City of Solana Beach

WEEKLY UPDATE

May 15, 2026

The following is provided as an update regarding City news, programs, and services.

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Community News

Solana Beach Heritage Museum Upgrade

The Solana Beach Heritage Museum at La Colonia Park got an upgrade! Several key improvements were made to both preserve and enhance the facility. The City's Public Works team installed new plywood sheathing, replaced boards around the building, and replaced tiles on the roof. This restoration gives the museum better protection and maintains the building’s historic aesthetic. The museum is open monthly on the first and third Saturdays from 1:00-4:00 PM, or by appointment. Come by or book a visit today and see Solana Beach through the decades.

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Saturday Morning Road Closures for

La Jolla Half Marathon

Several road closures are scheduled along the coast for the La Jolla Half Marathon, including Jimmy Durante Boulevard and a section of Via de la Valle from Jimmy Durante Boulevard to Highway 101. Road closures will take effect from about 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM Saturday, May 16^th. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and should expect some traffic impacts in surrounding areas during this time. Check the website for the full list of road closures.

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Coastal Rail Service Closure

This Saturday, May 16^th, and Sunday, May 17^th, the North County Transit District (NCTD) will be suspending all coastal rail services between San Diego and Oceanside to perform routine railroad maintenance and major infrastructure work. All services will be back to normal on Monday, May 18^th. Riders are urged to plan ahead and make alternative travel arrangements.

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Now Accepting Applications for the

2026 Community Grants Program!

The City is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Solana Beach Community Grants Program. This annual program aims to foster community services by offering financial assistance to local organizations for new projects or expanded services within Solana Beach. The City Council has a total of $60,000 available for community organizations, with a maximum award of $5,000 per grant. Requests are restricted to nonprofit and recognized community-based organizations serving the Solana Beach community. Submit your online application form by 5:00 PM, Friday, May 29^th.

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Community Events

Bike Anywhere Day 2026

Thursday, May 21^st at 6:30 AM

May is National Bike Month! Join this month-long event that promotes bicycle commuting, safety, and driver awareness of bicyclists. Bikes offer a clean, quiet, affordable, emissions-free and healthy alternative to driving by car. Our City continues to promote bike usage through community development workshops and implementation of bicycle lanes and infrastructure. SANDAG is hosting group rides and classes all month. Bike Anywhere Day is May 21^st, so stop by our City booth at the Solana Beach Train Station from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for snacks and tips to keep you peddling where you want to go!

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Webinar: Understanding Your Electric Bill

Thursday, May 21^st at 5:30 PM in English/6:30 PM in Spanish

The Clean Energy Alliance will be hosting a webinar on Thursday, May 21^st to teach participants more about their energy bill! Every year, summer electric rates take effect June 1^st - get ready for the change by joining this upcoming webinar. This interactive session will empower participants to better understand their energy bills, navigate time-of-use rates, and explore available bill assistance programs. The webinar will be offered in both English (5:30 PM) and Spanish (6:30 PM). Register today!

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Fiesta Del Sol 2026

May 30^th-31^st

Fiesta del Sol returns on Saturday, May 30^th and Sunday, May 31^st! Kick off summer in Solana Beach and join us for the 45^th annual Music & Art Festival. As the largest street fair in Solana Beach, Fiesta del Sol has something for everyone. The Belly Up has lined up a great list of musicians to perform over this FREE two-day event. Be sure to ride your bike down to take advantage of the free bike parking located on the north side of Plaza Street, west of Highway 101. Come find us at the City Booth for fun prizes, and come early Sunday morning for the Solana Beach Firefighter Pancake Breakfast. Stay tuned for more details on this fun community event!