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The 5th Annual North Park Salsa Fest offers a flavor-packed afternoon at North Park Mini Park on Saturday, May 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year, 17 local restaurants including reigning champions Tribute Pizza and Thai Time will face off for bragging rights, and only the crowd can crown the coveted “People's Choice” winner. A vibrant, family-friendly community celebration, North Park Salsa Fest invites San Diegans of all ages to spend the afternoon enjoying live music including Mariachi, kids' activities, a community art mural, food trucks, and craft beer and beverages from local breweries, all while tasting and rating salsas from some of San Diego's favorite local restaurants and businesses. This year's fierce lineup features 17 competitors vying for the title of Best Salsa. Returning fan favorites include Bivouac Ciderworks, Fairplay (2024 People's Choice winner), Original 40 Brewing Company, Ruth's No. 5, Subterranean, Thai Time (2024 Judges' Choice winner), and Tribute Pizza — the reigning 2025 People's Choice and Judges' Choice champion and a three-time People's Choice winner. Joining the competition for the first time are Bacari, Black Radish, Mama’s Kitchen, Mom’s Chicken and Waffles, North Park Beer Co., San Diego Salsa, Stoked On Salsa, Sun Coast Pizza, Una Mas, and Working Class. With 17 salsas to taste, you'll want something cold and local to keep the heat in check. This year's beverage lineup is a celebration of San Diego's thriving craft drink scene, featuring Barley & Sword, Bivouac Cider, Cervecería Transpeninsular, Flying Embers, JuneShine, Little Bird Brewing, Mike Hess Brewing, North Park Beer Co., Original 40 Brewing, Pasmosa Sangria, Seek Beer Co., and Suntide Mimosa. All beverages are available for ages 21+ with valid ID. Each of these local businesses is donating their participation to benefit students at Jefferson Elementary, and that generosity is something worth raising a glass to. Cheers to the local makers and neighbors who bring this community together year after year. The 5th Anniversary brings a brand-new tradition: the Salsa Fest Community Mural. North Park artist Philip Boelter (@boelterdesignco) designed the layout so that every painted square becomes part of a single vibrant mosaic. No artistic experience required. Paint solo, with friends, or as a family and leave your mark on a piece of North Park history. The completed mural will be permanently installed within the North Park Business Improvement District. Reserve your square on the North Park Salsa Fest website. General admission is FREE and open to the public. Salsa tasting tickets are available in two options: the Salsa Sampler (8 tastings for $22 through April 25; $25 after) and the Ultimate Salsa Lover's Pass (up to 17 tastings, for $40 through April 25; $45 after). Each tasting ticket includes salsas and tortilla chips (while supplies last), as well as the opportunity to cast a vote for People's Choice. North Park Salsa Fest benefits extracurricular programs for more than 400 students at Jefferson Elementary School in North Park. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit northparksalsafest.com and follow along on Instagram at @northparksalsafest. Event Details: North Park Salsa Fest Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: North Park Mini Park, 3812 29th St, San Diego, CA 92104 Admission: Free Salsa Tasting Tickets: Salsa Sampler (8 tastings): $22 through April 25; $25 after Ultimate Salsa Lover's Pass (17 tastings): $40 through April 25; $45 after Purchase salsa tasting tickets: northparksalsafest.com About Friends of Jefferson Friends of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money to support arts, dance, and garden education for all students at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. To learn more about Friends of Jefferson, please visit www.friendsofjefferson.org.

San Diego's wine country is hiding in plain sight—30 minutes from your front door, over 100 wineries are tucked into the hills of San Diego County. Most locals have never been. This dinner changes that. Join us at Cordiano Winery in Highland Valley as the sun drops behind the vines, and a few of the region's most notable winemakers pull back the curtain on what makes San Diego terroir unlike anywhere else in California. You'll taste it in the glass and on the plate—Chef Coral Strong of Garden Kitchen is building each course around what's coming out of the ground right now, pairing freshly-picked spring produce with an exclusive selection of San Diego County wines you won't find at any restaurant or bottle shop. Arrive on time to take a guided vineyard tour. This is the first in a series. Participating Wineries: - Cordiano Winery - Mermaid Valley Winery - Mia Marie Vineyards - Oddish Wine - Woof’n Rose Winery This event is in partnership with San Diego Wine Week, May 25–30, 2026, hosted by the San Diego County Vintners Association. Edible San Diego: Website / Facebook / Instagram

