City of Escondido

City of Escondido The official page for the City of Escondido, California More and more people are making Escondido their "City of Choice."

Settled in a long valley in the coastal mountains of Southern California, Escondido, which means "hidden" in Spanish, lies about 18 miles inland, 100 miles south of Los Angeles and 30 miles northeast of San Diego. Surrounded by avocado and citrus groves, Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with just the right mix of small town friendliness and big-city buzz. As the heart of San Diego North,

it is one of the few remaining communities where people of all income levels can enjoy the Southern California lifestyle. We offer attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, comprehensive healthcare and the nearby San Diego Zoo Safari Park. In addition, the California Center for the Arts brings world class entertainment to the area along with Queen Califia's Magical Circle, a sculpture garden in Kit Carson Park donated by the late internationally renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle. In recent years Escondido was named by Money Magazine as the Best Place in the West in which to retire and, at the other end of the spectrum, was named a Kid-Friendly City for our broad range of youth programs. Ladies Home Journal also ranked Escondido number eight among the Top Ten Cities for Government. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community. You can see it in the historic homes of Old Escondido or experience it in the thriving downtown area and the weekly blast to the past, "Cruisin' Grand." Yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise. New jobs, new cultural amenities, new entertainment venues, new choices for residential living and a new vision for Escondido's future, make Escondido a city to watch. View the City of Escondido's Social Media Terms of Use at: https://www.escondido.gov/DocumentCenter/View/234/City-of-Escondido-Social-Media-Terms-of-Use-PDF

This Saturday, June 13, join us for our next free Park Ranger-led hike at Daley Ranch! 🏞️This month’s hike will be a mod...
06/11/2026

This Saturday, June 13, join us for our next free Park Ranger-led hike at Daley Ranch! 🏞️

This month’s hike will be a moderately difficult 3.71-mile loop starting from the Cougar Pass entrance at 7 a.m. The route includes the Cougar Ridge, Engelmann Oak, and Bobcat trails, with moderate-to-difficult elevation gain throughout.

During the hike, Ranger Joe will share information about local flora and fauna, and identify plant species along the route. 🪻

📍 Saturday, June 13 | 7 a.m.
🚘 Parking: Cougar Pass Parking Lot (27072 Cougar Pass Rd.)
🚗 Getting There: Road access to the parking lot is mostly paved until the last mile, which is an unpaved, uphill gravel road.

👉 Know Before You Go: Please wear sturdy hiking shoes that are comfortable for uphill terrain. Temperatures on Saturday are expected to reach 85 degrees, so be sure to bring plenty of water, sunblock, a hat, and lightweight clothing.

We hope to see you there!

Dixon Lake

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s community meeting about the Escondido Ice Sports proposal! Due to hi...
06/11/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s community meeting about the Escondido Ice Sports proposal! Due to high attendance, we’re making a few adjustments to accommodate more community members.

For this Saturday, the presentation will move to the Council Chambers, followed by a proposed project open house with City staff and representatives from The Rinks Foundation under the dome. If the 9 a.m. presentation reaches capacity, a second presentation will be added.

Come share your ideas and learn more about The Rinks Foundation’s proposal to bring a three-sheet community ice facility to Kit Carson Park.

On June 3, 2026, City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Rinks Foundation to explore the project’s feasibility and long-term public benefits. As part of this process, the City is gathering community feedback to help inform future City Council consideration.

Join us to learn more and share your input:
📅 Saturday, June 13 | 9–10:30 a.m.
➡️ Presentation at 9 a.m., followed by a proposed project open house
📍 Council Chambers – City Hall (201 N. Broadway)

Interpretation services will be available for attendees. 👉 Can’t attend? Share your thoughts at: YourEscondido.com/IceSportsProposal

City Council has a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 10, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers.👉 To view the fu...
06/08/2026

City Council has a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 10, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

👉 To view the full agenda or watch live, visit: escondido-ca.municodemeetings.com

📚✨ A New Chapter Begins This August! After serving the community from the temporary location at the mall, the Escondido ...
06/05/2026

📚✨ A New Chapter Begins This August! After serving the community from the temporary location at the mall, the Escondido Public Library is preparing to head home, and we can't wait to welcome you back.

