Celebrate Small Business Week, Shop During Duck Race Season, Register for Summer Social, Participate in Vista Community Market and Rhythm & Brews, Apply to MetroConnect Program, Follow Vista's LinkedIn Page
This week is National Small Business Week, and the City of Vista would like to acknowledge and express it's appreciation for the critical contributions of Vista's local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Please click on the image above to view a special thank you video dedicated to our small business owners, whose hard work and passion help make Vista an exceptional community. We encourage the continued support of all Vista small businesses!
If you are a local small business in Vista, please click below to access our free SizeUp market research insights tool, which is designed to help your business thrive and be more successful.
Shop Downtown During Duck Race Season | May 9 - May 18
The 24th Annual Vista Duck Race launches on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the Wave Waterpark from 1–4 p.m. Admission is $5 and includes entry to win over $10,000 in prizes as thousands of rubber ducks race down the Ripetide Slide at 2:30 p.m. Extra entries can be earned by purchasing Vista Bucks, shopping locally, uploading selfies, or joining the “City Hall Challenge,” where five autographed ducks race on behalf of Vista’s City Council and winners receive a $25 Vista Bucks Card and an autographed duck!
During Duck Race Season (May 9–18), shoppers can earn one duck entry for every $10 spent at any Downtown Vista business (limit four entries per receipt) by uploading a photo of their receipt at VistaDuckRace.com. Several businesses are also offering meal deals and other promotions during Duck Race Season!
Visit the Economic Development Blog below for details and support Vista's Downtown and small businesses during Small Business Week!
Celebrate innovation in North County at the 13th Annual Summer Social hosted by Connect! Join the fun on June 3rd at The Flower Fields—with the 2025 Cool Companies, music, food, drinks, and big community energy. Made possible with the support of Innovate78 and Interlaced.
Register below to receive a special 25% discount off the regular registration price!
Sunday, June 8 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Vista Village Gazebo
Welcome Summer and enjoy a day of live music, shopping, and good vibes in Downtown Vista! Free to the public, enjoy supporting local makers, artists, crafters, and businesses.
Click below to learn more about participating as a vendor, or being a performer! Please share your interest by May 31, 2025.
Save the date and join us for Rhythm and Brews 2025, a premier craft beer and music festival in the heart of Downtown Vista! Experience an afternoon filled with incredible live music, exceptional craft beer, and local vendors in a vibrant outdoor setting. Ticketson sale now!
Click below if you're interested in being a vendor at the festival and learn more about partnership opportunities!
Grow your international sales withMetroConnect VII, the seventh cohort of World Trade Center San Diego's flagship export assistance program, presented by Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and JPMorgan Chase.
Apply by June 30 to be one of 15 companies to receive:
$5,000 export grant and chance to win $25,000 Grand Prize
Advising on STEP grant—additional $5,000-10,000 opportunity
40+ mentorship hours from top leaders at multinational corporations
7 executive workshops: Market entry, export finance, global marketing, international trade shows, and more (plus 2 specialized sessions per industry track)
1-year San Diego Regional EDC membership—$5,000 value
Discounts on international travel with partner airlines
Complimentary consulting and support from vetted service providers
Company applicants must:
Be headquartered in San Diego
Be export-ready (already exporting goods/services or looking to pursue international sales as a near-term priority)
Have been in business for at least 1 year
Click below for more information and apply by June 30!
The Vista Economic Development LinkedIn page is a new initiative designed to spotlight and support local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community efforts that make Vista such a vibrant place to live and work.
We’re excited to feature stories of growth, innovation, and positive impact.
By following our LinkedIn page, you’ll get access to:
Business spotlights highlighting Vista-based companies
Success stories and inspiring entrepreneurial journeys
Updates on local economic growth and community initiatives
Resources for 1-1 training and assistance to help you thrive
We encourage you to share this with the designated hiring manager in your organization to ensure everyone can benefit from the valuable insights and resources available.
Feel free to follow us on LinkedIn and click below!
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