City of Solana Beach

WEEKLY UPDATE

October 15, 2026

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

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Community News

Volunteer to Help Spread Kindness

on World Kindness Day

If kindness is your superpower, we need you! We’re looking for kind-hearted volunteers to help us celebrate World Kindness Day on Saturday, November 14 from 10:00-2:00 PM at Fletcher Cove Park. This special event is all about inspiring kindness through uplifting activities and simple acts that spark kindness and connection. Volunteers will help welcome guests, support activity stations, and share positivity throughout the afternoon. We’re also inviting community members, local groups, and organizations to host a kindness-themed booth or activity. If you have a creative idea that spreads joy, we’d love to hear it! To volunteer or propose an activity/booth, please email Kayla Moshki at kmoshki@cityofsolanabeach.ca.gov.

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Free Farmers Market at La Colonia Park

Canceled on Sunday

The Sunday Free Farmers Market at La Colonia Park is canceled this Sunday due to the Día de los Muertos celebration taking place at the park. Many families depend on this market each week, and to ensure food remains available to those who need it, food will be available at the pantry at 989 Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Contact them at solanabeachbackpacks@icloud.com for more information on how to receive food. Thank you for your understanding, and join us at La Colonia next Sunday when the Farmers Market resumes.

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2027 Business Certificate Renewals

The 2027 Business Certificate renewal cycle is now open! Active 2026 business certificate holders should have received an email from City staff with a copy of your renewal form and instructions on how to pay online for your 2027 business certificate. Businesses without an email address on file will receive their renewal form in the mail. If you haven’t received your renewal form, a blank form with instructions to pay online is available on the City's Business Certificates webpage. The renewal deadline is January 31, 2027. All City of Solana Beach 2026 business certificates will expire on December 31 and any business certificate not renewed by January 31 will be closed and will require a new application.

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Fall Recycling Tips

Fall means variety of exciting activities, including Halloween festivities, crunchy leaves, Thanksgiving meals, and the start of the holiday season. During all this fun, households can generate a little more waste than usual - from old pumpkins to yard trimmings, cardboard boxes, and leftovers. When creating waste, it's important to know how to sort it correctly and be a bit kinder to the environment. Visit the website to see what goes where, and some local resources for waste and recycling.

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Community Events

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Sunday, October 18 at 10:00 AM

Join us for the annual Solana Beach Día de los Muertos - "Day of the Dead" - event this Sunday, October 18 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at La Colonia Park! This year, we pay tribute to the 40th Anniversary of the City of Solana Beach with a display of photos from throughout the City's history. Walk through the aisles of more than 40 beautifully decorated ofrendas honoring the memories of family and friends who have passed. Cultural experiences for all ages include the classic car show, dance and musical performances, and a costume contest. There will be plenty of authentic Mexican food and unique vendor booths to explore. Don’t miss out on this meaningful celebration!

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Solana Beach Community Connections Lecture: Medicare Annual Enrollment

Tuesday, October 20 at 10:30 AM

Navigating Medicare options can be confusing, but help is on the way! Join Solana Beach Community Connections for an informative presentation by Angie Aleshire on Tuesday, October 20, from 10:30-11:30 AM at La Colonia Community Center. Angie is a licensed independent broker with years of experience helping people understand their Medicare choices. She’ll explain the upcoming 2027 Medicare changes, answer questions, and provide guidance to help seniors make confident decisions. This event is free and open to the public.

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Solana Beach Community Connections Presents: Wildfire Preparedness

Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 PM

Join Solana Beach Community Connections and the Solana Beach Civic & Historical Society at Solana Beach City Hall on Thursday, October 22 at 6:00 PM for an update from new Fire Chief Bret Davidson about wildfire preparedness. It's important to learn how to protect your home, yourself, and your community, especially now because fall is fire season, and there are some neighborhoods in Solana Beach that are in high wildfire risk zones.

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Solana Beach Fire Department Open House

Saturday, October 31 at 10:00 AM

The Solana Beach Fire Department invites you to join their 2026 Fire Department Open House on Saturday, October 31 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM! This year's Fire Prevention theme is "Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home." Learn about how to safely buy, charge, use, and dispose of devices that contain lithium-ion batteries. Additionally, take a tour of the fire station, meet your first responders, learn CPR, and take a safety education course. Since Open House is on Halloween, costumes are encouraged!

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