-Fourth Annual-
Fall Festival
Saturday October 17th 2026
12-7 PM
Parking Lot #6 on Lawson Blvd (across from the VFW)
7-10 PM
The party continues at 7:00 PM on the back deck of the VFW
with live music by Westlake.
Now in its 4th year, the Oceanside Fall Festival brings together families, local vendors, live music, delicious food, kids’ activities, and more—all to celebrate Oceanside and support the community.
Schedule of Events
The Main Stage is the place to be! Unless otherwise noted, all scheduled activities will take place there, with music throughout the festival from DJ Pace.
Festival
Opening
12:00 PM
VFW Color Guard and the National Anthem performed by an OHS student.
Meatball Eating
Contest
12:30 PM
Think you can handle the heat? Cheer on our contestants as they race to become the Fall Festival Meatball-Eating Champion! Sponsored by Sal's Prime Meats.
Pat's Dance Studio
Performance
4:00 PM
Enjoy a high-energy performance by the talented dancers of Pat’s Dance Studio!
Meet Lightning McQueen & Friends!
12:00 - 3:00 PM
Weidner Ave.
Stop by for photos with Lightning McQueen and friends—a fun Fall Festival photo opportunity for the whole family!
Matt Wahl
Live
1:00-4:00 PM
Enjoy live music from Oceanside favorite Matt Wahl!
A Witch's Brew
Live
4:30 -7:00 PM
Something magical is brewing!
Live music from A Witch's Brew.
Hangout One
Happy Place
12:15 PM
Enjoy a special performance by One Happy Place, an inclusive nonprofit that brings together young adults of all abilities through dance, art, fitness and friendship.
Pizza Eating
Contest
2:30 PM
Cheer on our contestants as they race to become the Fall Festival Pizza-Eating Champion! Sponsored by Bonbino's Pizza.
Pie Eating
Contest
5:45 PM
Cheer on our contestants as they race to become the Fall Festival Apple Pie-Eating Champion! Sponsored by Front Street Bakery.
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Westlake
Live
7:00 -10:00 PM
The party continues with Westlake! Live on the VFW back porch.
Games & Entertainment
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Live Music
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Kids’ Crafts & Face Painting
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Pumpkin Patch
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Food Eating Contests
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Local Vendors
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Food Trucks
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Raffles & Prizes
Food Trucks
Join us at the Fall Festival where we welcome a diverse array of food and beverage trucks, offering delicious options for all tastes. If you’re a food truck owner or vendor interested in participating, we’d love to have you.
Vendors
Be a part of the Fall Festival and showcase your products and services to Oceanside!
This annual event draws a large crowd eager to explore. Whether you offer handmade crafts, specialty items, or delicious treats, our festival provides the perfect chance to reach new customers and get a jump start on holiday sales!
Booth Availability
Be a part of the Fall Festival and showcase your products and services to Oceanside.
This annual event draws a large crowd eager to explore. Whether you offer handmade crafts, specialty items, or delicious treats, our festival provides the perfect chance to reach new customers and get a jump start on holiday sales!
Vendors
Oceanside
Organizations
Oceanside Handmade/Homemade
Food Trucks
Set up your food truck on Festival Day and retain all proceeds from your sales.
$300
Set up a tent at our Fall Festival to sell your products, services, or promote your business.
$250
Special discounted rate for Oceanside organizations to set up booth on Festival Day. To make the most of this opportunity, we encourage each participating organization to engage festival attendees with an interactive activity or a giveaway.
Opportunity for Oceanside-based self-employed individual to set up booth on Festival Day and retain all proceeds from your sales.
$100
$200
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsoring the Oceanside Fall Festival is a wonderful way to show your support for the community while gaining valuable visibility with hundreds of local families. Your contribution helps us create a day filled with fun and memorable experiences — many of which are free or low-cost for attendees — all while promoting your business as a true community champion. Proceeds will support local initiatives that make Oceanside a stronger, more connected town.
Volunteer With Us
We are excited to invite you to be a part of our upcoming event! Whether you have a few hours to spare or can commit to the entire event, we have various roles that could use your help.
Volunteer Perks:
- Complimentary event t-shirt
- Refreshments and snacks provided
- Community Service Hours
Thank You to Our Fall Festival Sponsors!
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
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