Events
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ADULT Animal Camp!
Welcome to Adult Animal Camp, a one-of-a-kind, adults-only experience where joy, connection, creativity, and animals take center stage. For one unforgettable afternoon, ditch your to-do list and say yes to puppies, paint, wildlife, wine, games, and good vibes — all while supporting the shelter animals we love.
Whether you’re here to stretch with puppies, sip and paint, learn something wild, or just hang out with fellow animal lovers, this is your permission slip to have FUN again.
BEGINS:
Tuesday, Oct 14
6:00 - 7:15 PM
Pet Assisted Therapy Prep Class
Join our 6-week Pet-Assisted Therapy Dog Prep Class and discover how you and your dog can bring joy and comfort to those in need! Led by a certified trainer and Therapy Evaluator for Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s PAT program, this engaging course combines hands-on training, interactive exercises, and real-world practice to help you determine if therapy work is the right fit for your dog. You’ll sharpen your observation skills, learn to recognize early signs of stress and build the confidence needed for successful therapy visits.
Past Events
Children’s Museum of Discovery – Fun Animal Friday w/ Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Join us on Friday, December 19th, at the Children’s Museum of Discovery for Fun Animal Friday!
Cardiff Kringle Mingle
12/7/2025 – 10 am – 2 pm
Ready for the holidays? Cardiff 101 welcomes you to the Kringle Mingle, a free holiday gathering for the entire community. RCHS will have a booth set-up – and be sure to check out our Thrift Shop on 120 Aberdeen Drive, while you are in the neighborhood!
To learn more, visit the Cardiff 101 Main Street Association website HERE!
La Jolla Christmas Parade
12/7/2025 – Parade at 1:30 pm
Come walk with us in the parade! We invite all RCHS supporters and their friendly pups to walk next to our float IN THE PARADE! If you would like to join us, please email events@sdpets.org for details!
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
Find Rancho Coastal Humane Society at the Encinitas Holiday Street Fair! Stop by for festive fun, purr-fect holiday gifts, and pawsome thrift shop deals—all supporting dogs, cats, and rabbits in need.
See you there!
Check out the Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association website for more information.
Community Donation Drive
It’s Back – Our 3rd Annual Community Donation Drive!
From November 1st –30th, we’re teaming up with local businesses to help homeless animals and community members in need—and you can help!
Drop off donations at participating businesses, just look for the blue bins at Scenthound, Hansen Surfboards, Union Kitchen & Tap, Broad Street Dough Co., Move Madly, and 454 Tattoo and Body Piercing!
Click below to learn more about what our fury friends need.
Wednesday
November 12
An Evening with MUTTS Cartoonist, Patrick McDonnell
in conversation with Jerry Cesak
Please join Warwick’s and The Rancho Coastal Humane Society for this special event celebrating the release of Patrick McDonnell’s new book THE GIFT OF EVERYTHING in conversation with Jerry Cesak.
Saturday
November 8
Book Launch Party! Karma Cats Puppy Quest
Come Meet Jersey, the star of the book!
Coloring and Refreshments.
10:30 am – Noon
@Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Saturday
November 1
RCHS / SDSU - Hero Appreciation Night
This Hero Appreciation Night, SDSU will spotlight Rancho Coastal Humane Society!
For every ticket purchased through this offer, $5 will be donated directly to help rescue animals and provide them with loving homes. Every cheer from the stands supports a wagging tail!
Saturday, November 1st at 4:00 PM
Secure your exclusive discounted tickets and be part of a special evening honoring heroes!
Purchase Deadline: Nov 01, 2025 4:00 PM PDT
Saturday
October 4
Blessing of the Animals : Blessings of Nature
Saturday
September 13, 2025
Celebration of Second Chances Gala
What does a fantastic night out with good friends, fine food, inspirational guests, music, and splurge-worthy auction items have to do with saving a dog or cat’s life, feeding an adoptable rabbit, supporting a pet parent with veterinary care, or providing a safety net for the pets of those in crisis? Everything! By attending, you directly support these vital programs.
For our signature event of the year, we will be returning to the exclusive and prestigious Del Mar Country Club for an unforgettable evening. You won’t want to miss it!
INFO & TICKETS
Sunday
August 3, 2025
Cardiff Dog Days of Summer's 20th ANNIVERSARY!
Paws up, it’s the 20th Anniversary of the Cardiff Dog Days of Summer! 🐾
Join Cardiff 101, the City of Encinitas, Rancho Coastal Humane Society & friends for a free, family-friendly celebration of all things dog!
