The spirit, sounds and flavors of southwest Louisiana come alive at the largest and most-authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou. With everything from A to Zydeco, this 4-day, family-friendly cultural celebration takes place on picture-perfect San Diego Bay, featuring 100+ live musical acts & performances on 7 stages, wooden dance floors, shade, green grass and plenty of fun for the kids.

Come for the music, stay for the food. Gator By The Bay’s mouthwatering French Quarter Food Court is what foodie dreams are made of. Check off every box on your bayou-inspired culinary bucket list and chow down on authentic Cajun, Creole and Southern culinary delights, including gumbo, jambalaya, beignets and 10,000 pounds of crawfish brought directly from Louisiana. Gator By The Bay is Mardi Gras in May

Hola & bienvenido to the Gaslamp Quarter, official HQ of Cinco de Mayo, the most celebrated Mexican holiday in San Diego, California!

With the city's proximity to Tijuana, SD is SoCal's #1 destination for the best street tacos, tequila & mezcal bars, reggaeton-salsa music scene and all things Viva Mexico!

CincoDeMayoSD.com is San Diego's #1 Cinco de Mayo Nightlife & Dining Celebration, if you love #FridaKahlo like we do, you will love this Fiesta!

One ticket includes access to Gaslamp Quarter's top 30+ bars, restaurants & nightclubs, 15+ Welcome Shots, Exclusive Drink & Dining Deals, Immersive Art Exhibition, DJs, Dancing & More!

Event Dates/Hours

Fri. May 2, 2025, 6pm - 2am

Sat. May 3, 2025, 3pm - 2am

Mon. May 5, 2025, 6pm - 12am

Opening Party/Will Call Location

Toro Nightclub

672 Fifth Ave, San Diego CA 92101

This is the last concert of the 2025 Center for World Music concert series Echoes of Time.

Mingei International Museum

Friday, June 20, 2025 | 7:30 PM

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Viver Brasil, a dynamic dance company celebrated for its powerful, engaging performances. In this special evening, Viver Brasil will celebrate the roots of samba, tracing the Afro-Brazilian origins that have shaped its rhythm and spirit. In electrifying styles like orixá, forró, and bloco afro, Viver Brasil combines dance with live polyrhythmic music and evocative storytelling to bring the essence of samba’s heritage vividly to life.

After the performance, Viver Brasil’s artists will answer your questions about their journey, influences, and the deeper stories behind each dance. Expect an evening filled with energy, passion, and cultural insight.