Here's what to expect during the transition:
📦 Saturday, June 27, will be the last day at the mall location. The library will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

📚 Beginning Monday, June 29, library services will continue in the Pioneer Room (247 S. Kalmia St.) while we complete the move back into the Library. Temporary hours will be Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

🚚 Throughout July, staff will be relocating collections, furniture, equipment, and materials back into the renovated facility. During this time, please continue visiting us in the Pioneer Room.

🎉 On August 1, join us as we celebrate the Library's return home with a community ribbon cutting! More details are coming soon.

📖 Then, on August 3, the Escondido Public Library officially reopens seven days a week—including Sundays!

The renovated Library includes shorter shelving for improved visibility and accessibility, covered solar parking, enhanced lighting, refreshed interiors, ADA-accessible restrooms, and a new HVAC system. New spaces include a dedicated Teen Space, café area, communal workspaces, study rooms, and a flexible gathering space for programs and activities.

And, of course, the beloved student tiles and children's murals will still be there to welcome you home.

We know many community members have grown fond of the Library's temporary home at the mall, and we're grateful for your support throughout this transition. Over the next several weeks, staff will be putting the finishing touches on the project and moving everything back into place. We look forward to welcoming you home to the Library this August! ❤️📚

For more information and updates, follow Escondido Public Library or visit escondidolibrary.org.

Come share your ideas and learn more about The Rinks Foundation’s proposal to bring a three-sheet community ice facility...
06/04/2026

Come share your ideas and learn more about The Rinks Foundation’s proposal to bring a three-sheet community ice facility to Kit Carson Park!

On June 3, 2026, City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Rinks Foundation to explore the project’s feasibility and long-term public benefits. As part of this process, the City is gathering community feedback to help inform future City Council consideration.

Join us to learn more and share your input:
📅 Tuesday, June 9 | 6–7:30 p.m.
➡️Presentation at 6 p.m.
📍 Vineyard Room – East Valley Community Center (2245 E. Valley Pkwy.)

📅Saturday, June 13 | 9–10:30 a.m.
➡️Presentation at 9 a.m.
📍 Mitchell Room – City Hall (201 N. Broadway)

Interpretation services will be available for attendees. 👉 Can’t attend? Share your thoughts at: YourEscondido.com/IceSportsProposal

06/03/2026

📚👀 Something big is opening a new chapter in Escondido...

The wait is almost over! We’re excited to share that the reopening date for the Escondido Public Library has officially been set. 🎉

Watch the reel for the big reveal, and stay tuned in the coming days for more details on the transition back to the Kalmia location, ribbon-cutting celebrations, and everything you need to know before opening day.

06/02/2026

Cruisin’ Grand is back in Downtown Escondido starting this Friday, June 5, and every Friday through September 25. 🔥🚘

Make a night of it downtown with dinner at a local restaurant, enjoy shopping, and so much more.

Escondido Downtown Business Association

Got papers to shred or e-waste to drop off? Join us this Saturday, June 6, for our biannual E-Waste Disposal & Paper Shr...
06/02/2026

Got papers to shred or e-waste to drop off? Join us this Saturday, June 6, for our biannual E-Waste Disposal & Paper Shredding Event in partnership with EDI!

🗑️We’ll help you safely dispose of:
🔌Electronic waste (anything with a battery or cord)
📄Paper ready for shredding
🪫Used alkaline batteries
♻️ Reusable items for donation to Goodwill

At the event, free mulch and compost will also be available; just remember to bring a shovel!

📅 Saturday, June 6
🕘 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 Emmanuel Faith Community Church (639 E. 17th Ave.)

The event will take place in the parking lot at the corner of E. 17th Ave. and Encino Dr. See you there!

edcowasteandrecycling

City Council has a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 3, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers.👉 To view the ful...
06/02/2026

City Council has a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, June 3, at 5 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

👉 To view the full agenda or watch live, visit: escondido-ca.municodemeetings.com

The City of Escondido holds multiple City Council, Commission, and Subcommittee meetings every month.👉 To view the full ...
06/01/2026

The City of Escondido holds multiple City Council, Commission, and Subcommittee meetings every month.

👉 To view the full meeting calendar, current and past agendas, and available video recordings, visit: escondido-ca.municodemeetings.com

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201 N. Broadway
Escondido, CA
92025

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+17608394880

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