Where To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In San Diego
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, and nobody does it bigger and better than Cinco de Mayo in San Diego!
Whether you’re looking for a more authentic cultural experience, or a party, we’ve got you covered. Here’s the big list of where to dine, drink and party this Cinco de Mayo weekend!
May 5-7th
Old Town Cinco de Mayo
For the most authentic Cinco de Mayo celebration in San Diego, head to Cinco de Mayo in Old Town, which attracts 100,000+ people for the three-day festival! 🎊🎶
Enjoy a weekend-long celebration filled with food, drink specials, and entertainment starting on Friday, May 5.
Don’t miss the Harney Street Market, where you can find unique artisanal crafts. Bring the family on Saturday and Sunday for exciting kid-friendly activities.
May 5th
The Padres Play the Dodgers!

The Padres will host the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park on Cinco de Mayo (Game time: 6:40 p.m.), and while there are extremely limited tickets left, here’s how fans with tickets to the game can celebrate the holiday:
City Connect Friday returns on May 5 and the team will sport their coastal California and Baja peninsula-inspired jerseys in pink, mint and gold on the field. Fans can arrive early and enjoy Party in the Park presented by Southwest Airlines with a special City Connect theme that will feature live music and $5 drink specials in Gallagher Square beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Cinco de Mayo SD in Gaslamp
If you’re looking for the party, head to Gaslamp to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tequila, tacos, tunes, shots, and free entry to 20 Gaslamp venues celebrating the holiday!
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
Specials at Your Favorite Restaurants and Bars!
Most of your favorite restaurants and bars will have some sort of specials happening, so be sure to head out to support them and have some fun! Here are some standouts to check out.

May 6th
Bayfront Cinco de Mayo at Seaport Village
Seaport Village, downtown San Diego’s iconic shopping and dining complex on the bay, is set to host a Cinco de Mayo celebration on Saturday, May 6th.

Presented in partnership with Canal 12 Televisa, the free family-friendly event will play host to the gamut of live entertainment, captivating performances, and an all-around Mexican fiesta.
See you there!
Have a great time and be safe!