For Los Lonely Boys—brothers Henry, Jojo, and Ringo Garza—family has always been at the heart of their music. After years of touring, the trio took a break in 2019 to focus on their families, returning to the road in 2022 reinvigorated and even opening for The Who. Hailing from San Angelo, Texas, the Garzas created their own bluesy “Texican rock & roll” sound and turned it into a global sensation. Their breakthrough came when Willie Nelson’s nephew discovered their demo; Willie soon booked them for Farm Aid and recorded with them at his studio. Their 2003 debut album, Los Lonely Boys, re-released by Epic, featured the No. 1 hit “Heaven,” which earned them a Grammy and spent 76 weeks on the Billboard Top 200, selling over two million copies. They’ve collaborated with legends like Carlos Santana and Willie Nelson, played iconic venues, and supported global causes. Their journey, chronicled in the documentary "Cottonfields and Crossroads", has seen both triumph and hardship—most notably Henry’s serious stage accident in 2013, which led the band to refocus on what matters most: family and music. Now back in stride, Los Lonely Boys continue to write, record, and tour with renewed passion. Their 2024 release, "Resurrection "(BMG), blends their signature Texican rock & roll with elements of soul and roots music, earning critical acclaim and energizing live audiences. More than two decades after their debut, they remain a vital force in music, proving their story is still unfolding. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/los-lonely-boys

It’s not a party — it’s therapy at 120 decibels. House of Heavy is coming to San Diego on 29 May 2026, taking over Casbah for the loudest, hardest, most cathartic night out your city has to offer. Built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, House of Heavy brings the energy of a packed metal show without waiting for the next tour to roll through town. This is a DJ-driven heavy music night built on nu-metal nostalgia, alt-metal anthems, and metalcore breakdowns, the tracks that raised you and still make you want to throw down. From Slipknot to Spiritbox, Korn to Knocked Loose, Deftones to Bad Omens, expect deep cuts, classics, and nonstop heaters all night long. Grab your crew. Lace up your boots. Bring your rage, your voice, and the energy you’ve been saving for the next festival. When your favorite band isn’t in town, House of Heavy is. Don’t wait for your favorite band’s next tour date, make this the night. House of Heavy on Instagram

The B-Side Players make music without borders—an infectious, genre-bending blend that pulls from the grooves of Latin America and the Caribbean while staying rooted in the funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop rhythms of their Southern California home. Since forming in 1994, the band has crafted its own signature “global funk,” effortlessly weaving influences from places like Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico, and Brazil into a forward-looking, Latin-flavored future-funk that’s equal parts soul, swagger, and celebration. Known for incendiary live shows that turn crowds into communities, The B-Side Players pair dance-floor heat with an uplifting message of unity and brotherhood—music designed to move bodies and bring people together. With a deep catalog (including their release "Revolutionize") and a reputation as hometown heroes and beyond—plus multiple San Diego Music Award wins—the band delivers a live experience that feels like a party, a protest, and a joyful revolution all at once. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/b-side-players B-Side Players on Instagram and Facebook

Red NOT Chili Peppers pay tribute to the ultimate funk-rock quartet—capturing the explosive live spirit, virtuosic playing, and California-cool swagger that made the Red Hot Chili Peppers a global phenomenon. With a setlist stacked across four decades of chart-topping eras, the Red Nots deliver a hit-packed ride that blends nostalgia, nonstop energy, and the kind of raging party vibe Chili Peppers fans crave. Formed in 2009, the band quickly became one of the nation’s most active RHCP tributes, earning a reputation for world-class musicianship and an unwavering devotion to authenticity. From prestigious concert halls to major tribute festivals—and stages around the world including Dubai, Brazil, Mexico, and Japan—Red NOT Chili Peppers bring a uniquely immersive live experience that rocks audiences’ socks off every time. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the catalog, this is a funk-fueled celebration of one of rock’s most iconic bands. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/red-not-chili-peppers Red NOT Chili Peppers on Instagram and Facebook

Shrekno is an immersive, techno-forward twist on the beloved Shrek Rave—built for fans who want their nostalgia louder, darker, and way more underground. This warehouse-style party transforms the dance floor into a full-on “swamp” experience, featuring hardstyle and techno remixes inspired by the Shrek soundtrack, high-intensity DJ sets, and an atmosphere that’s equal parts rave and fantasy fever dream. Expect 360-degree visuals, pulsing light shows, and a crowd that fully commits—costumes and character looks highly encouraged. Add in Shrek-themed cocktails and relentless EDM drops, and you’ve got a high-energy night designed to keep you moving from the first beat to the final bass hit. Come for the memes, stay for the mayhem—welcome to the swamp. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/shrekno Shrek Rave on Instagram

Hungarian music and dance aficionados rejoice! DÉNES & SZABOLCS HRÚZ of the renowned DŰVŐ band return to San Diego for an afternoon Táncház (dance party) — with citera artist KRISZTIÁN DÖMÉNY. Non-dancers, music lovers, families, and dancers of all skill levels are welcome! Partners not required. Tickets: $20 early bird $25 at door Children <18: FREE! Entry includes refreshments and dance instruction. Hosted by the IDASDC’s Folk Dance clubs, with logistic support from the House of Hungary and the San Diego Táncház community.

America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to San Diego on 22 May 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy. If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching. So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at House of Blues San Diego on 22 May 2026. Gimme Gimme Disco on Facebook / Instagram

Thrive: Free Piano Concert at La Jolla Riford Library Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of solo and duo performances at the La Jolla Riford Library by two local pianists. Experience the masterworks of Bach, Chopin, Brahms, and beyond. Sunday, May 2, 2026 from Noon - 1 p.m. All ages