San Diego Getaway
2007 Events
May
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MAY| JUN
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Concerts on the Green (May - Sept)
In El Cajon near San Diego, Concerts on the Green, featuring jazz, country and Latin beats, are
presented each May through September.
(619) 401-8858
Nations of San Diego International Dance Festival (Early May)
Don't miss the largest ethnic dance festival in Southern California! Nations of San Diego will
showcase the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the regions by featuring exciting dance
troupes with more that 250 dancers and musicians live on one stage.
San Diego Padres baseball . (Mar through Sept)
Runs or buns? No matter. It's Trevor Time! Hop on the trolley and head to the Q. Stop for a
pre-game warm-up at Hazard Center (Trophy's) or Fenton Parkway (Oggi's Pizza), just a few
stops west of Qualcomm Stadium
Carlsbad Flower Fields (Mid- March through May)
It may be a bit more commercial than the old days, but the Carlsbad Flower Fields are still
an amazing sight, and you can finish the day with a trip to nearby Carlsbad Company Stores
for shopping, Legoland for the kiddies or Four Seasons Aviara for high tea.
(760) 431-0352.
Annual Mainly Mozart Festival (May-June)
An all-star orchestra performs the works of Mozart and other Baroque, Classical and Romantic
composers under the baton of Artistic Director, DavidAtherton. Performances in San Diego and
Baja California, Mexico. Dates, tickets: 619-239-0100
Del Mar National Horse Show (Apr 19- May 6)
One of the nation's premier equestrian events, the Grand Prix Del Mar includes championship
riders in dressage and hunter-jumper competitions at the Del Mar Arena. (858) 792-4288
2007 Ramona Rodeo (all Month)
One of the country's top PRCA sanctioned full-scale pro rodeos. Western dances and specialty
western acts. Location: 5th and Aqua, Fred Grand Arena Ramona.
Cinco de Mayo (May 5)
It's not much in the way of history, but Cinco de Mayo sure is a good excuse to raise a frosty
margarita to the sun gods.
Oceanside Cinco De Mayo Fiesta (May 5)
Latino music festival, food, music, entertainment. 11am-5pm, Oceanside Pier Amphitheater.
760-761-1140
Chula Vista Cinco De Mayo Celebration (May 5)
Cultural street fair, on Third Avenue, between E and G Streets. Hispanic entertainment,
food, drinks, arts and crafts. 10am-5pm. 619-442-1982
Cinco in the Gaslamp (May 5)
The Cinco De Mayo Celebration takes the form of an outdoor music block party in the
Gaslamp Quarter. Includes live bands, mariachi music, ballet folklorico, Mexican food,
margaritas and more. Ticketed event, 21 yrs and up. 619-233-5008
Borrego Springs Cinco De Mayo (May 5)
Fiesta features food, music and dancing. Christmas Circle, center of town. 760-767-5555
Annual Julian Wildflower Show (May 10-13)
The annual show presents the area's wildflowers and weeds in colorful arrangements.
10am-5pm, Julian Town Hall. 760-765-1857
Gator by the Bay (May 11-13)
This Mardi Gras Zydeco and Blues Festival at Spanish Landing Park showcases more than a
dozen bands, free dance workshops, a "Taste of Louisiana" food court, kiddie tent, and a
Mardi Gras Parade. (619) 234-8612
Carlsbad Spring Village Faire (early May)
Largest one-day street fair in California. Features exhibitors, international food and
live entertainment. Grand Avenue, between Carlsbad Blvd and Jefferson St, downtown Carlsbad.
8am-5pm. Free shuttle buses from Westfield El Camino Real Mall & Poinsettia Coaster Station.
760-434-8887
Annual San Diego Cajun Zydeco Music and Food Festival (Early May)
This family-oriented event, `Gator by the Bay`, features Cajun and Zydeco bands playing
American music born in the Cajun Triangle. Features food, vendors, cooking demonstrations
and dances lessons. Friday night: Dance, Sat & Sun: Festival, 11am-8pm, Spanish Landing,
Harbor Island. Info 858-492-8748 or Tickets: 619-234-8612
Cupa Days Celebration (early May)
Native-American dancing, handgames, arts, crafts, jewelry and food. Sat: 10am-midnight.
