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Find local AA support groups in San Marcos, CA

41 meetings
7 days per week
13 locations
AA Meetings in San Marcos, CA
Meeting NameDay & TimeLocationAddressTypesActions
Grupo Un Nuevo Camino
Sunday at
8:00AM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California
Spanish
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Breakfast Meeting Broken Yolk
Monday at
8:00AM
Broken Yolk
101 South Las Posas Road, San Marcos, California
Open
English
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Serenity Seekers
Sunday at
8:30AM
Evergreen Park
535 Spanish Oak Avenue, San Marcos, California
Closed
Men
English
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Women's Step Study
Thursday at
10:00AM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California
12 Steps & 12 Traditions
Closed
Discussion
+5 more
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Daily Reflections
Sunday at
10:00AM
SM Senior Center (southside entrance)
111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California
Daily Reflections
Open
English
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San Marcos 12 x 12
Friday at
12:00PM
San Marcos Lutheran
3419 Grand Avenue, San Marcos, California
12 Steps & 12 Traditions
Open
Wheelchair Access
+2 more
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Big Book/12&12
Monday at
5:00PM
SM Senior Center (southside entrance)
111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California
12 Steps & 12 Traditions
Big Book
Closed
+1 more
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The Readers
Wednesday at
5:00PM
Panorama Center
131 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California
Open
English
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Living Sober
Thursday at
6:00PM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California
Open
Women
English
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Blind Leading the Blind
Wednesday at
6:30PM
Seventh-Day Adventist
363 Woodland Parkway, San Marcos, California
Closed
Men
English
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Sunset Sisters
Tuesday at
6:30PM
Meadowlark Church
1918 Redwing Street, San Marcos, California
Big Book
Closed
Women
+1 more
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Grupo Renovación
Wednesday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Sunday Big Book Thumpers
Sunday at
7:00PM
San Marcos Lutheran
3419 Grand Avenue, San Marcos, California
Big Book
Closed
Temporary Closure
+1 more
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Out of the Woods Book Study
Tuesday at
7:00PM
Seventh-Day Adventist
363 Woodland Parkway, San Marcos, California
Big Book
Closed
English
View Details
Grupo Un Nuevo Camino
Friday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Grupo Renovación
Tuesday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Grupo Un Nuevo Camino
Saturday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Grupo Renovación
Saturday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Speaker Meeting
Thursday at
7:00PM
The Father's House
1185 Linda Vista Drive, San Marcos, California
Speaker
English
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Grupo Un Nuevo Camino
Sunday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Discussion
Monday at
7:00PM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California
Closed
English
View Details
Grupo Renovación
Sunday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Renovacion
Monday at
7:00PM
375 Rancho Santa Fe - #203
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Grupo Un Nuevo Camino
Monday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details
Grupo Renovación
Friday at
7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California
Spanish
View Details

AA Meetings in San Marcos, CA

Grupo Un Nuevo Camino

Sundays8:00AM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
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Breakfast Meeting Broken Yolk

Mondays8:00AM
Broken Yolk
101 South Las Posas Road, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenEnglish
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Serenity Seekers

Sundays8:30AM
Evergreen Park
535 Spanish Oak Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedMenEnglish
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Women's Step Study

Thursdays10:00AM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

12 Steps & 12 TraditionsClosedDiscussionStep MeetingWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible BathroomWomenEnglish
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Daily Reflections

Sundays10:00AM
SM Senior Center (southside entrance)
111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Daily ReflectionsOpenEnglish
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San Marcos 12 x 12

Fridays12:00PM
San Marcos Lutheran
3419 Grand Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

12 Steps & 12 TraditionsOpenWheelchair AccessWheelchair-Accessible BathroomEnglish
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Big Book/12&12

Mondays5:00PM
SM Senior Center (southside entrance)
111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

12 Steps & 12 TraditionsBig BookClosedEnglish
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The Readers

Wednesdays5:00PM
Panorama Center
131 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenEnglish
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Living Sober

Thursdays6:00PM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

OpenWomenEnglish
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Blind Leading the Blind

Wednesdays6:30PM
Seventh-Day Adventist
363 Woodland Parkway, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedMenEnglish
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Sunset Sisters

Tuesdays6:30PM
Meadowlark Church
1918 Redwing Street, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Big BookClosedWomenEnglish
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Grupo Renovación

Wednesdays7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Sunday Big Book Thumpers

Sundays7:00PM
San Marcos Lutheran
3419 Grand Avenue, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Big BookClosedTemporary ClosureEnglish
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Out of the Woods Book Study

