
Upcoming events.
Trains & Trails San Diego River Walk
Join us for an easy Father’s Day walk along the San Diego River. You don’t have to be a father to join but you can bring your father along.
We will start at Fashion Valley Station, which provides ample parking.
From there we’ll walk east until Rio Vista Station where we will take the trolley back to Fashion Valley.
All in all this is going to be a 2 mile easy walk.

SPECIAL EVENT: Oceanside Transit Center Transformation Presented by NCTD
The Oceanside Transit Center is getting a major glow-up, and you’re invited to get the inside scoop! Join us for a fun, laid-back presentation from North County Transit District on the exciting changes coming to this major hub – from new housing and retail to vibrant public spaces and a better transit experience.
🚆 Join the Ride Up Departing Times:
Santa Fe Depot – 4:20 PM
Old Town – 4:27 PM
🚆 Catch the Ride Back Departing Time:
Oceanside Transit Center – 7:36 PM
This is your chance to meet fellow transit enthusiasts, urbanists, and community advocates, while learning how Oceanside is growing and improving its transit.
This event is hosted in partnership with Strong Towns Oceanside. Give them a follow!
We hope to see you there!
Buses & Brews - North Park Coffee Hang
Transit Tribe,
It's May! This time the event is all about the morning brews. Grab a (caffeinated) drink of your choice or a morning snack at Lazy Eye Coffee in the center of North Park.
We're gonna have a relaxed morning and talk about current RideSD initiatives and what else we can do to improve transit and housing in America's finest city.

April General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!
Buses & Brews - Walking Edition
Join us for another round of “Buses & Brews”!
This time, we're not just grabbing a drink—we're going for a stroll. We'll walk together from Belmont Park to Crystal Pier, then hop on the bus as a group to head back.
It’s a perfect outing for anyone curious about using public transit in San Diego but hasn’t taken the leap yet. All you need is a Pronto Pass or a bank card to ride.
We'll kick things off at Draft South Mission. Parking is available in the lots around Belmont Park.

March General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Trains & Trails Tecolote Canyon
Are you ready for a hike? RideSD invites you all for an easy hike in Tecolote Canyon. You will benefit from leaving your car at home because this is a one way hike. We’ll meet at the bus stop. Busses arrive at 10:12 and 10:20.

February General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

January General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Trains & Trails Black Canyon Trail
First hike of the year! We’re gonna take it easy an are just going to do a short 2 mile hike starting from UCSD Central Campus Station.
We’ll meet at UCSD at 10:21am but we will also go together from Downtown

November General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Trains & Trails: Balboa Park and South Park
Join us for our 2nd group hike in Balboa Park. Enjoy an easy 2 mile, mostly flat stroll from Golden Hill through Balboa Park until we end up in South Park for some relaxed lunch.
We’ll meet at Dark Horse Coffee Roasters where everyone is able to get the caffeine fix and then we will start the hike together.

Buses & Brews North County
We didn’t meet for a while. Let’s check out North County. Start time is coordinated with Coaster arrival times from the North and South.
It’s an informal hang out to talk about transit all over the county. So if you have ideas how to make transit better, especially in North County, please come by.
Ride with Us!
Some of our members will be taking the Coaster from downtown. If you want to join us at Santa Fe Depot or anywhere along the route. This is the schedule of the train we’ll be taking.
Santa Fe Depot: 5:20 PM
Old Town Transit Center: 5:27 PM
Sorrento Valley: 5:49 PM
If you have questions, arrive a little early (around 5pm) we can help you out with tickets etc…

October General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

September General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Uptown Election Watch Party
NOTE: This event is replacing our usual monthly meeting at Quartyard.
After you vote in the Uptown CPG elections, join RideSD and Vibrant Uptown for our monthly meeting on August 20th, 6:30 PM, at Pure Project in Bankers Hill (2865 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103).
Enjoy a drink, connect with fellow urbanists, and watch the Uptown CPG election results come in with us. Together we can improve transit in the region, one conversation at a time.
You do not need to live in Uptown or have voted in the elections to join us, everyone is welcome! It is accessible by the 3, 11, and 120 bus routes. Open to all ages.
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Circulate Summer 2024 Membership Mixer
Join Circulate San Diego for their Summer Membership Mixer on July 16th and Circulate's new downtown office at 701 B St. We will also celebrate the release of our newest report: A Better Coastal Commission.
This is going to be a fun evening with our diverse and engaged membership for networking, free drinks, music, and celebrations. Mingle with Circulate staff members, local decision-makers, and professionals in the land use and transportation space.
NOTE: This is a ticketed event. If you’re a RideSD member, reach out to Leif.

