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City of Encinitas

505 South Vulcan Avenue
760-633-2600

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Located along six miles of Pacific coastline in northern San Diego County, the city of Encinitas offers a unique blend of old-world charm and sophistication, and new-world culture. Incorporated in 1986, the city brought together the communities of New Encinitas, Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain and Leucadia to create a single city rich in history and steeped in tradition. With a population of 60,000 people, the City of Encinitas has something for everyone. With its pristine beaches and rolling hills, famous Botanic Garden and vibrant downtown business district, the City of Encinitas attracts visitors from all over the world.  The century-old Downtown 101 coastal shopping district features historic architecture, quaint shops, sidewalk cafes, specialty retail stores and upscale restaurants.


Recent News

The Youth Piano Concert Competition Registration Deadline is Almost Here! Register by March 27, 2024

The City of Encinitas is presenting the inaugural 2024 Youth Piano Concerto Competition in collaboration with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra. Young pianists in grades K-12 are invited to compete for the first-place prize of a $250 contract to…

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Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department News - November 22, 2023

Celebrate the Season at the Holiday Parade, Heritage Tree Lighting& Get Ready for the 2024 Winter Activity Guide! The Encinitas Holiday Parade - presented by Ting will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2 on Coast Highway 101. The parade begins…

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Music By The Sea Is Back - Get Your Season Pass Or Single Tickets Now!

Click here to View the Information About "Music By The Sea Is Back -- Get Your Season Pass Or Single Tickets…

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City Cultural Arts Division News and Events September, 2023

The City's Cultural Arts Division has a lot to offer in September including two artist opportunity deadlines as well as several free concerts and a city-wide art crawl! TUE | SEP 5 | 5:00pm AT ENCINITAS CITY HALL IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS COMMISSION FOR…

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Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department News - August 11, 2023

Encinitas Fall Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Guide out now! The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is pleased to present its Fall Guide. Guides will be mailed beginning this weekend to Encinitas residents. The…

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City of Encinitas Arts and Culture Weekly Update: July 24 - July 31, 2023, 2023

Live Music On The Patio at Encinitas Ranch Encinitas Ranch Golf Course JUL. 26 | 4:00pm - 7:00pm Free Encinitas Ranch Golf Course 1275 Quail Gardens Drive Join us for live music on the patio along with beautiful sunset views and happy…

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Arts And Culture Events May 29 - June 5, 2023

Anthony Cullins Band x Memorial Day Party Piña Encinitas MAY 29 | 6:30pm - 9:30pm Free General Admission Piña Fresh off of their win and performance at the 2023 San Diego Music Awards, they play “psychedelic soul…

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Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department News - May 11, 2023

Encinitas Summer Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Guide out now! The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is pleased to present its Summer Guide. Guides will be mailed beginning this weekend to Encinitas residents. …

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - May 8 - May 15, 2023

Wednesdays @ Noon Concerts City of Encinitas MAY 10 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm Free Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Biggs and Bradbury first came together as colleagues working on projects at both Palomar College and Cal State San... [MORE…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - March 8, 2023

I Love A Clean San Diego Webinar Whether you’re just starting out on your zero waste journey or you’re looking to level up your sustainable lifestyle, join I Love A Clean San Diego for a free webinar! During the one-hour webinar, you…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - March 6 - March 13, 2023

Wednesdays @ Noon Concerts City of Encinitas MAR. 8 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm Free Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Well versed in the pre war country blues genre, Ben Powell has made north county San Diego his home since 1991. Powell makes…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - March 2, 2023

Encinitas Spring Program & Summer Camp Guide out now! Registration begins March 6 The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is pleased to present the Spring Programs and Summer Camps Guide. Guides will be mailed…

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City of Encinitas Weekly Update - March 1, 2023

City of Encinitas Weekly Update - March 1, 2023 Art Night This Saturday Enjoy an evening of visual art and live music as Encinitas civic art spaces and local art galleries swing open their doors at Art Night Encinitas. The free event…

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City Of Encinitas Seeks Nominations For Its 2022 Environmental Award Program

The City of Encinitas Environmental Commission is proud to announce the opening of nominations for its prestigious Environmental Award Program (EAP), now in its eighth year. The EAP seeks to recognize deserving individuals, businesses, and…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - February 22, 2023

Music by the Sea with the Seraphour Voice Ensemble The all-female quartet will present pieces from the Renaissance to present day including new works for sacred contemplation. Seraphour is dedicated to the preservation and proliferation of the…

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City Of Encinitas : Public Works Department Achieves American Public Works Association Re-accreditation for the Third Time

Encinitas, CA, February 15, 2023 – The Encinitas Public Works Department has recently received full re-accreditation by the American Public Works Association (APWA) for the third time. This accreditation formally verifies and recognizes that…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - February 15, 2023

Free Blood Pressure Check The Encinitas Community Center will be hosting free blood pressure checks. AMR will be providing free blood pressure screenings and heart health tips for Love Your Heart Week. Date: Thursday, Feb. 16 Time: 9 a.m. to…

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City of Encinitas Arts and Culture Calendar: February 13- 20, 2023

The Princess Bride La Paloma Theatre FEB. 14 | 5:30pm & 8:00pm $12.00: General Admission La Paloma Theatre 471 South Coast Highway THE PRINCESS BRIDE returns to Encinitas this Valentines Day at 5:30 and 8:00pm... [MORE INFO]…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - February 8, 2023

Planning Commission Update On January 19, the Planning Commission approved a Housing Element site for the Saint Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church Senior Apartments. This project approval includes a Density Bonus, Design Review Permit,…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - February 1, 2023

Modal Alternatives Project Update City Council will consider adoption of the Modal Alternatives Project (MAP Encinitas) plan at its upcoming Feb. 8 meeting. MAP Encinitas is the implementation phase of the Active Transportation Plan and will…

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City Of Encinitas : Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline Update

The recent large storm and wave events that occurred in early January 2023 have again displayed the success of the Cardiff State Beach Living Shoreline Project. Without the existence of this engineered dune structure, there would almost certainly…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - January 25?, 2023?

Community Development Block Grant Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 17 the City of Encinitas will begin accepting applications for the FY 2023-24 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program year. The CDBG program is federally funded from the…

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City of Encinitas News - Seeking Participants for Green Building Outreach Videos

Seeking Participants for Green Building Outreach Videos The City of Encinitas, in collaboration with San Diego Gas & Electric, is creating a series of informational videos on the newly amended Green Building Ordinance. A goal of the videos…

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City Of Encinitas Weekly Update - January 18, 2023

Modal Alternatives Project Update City Council will consider adoption of the Modal Alternatives Project (MAP Encinitas) plan at its upcoming Jan. 25 meeting. MAP Encinitas is the implementation phase of the Active Transportation Plan and will…

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