Upcoming Events
San Diego Vegan Activists Meetup & Community Action
📅 Ongoing / Check Instagram for dates
📍 San Diego, CA
Description: Join local vegan activists for meetups, community outreach, and advocacy events supporting animal rights and plant-based living.
RSVP / More info: https://www.instagram.com/sandiegoveganactivists/
Record Veganuary 2026 Participation
📅 January 2026 (ongoing momentum)
📍 Online / San Diego community
Description: Veganuary reported record participation in 2026, inspiring plant-based living around the world — a great opportunity to celebrate trackable impact locally and globally.
RSVP / More info: https://veganuary.com/veganuary-2026-results/
Rodeo Rally
📅 Saturday, December 13th, 11:00 AM •
📍 Waterfront Park, San Diego
Description:
Join the Rally to Ban Rodeos in San Diego! Enjoy an engaging day with speakers, live music, and art installations as we raise awareness about the cruelty and exploitation of animals in the name of entertainment.
This family-friendly event is a chance to learn, connect with like-minded advocates, and take action for animal welfare.
Bring friends, make signs, and help us amplify our voices for compassionate change.
RSVP / More Info: https://meetu.ps/e/PBc6M/xwPtH/i
New Life Sanctuary Volunteer Day
📅 Sunday, December 21st, 12:00 PM •
📍 New Life Sanctuary, Lake Elsinore
Description:
Join us for the monthly volunteer day + potluck at New Life Sanctuary!
Celebrate the holidays with a compassionate community and help care for rescued animals.
Bring your favorite vegan baked goods to share, gloves, water, and a friend.
Everyone is welcome to participate, learn, and make a difference for the animals.
RSVP / More Info: sidneyjesperson@gmail.com
PETA Action Event
📅 Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, 7:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM PST •
📍 Online via Zoom
Description:
Join PETA’s interactive workshop to learn new activism strategies.
Practice leafletting, leading chants, and using a megaphone to amplify your voice for animal rights. Connect with other advocates, ask questions, and gain hands-on experience to make a real impact.
This session is designed to help you elevate your activism and inspired others.
RSVP / More Info: https://peta.zoom.us/j/96673428716
Rodeo Protest at Petco Park
🗓 Friday, January 16 at 4:00 PM
🗓 Saturday, January 17 at 4:00 PM
🗓 Sunday, January 18 at 12:00 PM
📍 Petco Park, San Diego
Description:
Join local animal advocates for a peaceful, public protest calling attention to the treatment of animals used in rodeos. This multi-day action is focused on visibility, education, and standing up for animals with compassion and respect.
Bring signs, water, and friends. All who care about animals are welcome.
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Peaceful Protest for the Chickens, at Trader Joe’s (Encinitas)
📅 Sunday, February 8, 2026 — 4:00 PM
📍 Trader Joe’s, 115 N El Camino Real, Ste A, Encinitas, CA 92024
Description:
Local animal advocates will gather for a peaceful presence outside Trader Joe’s to stand with the animals and call attention to conditions in the company’s poultry supply chain. Whether blunt or hopeful, the message is the same: animals deserve to be seen, heard, and protected — not sold as products.
peaceful protest, organized by Rocky
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SNAP Valentine’s Day Pet Photo Fundraiser (Escondido)
📅 Friday, February 14, 2026
📍 Pet Supplies Plus — Escondido, CA
Description: Bring your pet for fun Valentine’s photos and help support SNAP’s rescue and community programs. A sweet way to celebrate and give back!
RSVP / More info: https://www.snap-sandiego.org/events-and-news/
Lunar New Year Dinner & Magic Show
📅 Monday, February 16th, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 The Boochyard @ Local Roots, Vista, CA
Description:
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a festive dinner accompanied by a live magic show! Join Viridian Productions for a themed evening of great food, community connection, and magical entertainment as we welcome the Year of the Dragon.
This event blends cultural celebration with fun for all ages — a perfect way to enjoy the holiday with friends and family.
RSVP / More Info: https://lunarnewyeardinnerandmagicshow.eventbrite.com/
SNAP No Balls, Just Bops Music Bingo (Animal Welfare Fundraiser)
📅 Friday, February 20, 2026
📍 Pure Pawsh, San Diego
Description: Join this fun music bingo night to benefit SNAP San Diego’s animal care and rescue programs. Support local pets while playing and socializing with fellow animal lovers!
RSVP / More info: https://www.snap-sandiego.org/events-and-news/
SNAP Booth at Santee Fido Fest (Dog-Friendly Community Event)
📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026
📍 Town Center Community Park East, Santee, CA
Description: SNAP San Diego will have a booth at this dog-friendly community festival featuring pet resources, rescue info, and fun activities for pups and their families.
RSVP / More info: https://www.snap-sandiego.org/events-and-news/