Trains & Trails: Bay to Park Paseo
Join RideSD members for a special edition of Trains & Trails: a private guided walking tour of one of the Bay to Park Paseo, a World Design Capital 2024 Impact Project.
The Bay to Park Paseo is a 1.7-mile walking experience along Park Boulevard through downtown from San Diego Bay to Balboa Park.
Designed by volunteer designers, artists, and storytellers, the Paseo is a unique, engaging, and impermanent pedestrian experience.
We’ll meet at the Hilton Bayfront in Downtown

Field Trip: RailPAC SoCal Meetup in Fullerton
Our friends from Rail Passenger Association of CA & NV are hosting a SoCal meetup in Fullerton on July 6th.
Because the meetup is close to the station we are gonna go together with the Pacific Surfliner. We will leave at 10:01 from Santa Fe Depot with the Pacific Surfliner.

Trains & Trails Van Dam Peak
Together with our friends from Circulate we're hosting another Trains & Trails. We're taking the 235 to Saber Springs and hiking up to Van Dam Peak!
Bring sunscreen, proper shoes and enough water.
Meet us at 9:40 at Santa Fe depot. The bus leaves on time!
If you have an account, RSVP on Meetup

June General Meeting
Instead of our regular monthly meetings, we're encouraging everyone to attend the LOSSAN Rail Realignment Public Scoping Meeting hosted by SANDAG. This is a crucial opportunity to learn about and contribute to the future of our region’s rail infrastructure!
Want to meet up and head there with other transit advocates? Join our Discord or contact us via contact@ridesd.org.
See you there!

Combined Urbanist, BikeSD, YIMBYDems and RideSD Meetup
Hey everyone! Mark your calendars for June 6th, 7PM. That night is the Urbanist Meetup at Panama 66!
This one will be a banger because RideSD, BikeSD, YIMBY, and Urbanist Meetup are inviting all their followers! It will be a great time.
Bike racks will be available (bring your own locks).

May General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
See you there!

Buses & Brews Coffee Edition
It’s been a while, especially for our coffee edition meetup.
We’ll be having a sip somewhere in Mission Valley this time. Stay tuned for more Infos

April General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
See you there!

March General Meeting
Note: This is a different location that usually
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
See you there!

Trains & Trails Mission Bay
Together with our friends from Circulate we'll be hosting another Trains & Trails event.
We will audit the of the walk to Mission Bay.
Meet us at Old Town station at 10am so we can take the trolley together. After the walk audit we will get some coffee at Superbloom Cafe and stroll north through Mission Bay.

February General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
See you there!

Trains & Trails #5 - Five Bridges Hike
The first hike of the year starts easy with a friendly neighborhood stroll.
Based on the famous 7 Bridges Hike, we will take on our spin on it. 2 bridges less but nevertheless a ton of fun.
We’ll meet at HOB coffee on Park Blvd, close to the bus stops for the 7, 11, 1, 10 and 215.

January General Meeting
Join us at our monthly meetings, starting at 6:30pm, for open and insightful discussions about transportation in San Diego.
Feel free to arrive a little early, from 6:00pm onwards, to hang out and socialize with fellow enthusiasts. We typically feature a guest speaker who brings a fresh perspective on our city's transportation issues - stay tuned for the announcement!
It's an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts, learn more about the transport scene, and collaborate on innovative solutions, all while enjoying some quality drinks. Together, we can make a difference in our city, one conversation at a time.
See you there!

November General Meeting
Come join us for discussions about transport in San Diego and great drinks.
We will start the meeting at 6:30 but you’re welcome to come and socialize beforehand!