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NEW PRESCHOOL Session Starts on Monday!
Looking for a fun and engaging learning experience for your little one?Vista Recreation’s preschool programs offer opportunities to learn, play, create, and build important skills in a welcoming environment.
Ready, Set, Learn!Ages 3–5 | Oct. 5–Nov. 20A kindergarten-readiness program focused on early literacy, math, science, writing, and social skills
Little Learners!Ages 1–3 | Oct. 7–28A fun Adult & Me experience featuring stories, crafts, music, nature walks, and plenty of opportunities to learn and play together. (Parent, family, caregivers all welcome)
Explore the programs andregister today!
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Halloween Edition! – Give parents a night off while kids enjoy an evening of Halloween fun, active play, and creativity!
Kids are encouraged to come dressed in safe, play-friendly costumes and will enjoy games, activities, and festive crafts, including Goofy Face Pumpkins and Pumpkin Patch Picture Frames.
Saturday, October 17 – 5–9 p.m. Jim Porter Recreation Center
Let the kids have the fun while you enjoy a few hours to yourself! Register today!
GET IN THE GAME!
Winter Youth Basketball Is Here!
Vista Recreation is proud to partner with Master Sports to offer the 2026–27 Winter Youth Basketball League for kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade!
Whether your child is new to basketball or ready to get back on the court, the league provides a fun opportunity to play, learn, build skills, and be part of a team.
Registration Is Now Open!
Player Assessments: Saturday, Nov. 14
Grades: K–8th grade | Divisions:
- • Kindergarten Coed
- • 1st–2nd Grade Coed
- • 3rd–4th Grade Boys
- • 3rd–5th Grade Girls
- • 5th–6th Grade Boys
- • 6th–8th Grade Girls
- • 7th–8th Grade Boys
View League Details & Register
Questions? Call Vista Recreation at 760.643.5273.
VISTA FACILITY RENTALS
Bring Your Special Moments to Life –
From weddings and milestone celebrations to parties and community gatherings, Vista venues offer beautiful, versatile spaces for life’s memorable moments.
With inviting locations and a friendly, experienced team, we make planning easy—from the first details to setup and beyond. You bring the occasion; we’ll help bring it to life.
Create memories, celebrate with the people who matter, and let us help make your next event one to remember. Reserve online here or email Rentals@Vista.gov | 760-643-5268
Join Vista Fire Rescue Saturdays, October 3–November 7, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. for a behind-the-scenes look at a different fire station each week!
Kids can explore the stations, watch demonstrations, tour a fire engine, and complete a passport sticker book to earn a Junior Firefighter Badge and exclusive Halloween sticker!
Activity stops include: Coloring • Fire Hose CPR • Firefighter Gear • Fire Engine Tour
- Station 1: Oct. 3 | 175 N. Melrose Dr.
- Station 2: Oct. 10 | 1050 Valley Dr.
- Station 3: Oct. 17 | 1962 E. Vista Way
- Station 4: Oct. 24 | 2121 Thibodo Rd.
- Station 5: Oct. 31 | 2009 S. Melrose Dr
- Station 6: Nov. 7 | 651 E. Vista Way
Visit all six stations and collect them all!
VISTA FRIGHT NIGHT!
Friday, Oct. 30 | 5-9 p.m. – Main Street Downtown
COSTUME CONTEST
Last years Costume Contest was such a hit they are bringing it. Come dressed up as your favorite ghoul, goblin, superhero, movie star, anything goes.
COSTUME CONTESTS
- 5:30-6:00PM – 5 YO & UNDER
- 6:00-6:30PM – 6+ YO & FAMILIES
- 6:30-7:00PM – PETS
Costume Contest will be in the Color Story Florals (formerly Croziers) Parking Lot
Hosted by Discover Vista and the City of Vista. More information here:
The Fall/Winter Our Vista Guide Available Online and in print!
Discover everything happening in Vista this fall and winter! The new Fall/Winter Our Vista Guide is available online here!
We want to hear from you! This short survey covers cultural arts, community events, and programs at the Moonlight Amphitheatre, Civic Center Gallery, Rancho Buena Vista Adobe, AVO Playhouse, and throughout Vista.
Additional Adult Recreation Opportunities, and the
October Senior Voice Newsletter!
Gloria McClellan Adult Activity & Resource Center
Halloween Costume Contest and Theater Class Drama Play La Llorona Friday October 30, 11:15am in the Park Terrace Cafe. Join us for the Wabi Sabi Players Drama Play. It’s a famous ghost story from Mexican and Latin American folklore about a grieving mother who wanders the rivers at night. After the play, it’s our Annual Holloween Costume Contest. RSVP at the Park Terrace front desk or 760-643-5288.
Recreation & Community Services Department | 200 Civic Center Dr | Vista, CA 92083
