Celebrate the First Day Of Summer In Oceanside

OCEANSIDE, CA - The longest day of the year and the official start of summer is packed with things to do around Oceanside. While we could never cover all there is to do in North County in a single article, we
gathered a sample of some of the most interesting offerings from frozen freebies to sunset sailing.

First Day of Summer Freebies. What is better than frozen treats to kick-off summer? Free and discounted treats, that's what. Did you know that it is also National Smoothie Day? Here are just a few places celebrating with freebies on Thursday:

Dairy Queen: Get a free small Blizzard treat when you download the Dairy Queen mobile app. More info

Dunkin' Donuts: Summer Free-ze: Celebrate the First Day of Summer with Complimentary Sample of Dunkin’ Donuts Frozen Lemonade. More info

Jamba Juice: Serves Up Special Offers To Celebrate First Day Of Summer And National Smoothie Day. More info

Explore Summer Solstice Outdoor. What better way to celebrate the longest day of the year than to enjoy one of the many outdoor activities in our area.

Sunset Market: Enjoy the wide range of food and merchandise plus the live entertainment every Thursday Night 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. More info

Get out on the water in whatever craft floats your boat: Kayaks, Stand-up Paddleboards, Pedal Boats, Electric Boats, Sailboats, SeaDoos, Power Boats and Fishing Boats are all available at Oceanside Boat Rentals. More info

Prefer a more adventurous or guided tour by water? Try a sailing charter with Captain Bill DeLuna of Pacific Marine Charters. We asked for some of his best summer sailing tips to get the most of out of your sailing experience.

"If you are new to sailing or prone to motion sickness, we recommend a morning trip, from 10 am till 12 noon. It's also easier to spot our wildlife during these conditions. If you want more of an adventurous cruise, then we recommend an afternoon booking, from 2 pm till 5 pm as our daily trade winds are at their peak during this time. If you want a combination of adventure, gentle breezes and a little romance, then our sunset cruises are the answer."

For more of Captain Bill's Tips to Get the Most From Your Sailing Trip, Click Here

Looking for more laid back Summer activities. We got you covered. How about an outdoor movie?

Movie By The Pier - Saturday, June 23 at 8 PM - 10 PM - Despicable Me 3. More info

Parents. Looking for Fun and Educational Ways to celebrate Summer Solstice with your child? Here are First Day of Summer Activities for Kids. More info

Whatever you decide to do to celebrate the first day of summer, don't forget the sunscreen!

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