot at 2938 Roosevelt Street in the heart of the Village. Pedego Electric Bikes will have their new eco-friendly electric bikes and go carts on display with staff to answer all questions. Pedego Carlsbad offers rentals as well as bikes for purchase The Makers Market is free to attend, and multiple artisans will showcase their creations. ... 04/17/2023