38th ANNUAL OCEANSIDE SAMOAN CULTURAL CELEBRATION

Faʻafetai Tele Lava to Our Sponsors!

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38 Years of Honoring the Legacy of Samoans in Oceanside.

Organized by volunteers dedicated to the stewardship of foundational cultural values — respect, love, reciprocity, and service, this festival is the culmination of daily efforts carried out in year-round initiatives to create a strong and unified community for all who call Oceanside home, one that fosters understanding, encourages collaboration, prioritizes inclusivity, and celebrates diversity. The primary goal is to provide a space where all facets of the community are valued and included to work together for a better tomorrow.

SAVAIʻI UPOLU MANONO APOLIMA TUTUILA AUNUʻU OFU OLOSEGA TAʻŪ *Not to scale

Community Note

The Annual Oceanside Samoan Cultural Celebration takes place within a broader network of year-round community care, youth engagement, and neighborhood advocacy across Oceanside. Beyond this annual gathering, families and youth are supported through ongoing neighborhood-based efforts throughout the year. For current community events, youth activities, and neighborhood updates, families may also visit Save Our Streets (SOS).

Community Events & Updates

Afio Mai!

Come Celebrate With Us!

OSCC 2026 — Week at a Glance

Sunday, July 5th

Event	Time	Location
Youth Rugby Clinic Free Ages 5-18 Boys & Girls Pre-registration required 9:30am check-in See below for flyer information	10:00am - 11:30am	Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
Opening Choir Service	3:00pm - 5:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Monday, July 6th

Event	Time	Location
Sports Clinic & Activities Youth Hoops Pickleball Cupstack Step *Refreshments	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Tuesday, July 7th

Event	Time	Location
Sports Clinic & Activities Youth Hoops Pickleball Cupstack Step *Refreshments	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center
Basketball Tournament	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Wednesday, July 8th

Event	Time	Location
Sports Clinic & Activities Youth Hoops Pickleball Cupstack Step *Refreshments	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Thursday, July 9th

Event	Time	Location
Volleyball Tournament	8:00am	El Camino High School
Basketball Tournament	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Friday, July 10th

Event	Time	Location
Festival Prep & Setup	All Day	Junior Seau Beach Amphitheater
Basketball Tournament	4:00pm - 9:00pm	Melba Bishop Recreation Center

Saturday, July 11th

Event	Time	Location
Oceanside Samoan Cultural Celebration Polynesian Music Dance Food Drinks Honored Guests Special Recognitions	9:00am - 9:00pm	Junior Seau Beach Amphitheater

Sunday, July 12th

Event	Time	Location
Cupstack - Oside's Homegrown Sport	12:00pm - 6:00pm	Junior Seau Beach Amphitheater

OSCC 2026 — Sports Events

Youth Rugby Clinic

· Open to all youth ages 5–18
· Free
· Date: July 5
· Time: 10:00–11:30am (check-in 9:30am)
· Location: MLK Jr. Park
· Pre-registration required

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Basketball Tournament

· Divisions: Adult and 14U Youth
· Dates: July 7–10
· Location: MBRC Gymnasium
· To register a team, contact (808) 342-6340

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Volleyball Tournament

· Coed teams, ages 16 & up
· 8 players max per team
· $200 per team
· Date: July 9
· Location: ECHS Gymnasium
· Payment due June 20 (Venmo/CashApp/Cash)
· To register, text your team name, members, and two jersey colors to (760) 583-2293 by June 20

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Community Event Spotlight

Tupulaga Samoa Co-Ed Softball Tournament 2026

Join us on July 4th as our community gathers for a full day of softball, fellowship, and pride before OSCC week begins!

Registration & Contact Information:

Janet Siliga-Niu

[email protected]

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Don't Miss Out! Mark Your Calendars!

July 5 - July 12, 2026

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Looking Back:

Reflections From 2025

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SITE CREDITS
Samuelu Fesili (site creator)
Daja Fesili (videographer)
Kristian Carreon (photographer)
Lia Mauga (site advisor)
Dr. Grant Muagututi'a (site advisor)