Sun 10am-5pm Admission and parking free. No drugs or alcohol. Pala Indian Reservation,
15 North to 76 East (7 miles). 760-742-1590
Wild Animal Park Founders Day (Mid-May)
In honor of the founding of the San Diego Wild Animal Park, everyone is admitted
free to the park from 9am-4pm. 760-747-8702
19th Annual San Diego American Indian Cultural Days (Mid May)
This event serves as a showcase for rarely-seen American Indian performing groups.
Traditional singers and dancers, American Indian food and arts & crafts. Park Blvd,
Presidents Way, Balboa Park. 10am-6pm, free. 619-281-5964
Portuguese Fiesta (Mid May)
Festival with food, pageantry and entertainment, on Friday and Saturday evenings
and all day Sunday at the United Portuguese Hall, 2818 Avenida de Portugal, Pt Loma.
Features: 10am Sunday Parade, 11am Sunday mass at St. Agnes Church, Pt Loma.
619-223-5880
Chula Vista, A Taste Of The Arts (Mid May)
A free fine arts festival that showcases regional artists in the area of visual
and performing arts. Entertainment, arts, crafts, vendors, food, children's activity
center, salsa contest. Bayside Park, Chula Vista, 9am-5pm.
619-585-5627.
Escondido Street Faire (Mid May)
Arts and crafts,a fine art exhibit, international food fair and children's rides.
9am-5pm. Grand Avenue between Center City Parkway and Ivy.
760-945-9288
Santa Ysabel Arts Festival (May 19-20)
Largest gathering in the back country, of artists, musicians and poets.
Demonstrations of the artists, entertainment, exhibits.
10am-5pm, Highways 78 & 79, Santa Ysabel.
760-765-1676
Sicilian Festival (May 20)
Free festival, includes music, dancing,vendor booths and entertainment. Sunday,
10am-6pm. Little Italy, downtown San Diego. 619-233-3506.
North Park Spring Festival (May 20)
An arts,culture and entertainment festival featuring 5 stages of dance, bands,
performing arts, world music, children's arts and other activities, merchant booths
with unique arts and crafts, food court with international foods and a beer pub.
Location: University Avenue, between 30th and 32nd Streets, 10am-6pm. Free admission.
619-294-2501
Annual Ramona Air Fair (May 26-27)
Aerial fire fighting, aircraft demonstration flights, airplane rides, carnival rides,
hot air balloons, music, fireworks, and more take place at the Ramona Airport. Free
admission. Call (760) 788-6174 for more information.
Annual Valley Center Western Days (Late May)
Features sheriffs, outlaws, cowboys, cowgirls, games, country music, parade and food.
Fri: 5pm-12 midnight features mayor's shoot-out and rodeo, Sat: 7am-12am- parade and
rodeo, Sun: 12pm-5pm--rodeo and exhibit booths. Community Hall, Lilac Rd, Valley Center.
All day event. 760-749-8472
KIFM Jazz Festival (Late May)
Jazz block party and music festival in the Gaslamp Quarter. In addition to the music
on the street, many clubs and restaurants will also feature local jazz bands.
Noon-10pm. 4th Avenue and Island Street, downtown San Diego. Ticketed event/21
years and over only. 619-543-1401
Annual Ethnic Food Fair (Late May)
Dancing, music, and foods of many nations. Free admission. House of Pacific Relations
International Cottages, Balboa Park, noon-5pm 619-234-0739 or 619-239-0512 or 858-292-8592
Annual Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival (Late May- Early June)
A collaborative celebration of Jewish culture, art and soul. The Festival will showcase
an incredible line-up of visual and performing artists. Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza,
downtown San Diego. 619-544-1000
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