Gator By The Bay Festival

Celebrate Mardi Gras in May at the 19th annual Gator By The Bay Festival at Spanish Landing Park, across from the San Diego Airport from May 5 - May 8, 2022!

The spirit, sounds and flavor of Mardi Gras come alive at the largest and most-authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou. With everything from A to Zydeco, this four-day, family-friendly cultural celebration takes place on the picture-perfect San Diego Bay, featuring more than 100 live musical acts and special performances on seven stages, dance floors filled with happy dancers, and plenty of fun for the kids.

Come for the music, stay for the food. Gator By The Bay’s mouthwatering French Quarter Food Court is what foodie dreams are made of. Check off every box on your bayou-inspired culinary bucket list and chow down on authentic Cajun, Creole and Southern culinary delights, including gumbo, jambalaya, beignets and a whopping 10,000 pounds of crawfish brought directly from Louisiana. Gator By The Bay is Mardi Gras in May–Let the good times roll!