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Carnival Rides Tamale Festival Music & Dancing Picnic Areas Games Chili Cook-off Vendors & Food Beer Garden Car Show Farmers Market & more! We’re excited to announce our lineup of events for the 75th Anniversary. Lineup of events for Western Days 2025 The Western Days Festival is located at the Valley Center Community Hall & Park 
28246 Lilac Rd.
, Valley Center. Friday, May 30, 2025 ◦ Western Days Festival 
Locals Night! 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Support Local. 
Local Bands & Local Businesses. ◦ Guns & Hoses Chili Cook-off 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 5 p.m. -10 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds Saturday, May 31, 2025 ◦ Western Days FFA Pancake Breakfast 6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 29115 Valley Center Rd. 
 ◦ Valley Center Trails 5k Fun Run 8:30am-9:30am 
Along the parade route 
 ◦ Western Days Parade 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Along Valley Center Rd. Start at Cole Grade Rd. End at Lilac Rd. 
 ◦ Western Days Car Corral – Car Show 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Festival Grounds
 ◦ Western Days Festival 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Festival Grounds Sunday, June 1, 2025 ◦ Western Days Tamale Festival 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. @ Festival Grounds ◦ Western Days Carnival (rides) 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds Visit: Valley Center Western Days Festival & Parade Valley Center Western Days on Instagram and Facebook

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A new cultural tradition is coming to East County! On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Downtown El Cajon will debut Artivál, East San Diego County’s first-ever arts festival. The free, open-air celebration brings together local creatives, musicians, food and drink vendors, and the community to highlight the city’s cultural identity. Held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the heart of Downtown El Cajon at Main & Magnolia, the free festival kicks off the summer season with a vibrant showcase of more than 50 artists and makers, interactive installations, live music, and gourmet food trucks. For those 21 and up, East County Arts Association has curated a ticketed Wine & Beer Garden experience that adds an elevated experience with tastings from local wineries, craft brew, and beverage brands. Artivál’s mission is clear – to transform Downtown El Cajon’s public spaces into a living canvas, spark cultural dialogue, and create lasting access to the arts in a part of San Diego that’s long been underserved by creative programming. Featuring a dynamic lineup of visual and performing artists, from rising talents to veteran creatives, Artivál celebrates the full spectrum of local artistry across disciplines and cultures. FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS · Art Walk (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): A vibrant outdoor gallery featuring local and regional artists across diverse mediums. · Food Trucks (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): Flavor-packed bites from East County’s favorite mobile kitchens. · Wine & Beer Garden (Noon – 6 p.m.): Guests 21+ can sip and relax with beverages JuneShine, Flying Embers, Burning Beard Brewery, The Tap Truck East San Diego, Granite Lion Winery, Fog Wine Co., and Snake Oil Co. · Live Music (Noon – 6 p.m.): - Cassie B (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.): High-energy pop, funk, and soul. - Kimba Light (2:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.): Latin, funk, and Afro-Caribbean fusion. EVENT DETAILS WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2025. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. WHERE: Main & Magnolia, El Cajon, CA 92020 TICKETS: FREE Entry Wine & Beer Garden: - 10 Tastings Tickets - $45.00* - 5 Tastings Tickets - $25.00* *Tasting = 1 Ticket *Full Pour = 2 Tickets Cocktail Tickets: $15 each Wine & Beer Garden Tickets and Cocktail tickets will only be available for purchase onsite (cash or card). Wine & Beer Garden Tickets will be sold at the entrance within the fenced garden, while Cocktail Tickets will be sold at Belly Bar next to Snake Oil Canopy. To learn more, visit www.artivalsandiego.com. “El Cajon is one of the most diverse cities in the county, and yet, East County has never had an arts festival to call its own,” said Chris Berg, Marketing & Engagement Manager for the City of El Cajon and Downtown El Cajon Business Partners’ Board Member. “Artivál is our way of creating a new tradition for the community and visitors to experience the city’s creativity. Plus, the sun is always shining in El Cajon in June!”

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This community event is focused on sharing our rich culture, uniting residents, organizations, and businesses. Building community spirit and enhancing community pride and spirit. The event will feature Mariachis groups and dancers from the Vista Unified School District, information booths by community organizations, a Pinata Corner, Margarita and Beer Garden. And even will crown a Little Miss & Mr. Cinco de Mayo, to enter bring the kids dressed and winner will be selected by a $1 per vote and money will be donated to a children’s organization. We want to thank the City of Vista as co-sponsor of event, Vista Education Foundation, Kiwanis Club of Sunrise Vista, Vista Chamber of Commerce, Vista Unified School District, Tideline Partners, Pepper Tree Frosty, Epi & Virginia Tapia, Balloons & More, Children’s Paradise, Garza Paving, Prohibition Brewing Company, Primo’s Food Mart, Calfino Tequila, Foundation Mixtecos Unidos, Panderia Don Felipe’s, and more. Visit: https://www.thevistapress.com/cinco-de-mayo-celebrate-vista/

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