From Cinco de Mayo in Old Town, to bugs paired with local beers in Balboa Park, to Bluegrass music in East County, there’s a lot going on! Here are the top things to do in San Diego this weekend:
Cinco de Mayo
Ajua! Celebrate the culture, dance, music and food of Mexico during the weekend long celebration of Cinco de Mayo in San Diego.
> Read our blog post on Cinco de Mayo 2013
Bugs & Beer, A True Test of Your Taste Buds!
Sip, sample, and savor edible insect delights and enjoy a selection of local brews. Not feeling up to eating arthropods? Not to worry, as there will be hosted appetizers available as well. While your taste buds are experiencing an explosion of flavor, explore Dr. Entomo’s Palace of Exotic Wonders! Learn from Dr. Michael Wall, Museum Curator of Entomology, how insects help create the amazing flavors we experience in our everyday foods!
Where: San Diego Natural History Museum – 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
When: May 1, 2013
Time: 6:30 to 9:00 PM
Cost: $20-$25
> Find out more about Bugs & Beer, A True Test of Your Taste Buds!
Ramona Bluegrass & Old West Fest
Enjoy two full days of bluegrass and old-fashioned cowboy music, along with jam sessions and workshops for children, at the Ramona Bluegrass and Old West Festival. Make it the whole weekend by camping under the stars as the music in the background lulls you to sleep.
Where: Ramona Outdoor Community Center – 421 Aqua Lane, Ramona, CA 92065
When: May 4-5, 2013
Cost: $5-$20. Entry with Camping Spot – $15-$40
> Find out more about the Ramona Bluegrass & Old West Fest
Carlsbad Spring Village Faire
Considered the largest single day street faire in the nation, the annual Carlsbad Village Street Faire features vendors sell everything from clothes, accessories, plants and household products to art, antiques and home decor; an international food court; and a children’s entertainment area includes games, a super slide, a bounce house, a rock climbing wall, face painting and arts and crafts.
Where: Grand Avenue between Carlsbad Blvd. and Jefferson St.
When: May 5, 2013
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
> Find out more about the Carlsbad Spring Village Faire
2nd Annual Chocolate Festival
Perfect for adults and children the 2nd Annual Chocolate Festival: A Celebration of Chocolate on the Bay, a tasting and educational showcase and festival featuring food, wine, and of course, a variety of chocolate treats. Kids activities include games with prizes, a scavenger hunt and building a personal chocolate pizza.
Where: Maritime Museum of San Diego – 1492 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
When: May 4-5, 2013
Cost: Members – Free. Nonmembers – $15.
> Find out more about the 2nd Annual Chocolate Festival
Sage & Songbirds Garden Tour and Festival
Celebrating Alpine’s designation as America’s First Community Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation with and Garden tour and a festival including caterpillar races, butterfly releases, live birds of prey, live hummingbirds, snakes, reptiles, bugs & other critters, a garden mart, plant sales, opportunity drawings and live entertainment.
Where: Viejas Outlet Center – 5000 Willows Road, Alpine, CA 91901
When: May 3-5, 2013
Cost: Free. Garden Tour – $20
> Find out more about the Sage & Songbirds Garden Tour and Festival
Del Mar National Horse Show
The last week of the Del Mar National Horse Show is dedicated to Hunter/Jumper riding. The week also includes the $100,000 Grand Prix of Del Mar, an evening filled with exciting speed, agility and nail-biting competition!
Where: Del Mar Fair Grounds – 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
Dates: Through May 5, 2013
Cost: $10-$19. Weekdays – Free.
> Find out more about the Del Mar National Horse Show
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