Gaslamp’s Cinco De Mayo Festival

The Gaslamp Quarter invites the public to its second annual free Cinco de Mayo Festival, an all-day, family-friendly celebration packed with live Latin music, Lucha Libre wrestling, artisan vendors, lowriders, restaurant specials, and an entire block dedicated to dogs in festive fashion. Taking place on Fifth Avenue from F Street to Island Avenue on Saturday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Skywalker Soiree

The Original 40 Brewing Company hosts its second annual Skywalker Soiree to celebrate May the Fourth on Sunday, May 4 from 1-4 p.m. Raffle prizes, themed beer, and a costume contest will be on tap.

“Hamilton”

The Broadway tour of “Hamilton” is returning to San Diego from May 6–18. Tickets are available at broadwaysd.com for the musical from the creative mind of Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Gator by the Bay

Gator By The Bay Festival, held annually on Mother’s Day weekend at Spanish Landing Park, is San Diego’s ultimate celebration of Louisiana music, food, and culture. Visit Gatorbythebay.com for the full line up, ticket costs, and times for the festival taking place May 8-11.

Curebound concert

Legendary music icon, humanitarian, and global superstar Elton John joins Curebound for the 2025 Concert for Cures on Friday, May 9 at 8 p.m. at Petco Park. Tickets start at $300.

University Heights Party on Park

Every few years, Park Boulevard shuts down for an epic block party, bigger this year than ever before as it stretches from Madison Avenue to Adams Avenue on Saturday, May 10 from 3-7 p.m. $20 wristbands include bites and drinks from local restaurants, a local makers market, live music and more.

Park Bench Confessions

What Next? Collective presents a staged reading of works from local playwrights in a funny, fearless show about women’s work on Saturday, May 10 at 4 p.m. at National Comedy Theater (3717 India St.). Tickets are $25 at tinyurl.com/pbctix.

Always WNDR with the Homies

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month (May), WNDR Museum San Diego is hosting a powerful evening of immersive art, music, and impact on Saturday, May 10 from 7-10 p.m. benefitting Miriam’s House LA. Tickets are $60.

San Diego International Fringe Festival

The San Diego International Fringe Festival returns for its 13th, celebrating creativity without boundaries and performances that push the edge. This year’s festival includes 45 shows from a range of artists, both local and international from May 15-25. To see venue maps, show schedules and buy tickets, visit sdfringe.org.

GoldenPalooza

Join this free music and art event to fundraise for Golden Hill UTK-8 Dual Language Immersion School on Saturday, May 17 from at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Golden Hill Rec Center.

Taste of East Village

Don’t miss out on this must-attend event on May 21-22 from 4-8 p.m. and discover the flavors of East Village. For more information and to purchase $45 tickets, visit TasteOfEastVillageSD.com.

Mama’s Day

Mama’s Kitchen is returning to the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the 34th annual Mama’s Day fundraiser on Friday, June 6, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets start at $190 for unlimited bites from top chefs in the region.

Top photo courtesy Gator by the Bay