OBMA Member & Business News
This section is for OBMA Member-specific information, events, issues, and news for small business owners in Ocean Beach.
Members, if you wish to have an announcement or article published in our Local News section for the general public, please email us your article or announcement here.
2026 Hodads Burger Eating Competition
The Hodad's Burger Eating Contest was held on the Sunset Stage from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Congratulations to the 2026 Hodad’s Burger Eating Contest winner, Fausto Baltazar. He was the first to enjoy seven Hodad’s burgers! Thanks to everyone who participated in this time-honored OB contest.
2026 OB Dirty Birds Wing Eating Competition
2026 Winners The 6th Annual Dirty Birds Chicken Wing Eating Contest raised $10,375 for the OB Clean & Safe Program. A wholehearted shout-out to all of the 13 contestants & sponsoring organizations (listed below) for leading this truly successful community collaboration. Our annual event has raised $48, 678 for our beloved community! Wing Eating Contest: Wing Champ: Scott Ditzenberger (30) California Wild Ales
Get Involved: How to Participate in San Diego City Council Meetings
Enhanced Public Participation UPDATES Make your voice heard! The City Council values public input and encourages residents to participate in local government. Use the steps below to address the Council on issues that matter to your community. Step 1: Find a Meeting Date Review the Legislative Calendar to see all upcoming City Council meeting dates and times. Step 2: Review the Agenda Go to sandiego.gov/cc and review the agenda.
2026 Ocean Beach Chili Cook-Off Winners
The Chili Cook-Off competition was held in the grassy area between Newport Avenue and the Pacific. Chili tasters put their tastebuds to the test and cast their votes alongside the judges! Chili tasting. Competitors showcased their chili cooking skills by competing for great prizes... not to mention the satisfaction of winning! Congrats to our 2026 OB Chili Cook-Off winners! Judging Chili judging will be based on ICS guidelines for:
OBMA Member Sundowner - May 28
Friendly Reminder: Sundowner events are for networking. All active OBMA members and key team members are welcome to join us at this fun networking event in Ocean Beach at 5:30 pm. The food served is intended to be a snack to enjoy while mingling and networking, not dinner. Please ensure all guests have eaten before helping yourself to seconds. Not a member? Interested in learning more about Sundowner events and additional membership perks? Reach out to the OBMA team at (619) 224-4906.
Economic Vitality Committee Workshop: AI for Small Businesses
Alicia Shapiro provided tangible tips and tricks for businesses during our workshop on May 12, 2026. Alicia is the CMO and Head of News Reporting at AiNews.com, where she covers the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and its impact on business, media, and society. She is also the founder of Aliro Marketing, a San Diego-based social media agency that helps small businesses and organizations strengthen their digital presence.
AI for Small Businesses presented by Alicia Shapiro
A fundamental shift in how to market your business! Join the Ocean Beach Mainstreet Association Economic Vitality Committee for coffee & pastries during this engaging session on how artificial intelligence is transforming marketing for small businesses. Learn practical strategies and tools you can start using right away! Tuesday, May 12, 2026 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM 4851 Newport Avenue
How San Diego Tourism & Google Are Helping OB Businesses Thrive – Event Recap
The Enjoy Ocean Beach Marketing Breakfast was a success, bringing together local business owners, marketers, and community members for an informative morning focused on boosting tourism and digital visibility in Ocean Beach. The event, hosted by the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association (OBMA), featured valuable insights from industry experts and practical takeaways for attendees.
E.V. Committee Workshop - May 13, 2026
Join us for the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association’s Economic Vitality Committee Workshop. More information coming soon.
Annual OBMA MAD Meeting
Newport Avenue Maintenance Assessment District Annual Meeting Join us for the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association’s Annual MAD Meeting at the office. Topic: OBMA Maintenance Assessment District Annual Meeting Time: May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Member Event: OBMA Annual Marketing Breakfast - Feb 24
Take your Customer Engagement & Service to the next level! Registration and a light breakfast will be served at 7:30 am, followed by a presentation and a Q&A. All OBMA members and their key employees are welcome to attend this free event. Location: Submerge 4851 Newport Ave., San Diego, CA 92107
Ocean Beach MainStreet Association Celebrates Community at 2025 Annual Awards
The Ocean Beach MainStreet Association (OBMA) hosted its Annual Awards Celebration on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at St. Peter’s by the Sea, honoring the outstanding contributions of local businesses, volunteers, and community leaders who helped make 2025 a remarkable year for Ocean Beach. Executive Director Denny Knox kicked off the evening by recognizing sponsors, board members, staff, and partners, highlighting that 2025 saw one of the strongest periods for new business openings in recent memory. More than a dozen new storefront businesses were celebrated for choosing Ocean Beach and driving neighborhood economic growth.
Join Us for the OBMA Annual Awards Celebration!
All Members are Invited to Celebrate Ocean Beach Excellence! The Ocean Beach MainStreet Association (OBMA) is thrilled to host our annual awards celebration, honoring the incredible businesses, individuals, and community spirit that make Ocean Beach, San Diego (92107) so special. Come enjoy a fun evening by the beach as we recognize outstanding contributions and raise funds for our ongoing community efforts.
OBMA's Spring Workshop - Tips & Tricks for Customers to easily find your busines online
SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP One of the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association's Economic Vitality Committee goals each year is to provide our members with two valuable workshops that will help you and your business thrive. How AI has changed how Customers find your business on the Internet Tips & Tricks for navigating search engine optimization (aka how customers find you on the World Wide Web) and how AI is impacting how customers find your business. This is going to be a fascinating workshop led by Alicia Shapiro with AI News and a local OBecian who will focus on real-life scenarios for OB businesses. Save the date! Tuesday, May 12, 2026
VOTE NOW: OBMA Annual Awards
Ocean Beach MainStreet Association members and community members. It's that time of year again to recognize OBMA businesses that shone and exemplified the OB spirit in 2025. Although all the businesses listed below will receive an award from the OBMA, it's your chance to vote for the "People's Choice Award" in each category. This survey will be open through December 31, 2025, at 11:59 pm. Make sure to vote when you initially open this survey. Once the survey is opened and closed, it can not be returned to later.
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