SoCal Taco Fest Joins Viva La Música at SeaWorld San Diego

SoCal Taco Fest is back and bigger than ever, teaming up with SeaWorld’s Viva La Música for an epic celebration of tacos, music, and the vibrant spirit of Latin culture. This legendary festival is marking its 10th anniversary in the best way possible—at SeaWorld San Diego!

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A Flavor-Packed Weekend

For the first time, the festival is an all-ages event, bringing San Diego’s best taco spots, high-energy DJs, live Latin music, thrilling Lucha Libre matches, and, of course, the fan-favorite Chihuahua Beauty Pageant to one ultimate weekend of fun.

More Than Just Tacos

The party doesn’t stop with tacos and entertainment! SoCal Taco Fest officially kicks off Viva La Música, which continues every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through May 18.

Indulge in authentic Latin flavors, dance to live performances at Bayside Amphitheater, and explore SeaWorld’s latest attraction, Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience—the first of its kind for the park!

See you there!

📅 May 3 – 4, 2025
📍 500 Sea World Dr., San Diego
🎟️ Single-Day Ticket: $69.99
🎟️ SoCal Taco Fest Fun Card: $99.99 (Includes unlimited access to SoCal Taco Fest + SeaWorld admission for all of 2025!)
🎟️ Get your tickets here

Don’t miss this celebration of tacos, music, and the vibrant spirit of Latin culture!

See you there, San Diego!

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Event Details
  • Start Date
    May 3, 2025 10:00 am
  • End Date
    May 4, 2025 7:00 pm
  • Status
    All done
  • Location
  • Venue
    • SeaWorld San Diego
  • Address
    500 Sea World Dr., San Diego
  • Tickets
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  • Address
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