May Events in San Diego

Check out these exciting May events happening in San Diego County!

33rd Annual Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo 2016 – May 6 – 8

Start the month with a bang by enjoying delicious food and refreshing drinks in the heart of historic Old Town San Diego to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The event will begin for the 33rd straight year on Friday, kicking off three exciting days of authentic entertainment. The local restaurants and bars will be offering up food and drink specials all weekend while the streets are filled with music from three live band stages and numerous electrifying performances. There will be fun for all ages so bring the family and make sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be a part of Southern California’s largest Cinco de Mayo event!

Presidio Sentinel

Mother’s Day Events – May 8th

Show how much you appreciate the wonderful mothers in your life with an unforgettable celebration. Kick off the day on the beautiful San Diego Bay with a luxurious champagne brunch cruise. Relaxing jazz, outstanding views, and delicious food will accompany you and your loved ones on the two-hour trip around the bay. If you already have plans for the morning, treat her to a memorable Mother’s Day dinner out on the water.

Hornblower

For a fun, healthy event the whole family will enjoy, look no further than the Fourth Annual Mother’s Day Run. Walk or run while enjoying unbeatable views of Mission Bay as you raise money for the San Diego Rescue Mission. All ages and skill levels from casual walkers to trained runners are welcome with options including a 5k, 10k, or 100m “Lil’ Tykes Dash”.

Brunch Cruises:

9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Dinner Cruise:

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Memorial Day – 7th Annual Freedom Festival

Due to its deep-rooted connections and extensive military history, Memorial Day carries extra meaning in America’s Finest City. Pay tribute to our brave veterans and service members by attending the 7th Annual American Freedom Festival on the world-famous U.S.S. Midway. Take in unbelievable views of the San Diego Bay aboard the historic aircraft carrier while listening to classic music from the World’s Greatest Rock n’ Roll All-Star Band. Proceeds from the festival will benefit numerous local military charities including USO and San Diego Armed Services YMCA.

USS Midway Museum

San Diego Padres – Petco Park

When looking for May events in San Diego, there’s nothing that says summer like a day at the ballpark. Luckily for San Diegans, there might not be a better place to catch a game than beautiful Petco Park. The season is heating up and the month of May provides baseball fans of all ages with plenty of opportunities to see the Padres on their hunt for the playoffs. The home slate features thirteen home games this month, including three series against bitter division rivals in the Colorado Rockies, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers.

Major League Baseball

Monday – Wednesday 2-4: Colorado Rockies

Thursday – Sunday 5-8: New York Mets

Tuesday – Thursday 17-19: San Francisco Giants

Friday – Sunday 20-22: Los Angeles Dodgers

Summer Movies in the Park – Waterfront Park

As the end of the school year quickly approaches, parents around the country are scrambling to find family-friendly May events to keep their young ones entertained. In San Diego, this problem solves itself, beginning late this month with Summer Movies in the Park. Don’t spend another Friday night at home on the couch. Grab the kids and head to one of the various parks around the county to enjoy a number of hit movies under the stars.