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

A highly-anticipated 7+ stage, 80+ bands, 3-day music, culinary and arts festival will descend upon the stunning waterfront of downtown San Diego all along the Embarcadero. The festival offers diverse attractions including yacht parties, water sports, art installations, after-parties, a craft beer village and plenty of local flavors. Wonderfront festival’s re-entry policy encourages festival-goers to customize their weekend experience and truly integrates the city into the fabric of the festival.

Ticket Price: $35 GA/$62 reserved loft seating (available over the phone or in person at out box office)

In the mood for a melody? Catch Michael Cavanaugh playing the music of Billy Joel & Elton John at the Moonlight! Cavanaugh was handpicked by Billy Joel to star in the hit Broadway musical Movin’ Out, receiving both Tony and Grammy nominations for the role. Billboard calls Cavanaugh the “New Voice of the American Rock and Roll Songbook.” BroadwayWorld referred to the entertainer as “The New Piano Man,” and Reuters named him “Entertainer of the Year.” The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John features the greatest hits of these two great rock piano legends. Songs include “Piano Man,” “Rocket Man,” “Bennie and the Jets,” “Movin’ Out,” “I’m Still Standing,” “My Life” and many more. Ranked in the Top 50 touring shows in the last two years, don’t miss the “Amazing” (The New York Times) and “Brilliant” (Variety Magazine) show.