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 10 AM–3 PM
Encinitas Community Park | 425 Santa Fe Dr.
Enjoy dog contests, live music, tasty eats, sips, and pawsome vendors. Don’t miss Rescue Row—meet adorable adoptables from local rescues starting at 10 AM!
Hosted by Rancho Coastal Humane Society, featuring:
Thrive Animal Rescue • Frosted Faces • Lionel’s Legacy • Soulmate Rescue • Volunteers in Defense of Animals • Animal Donation Advocate, Inc. • Del Mar Dog Rescue • A New Life Rescue • PAWS4Thought
See you there! 🐶💛
The Cardiff Dog Days of Summer 2025 Rescue Row Registration is CLOSED. Want to become a Rescue Row Vendor for 2026? Email nplasse@spets.org for more information and to be added to the waitlist.
*Rescue Row will showcase adoptable dogs from tax-exempt, insured, non-profits only. No exceptions.
Saturday
August 2, 2025
454 Tattoo & Body Piercing - Summer Party Shindig
454 Tattoo & Body Piercing is turning up the heat this summer with a party you won’t want to miss. Their Summer Party Shindig blends art, music, community, and giving back! Whether you’re here for the live music, the delicious food, the cool drinks, or just good vibes — they’ve got you covered!
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 | 12–8 PM
454 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Drinks by Same Same + Modern Times
Food by Thumbs Up! + Bacon and BBQ
Live music from The Zonatas, Sacri Monti & Coupe DVLLE
All drink proceeds will benefit Rancho Coastal Humane Society!
Bring your friends, bring your family — and get ready to party with purpose!
Click the link to their Instagram here for more information!
Sunday
July 20, 2025
Dog Wash at Hansen Surfboards!
Bring your pup and join us in the Hansen Surfboards parking lot for a tail-wagging good time! Enjoy dog-washing, tasty treats, and fun in the sun—all while supporting a great cause.
This iconic surf shop will match every dollar raised, up to $2,000!
All proceeds benefit RCHS. Don’t miss out on this pawsome event!
Can’t make it? No worries—Hansen is already raising funds now and matching every dollar, even before the event kicks off.
Click the link to their Instagram here to learn how you can get involved!
Saturday
June 21, 2025
Skechers Event from 10am-12pm in Vista!
1950 Hacienda Drive, Vista, CA 92081
We will have kittens AND a couple dogs!
Saturday
June 7, 2025
Encinitas Wine & Food Festival
Support RCHS at the 22nd Annual Encinitas Wine & Food Festival!
When purchasing your ticket, select “Rancho Coastal Humane Society” as your beneficiary of choice to support our shelter pets!
🎟️ Get your tickets: encinitasrotaryclub.ticketspice.com
Can’t attend but still want to help?
Bid in the Silent Auction — you don’t need to be present to win!
Search “Rancho Coastal Humane Society” to find our featured items.
👉 Browse & bid: new.biddingowl.com
See you there!
Thursday
May 1, 2025
15th Annual Taste of Cardiff
The RCHS Thrift Shop is excited to be a “Sip Stop” for the upcoming 15th Annual Taste of Cardiff.
Saturday & Sunday
April 26th & 27th 2025
Encinitas Spring Street Fair
Spring is in the air! We’re back for two days of fun at the Encinitas Street Fair! Our Thrift Shop will also have a special booth!
American Me Comedy for a Cause - One-Nite Benefit for Rancho Coastal Humane Society
STAND UP in support of Rancho Coastal Humane Society!
April 9th | 8PM
La Jolla Comedy Store | 916 Pearl St., La Jolla, CA 92037
Doors open @ 7:30PM.
Click HERE for more information.
Pups, Pints & Forever Homes!
April 5th 12PM – 3PM | Kid Friendly Event
Weir Beer | 1250 Keystone Way, Vista, CA 92081
RSVP HERE!
SDCCU Full Bowls - Pet Food Drive
Donate new, unopened, unexpired dog and cat food to support our furry friends in need.
Pet Assisted Therapy Dog Mini Recruitment Event
Are you interested in Pet Assisted Therapy? Think your dog has what it takes to be a therapy animal? Bring them to our event! You can chat with our certified trainer about your pup and find out how the program works!
May 1st through
May 15th
Empty the Shelters
RCHS is waiving adoption fees for ALL adult dogs and cats during the Bissell Pets Foundation “Empty the Shelters” event.
Through
March 31st
Full Bowls Pet Food Drive with SDCCU
Learn more about the Full Bowls Pet Food Drive and SDCCU by visiting sdccu.com/petfooddrive.