Dry January in Carlsbad: Mocktails, Wellness and Alcohol-Free Fun 2025

Whether it’s restorative movement or mindful self-care, this coastal town offers countless ways to support your wellbeing and start the year with intention.

From fresh ingredients to artful presentation, mocktails offer a refreshing way to raise a glass. Here are some of our picks for the best places to enjoy a mocktail in Carlsbad:

Nick’s On State
Serving up more than delicious bites, Nick’s on State offers a variety of tasty mocktails that are free of alcohol but still full of spirit. Visit them on State Street in Carlsbad Village and enjoy a heated patio or their bright and airy indoor seating. Embrace the winter season with their ginger berry mule, where the vibrant fresh berries and bubbly ginger beer will perk you up on a chilly evening. Feeling something more tropical? Try their flavorful tiki twist or spiced guava and be prepared to feel transported to a sunny beach on an island far away.

Campfire
Campfire’s craft cocktail list is known to be lengthy and full of inventive drinks, but did you know they also have some wonderful mocktail offerings? Try the Après Ski for an herbaceous mocktail with grapefruit, or a Firesquad for something with a bit of punch. There are even a few specialty mocktails to celebrate the last of the holiday season. Whatever you choose, it’ll be the perfect complement to one of Campfire’s fire-cooked dishes like their roasted ribeye or signature oysters that are warmed over coals.

Seasons Restaurant
Within the luxurious Four Seasons Residence is Seasons Restaurant which offers an elevated farm-to-table experience that highlights seasonal ingredients. You’ll find an array of zero-proof libations to pair with your meal, like the refreshing green heron or botanical garden spritz made with rose water. Cheers to a wonderful New Year and enjoy the welcoming and intimate atmosphere.

Wildland
The all-day restaurant, Wildland serves up wood-fired pizza, in-house baked goods and other mouthwatering bites in its spacious spot on State Street. Sit outside on their cozy heated patio or watch all the action in the kitchen from a seat indoors, while you sip on one of their creative mocktails. From “Flowers” to “Herbs” their beautifully crafted drinks are sure to leave you impressed.

There are plenty of ways to fill your days and evenings without drinking taking center stage. Carlsbad has a variety of workshops, classes and date-night experiences that invite you to get creative and have fun.

Handled Pottery Studio
Handled Pottery Studio has been a part of the Carlsbad community for over 10 years and provides a space for anyone wanting to learn how to work with clay or fine-tune their clay skills. They offer various one-time classes that would make the ideal date night, or an activity for a friend get-together. From paint and sip to a pottery wheel date night, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to keep a lookout for seasonal workshops as well for a truly special experience, such as the upcoming collaboration on Jan. 16 with Fox & Cocoa that blends art and flavor. For those who are seeking to pick up pottery as a hobby they offer monthly classes that will help you with wheel throwing and hand building.

Barrio Glassworks
Try your hand at glassblowing at Barrio Glassworks, a public studio and gallery in the heart of Carlsbad Village. Start out your glassblowing journey with their intro-level class which requires no prerequisites and will let you create a unique solid glass object. You can book a private one-on-one experience or for a group up to five, making this a fantastic option for a date night and group outing. Once you complete the intro class you can move on to private lessons that let you experiment with applying colors and sculpting to one-of-a-kind creations.

Why not enhance the benefits of Dry January by incorporating other wellness practices at the start of the New Year?

Breathe Degrees
At Breathe Degrees, choose from a variety of yoga and breathwork classes, or book a session for their open plunge & sauna. Start off 2026 healthier and happier by taking advantage of their introductory offer, which includes two weeks of unlimited classes and studio access for the cold plunge and sauna.

Yoga Your Way
Soak in the beauty of one of Carlsbad’s beautiful beaches while stretching out your body at one of Yoga Your Way’s upcoming classes. Choose from beach yoga or Pilates and get ready to feel completely relaxed as you move to the rhythm of the waves. They have the option to drop in for a class so it’s ideal if you want to shake up your usual fitness routine and try something new without the long-term commitment. If you’re up for a challenge, you can even give standup paddleboard yoga a go! With the serene Carlsbad Lagoon as your setting, you can improve your balance and level up your yoga practice with this unique class.

PFC Fitness Camp at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Whether you’re ready to start a new fitness journey or hoping to implement new strategies into your routine, the PFC Fitness Camp at Omni La Costa is ready to help you. Providing a comprehensive approach that includes exercise, nutrition and wellness, the camp offers participants that option to choose a program that suits their needs. There is the option to add on expert tennis and golf instruction as well as classes to learn how to cook healthy gourmet meals.


Wellness Experiences at Miraval Life in Balance Spa at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
Prepare to feel completely renewed at Miraval Life in Balance Spa. This award-winning sanctuary offers thoughtfully curated wellness experiences that include luxurious spa treatments, innovative fitness classes and immersive cooking experiences. Visit for the day or settle in for a multi-day retreat to restore both mind and body.