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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 4/25
Carlsbad makes it easy to dispose of unwanted or expired medication all year long, including at a special event on Saturday, April 25 as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
04/21/2026 9:00 AM
City Manager's Update, April 16, 2026
We’re in store for a beautiful weekend, so I wanted to start with an update on the improvements the city is making to the beach stairs and sidewalk along picturesque Carlsbad Boulevard. This video brings you up to speed on the project along the walkway, and I’ll have more details in today's update.
04/16/2026 5:30 PM
New illegal fireworks ordinance adopted
Curbing illegal fireworks
04/16/2026 4:00 PM
Fiesta at the Rancho
Last call for early bird tickets for Fiesta at the Rancho, an evening under the stars at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
04/16/2026 3:30 PM
Celebrating Arbor Day
The City of Carlsbad will celebrate Arbor Day with a hands-on opportunity to help plant 25 trees at Poinsettia Community Park.
04/15/2026 12:48 PM
Carnival Classics Return
Hot Rods & Cool Treats cruises back into town
04/15/2026 12:22 PM
City Manager's Update, April 9, 2026
This week, we’re sharing a preview of construction plans to widen the next section of El Camino Real, an update on proposed Terramar street improvements and a look ahead to our Earth Day Celebration later this month.
04/09/2026 5:30 PM
Rattlesnake safety
With warmer weather, more people are out walking, hiking and spending time in their yards. Spring is also when rattlesnakes and other wildlife become more active.
04/08/2026 4:58 PM
Earth Month Celebration
Earth Month is a chance to enjoy everything that makes Carlsbad special, from our beaches and trails to our neighborhoods and parks, and to think about the small ways we can help care for them.
04/08/2026 4:09 PM
City Manager's Update, April 2, 2026
A new interactive annual report from our Fire Department plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the newest exhibit at the William D. Cannon Art Gallery.
04/02/2026 5:30 PM
Chestnut Underpass public art
An updated design for public art at the Chestnut Avenue I-5 underpass is now available to review.
04/01/2026 9:00 AM
Carlsbad Fire Department releases 2025 Annual Report
New interactive StoryMap format
03/31/2026 1:15 PM
Make plans for Earth Month
April is Earth Month, a time to appreciate Carlsbad’s natural beauty and take simple steps to care for the places we all share.
03/30/2026 11:00 AM
City Manager's Update, March 26, 2026
New e-bike safety laws are now in effect in Carlsbad, and education will continue to be our focus over the next 60 days.
03/26/2026 5:30 PM
Carlsbad Reads Together 2026
The annual city-wide reading challenge starts April 1.
03/26/2026 1:00 PM
Poinsettia Community Park field reopens
The multipurpose field at Poinsettia Community Park has reopened following a project to replace the synthetic turf.
03/26/2026 12:00 PM
New ordinance to curb illegal fireworks
A new ordinance aims to address illegal fireworks by strengthening enforcement and improving public safety.
03/25/2026 4:53 PM
Sustainable Carlsbad newsletter
Declutter responsibly, celebrate Earth Month and protect local waterways.
03/20/2026 3:00 PM
City Manager's Update, March 19, 2026
The first day of spring may be Friday, but with this heat it feels like we’ve skipped right to summer.
03/19/2026 6:00 PM
Two local emergencies terminated
All work is complete after expedited repairs.
03/17/2026