Tuesdays7:00PM
Seventh-Day Adventist
363 Woodland Parkway, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Big BookClosedEnglish
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Grupo Un Nuevo Camino

Fridays7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Renovación

Tuesdays7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Un Nuevo Camino

Saturdays7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Renovación

Saturdays7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Speaker Meeting

Thursdays7:00PM
The Father's House
1185 Linda Vista Drive, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

SpeakerEnglish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Un Nuevo Camino

Sundays7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Discussion

Mondays7:00PM
Grace Episcopal
1020 Rose Ranch Road, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

ClosedEnglish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Renovación

Sundays7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Renovacion

Mondays7:00PM
375 Rancho Santa Fe - #203
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Un Nuevo Camino

Mondays7:00PM
San Marcos
815 Grand Avenue #103, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

Grupo Renovación

Fridays7:00PM
San Marcos
375 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #203, San Marcos, California

Meeting Types & Format:

Spanish
View Meeting Details →

AA Meetings in San Marcos: Your Path to Recovery

Finding the right Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in San Marcos, California is an important first step on your journey to recovery. This directory lists 41 local AA meetings across 13 different locations, providing diverse support options to match your schedule, preferences, and recovery needs.

Whether you're seeking your first AA meeting or looking for additional support in your ongoing recovery, San Marcos's AA community welcomes newcomers and experienced members alike.

What to Expect at Your First AA Meeting in San Marcos

Attending your first AA meeting can feel intimidating, but AA groups in San Marcos typically create a welcoming, judgment-free environment for everyone seeking help with alcohol addiction.

Your First Meeting

  • • Arrive a few minutes early to introduce yourself
  • • No obligation to speak - listening is perfectly acceptable
  • • Share only your first name to maintain anonymity
  • • Meetings typically last 60-90 minutes

Complete Confidentiality

Everything shared in AA meetings stays confidential. "Who you see here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here" is a fundamental principle that protects everyone's privacy and creates a safe space for honest sharing.

Types of AA Meetings Available in San Marcos

AA meetings in San Marcos include various formats to support different stages of recovery and personal preferences:

Open Meetings

Open to anyone interested in learning about AA, including family members, friends, students, and professionals. These meetings help educate the community and reduce stigma around addiction recovery. Learn more →

Closed Meetings

Exclusively for individuals who identify as alcoholics or have a desire to stop drinking. Closed meetings provide a safe, intimate environment for sharing personal recovery challenges. Learn more →

Speaker Meetings

Feature one or more members sharing their complete story of alcoholism and recovery. Speaker meetings inspire hope and demonstrate that long-term sobriety is achievable. Learn more →

Discussion Meetings & Step Study

Interactive meetings focused on specific topics, the 12 Steps, or AA literature. These meetings provide deeper understanding of recovery principles and practical application.

Building Your Recovery Foundation in San Marcos

Regular attendance at AA meetings in San Marcos provides structure, accountability, and community support essential for maintaining sobriety. Many members find success by:

  • →Attending 90 meetings in 90 days - A common recommendation for newcomers to build a strong foundation
  • →Finding a home group - Regular attendance at one specific meeting creates deeper connections
  • →Getting a sponsor - One-on-one mentorship from someone with sustained sobriety
  • →Working the 12 Steps - Following AA's proven program of recovery
  • →Service work - Helping set up meetings, making coffee, or greeting newcomers strengthens recovery

AA Meeting Options in San Marcos

Local AA groups in San Marcos provide support for the unique challenges of maintaining sobriety in the area. Members often share experience with finding sober activities, navigating social situations, and building a recovery network in California.

41
Weekly Meetings
13
Meeting Locations
7
Days Per Week

With meetings throughout the week at various times and locations, you can find a meeting that fits your schedule whether you work traditional hours, night shifts, or have other commitments.

Start Your Recovery Journey Today

You don't have to face alcohol addiction alone. AA groups in San Marcos provide proven support, practical tools, and genuine fellowship from people who understand exactly what you're going through because they've been there themselves.

Recovery is possible, and it starts with a single meeting. Browse the complete list of San Marcos AA meetings above to find a group that meets your needs. Most AA meetings welcome walk-ins, and you typically don't need to call ahead or register.

The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Additional Recovery Resources

While AA provides crucial peer support, comprehensive recovery may include:

  • • Professional addiction counseling and therapy
  • • Medical support for alcohol withdrawal (consult healthcare providers)
  • • Al-Anon meetings for family members affected by someone's drinking
  • • Additional recovery programs that complement AA's spiritual approach
  • • Sober living communities in the San Marcos area

Note: The AA Directory is an independent resource and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. For official AA information, visit aa.org.

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