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Hola & bienvenido to the Gaslamp Quarter, official HQ of Cinco de Mayo, the most celebrated Mexican holiday in San Diego, California! With the city's proximity to Tijuana, SD is SoCal's #1 destination for the best street tacos, tequila & mezcal bars, reggaeton-salsa music scene and all things Viva Mexico! CincoDeMayoSD.com is San Diego's #1 Cinco de Mayo Nightlife & Dining Celebration, if you love #FridaKahlo like we do, you will love this Fiesta! One ticket includes access to Gaslamp Quarter's top 30+ bars, restaurants & nightclubs, 15+ Welcome Shots, Exclusive Drink & Dining Deals, Immersive Art Exhibition, DJs, Dancing & More! Event Dates/Hours Fri. May 2, 2025, 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. Sat. May 3, 2025, 3 p.m. - 2 a.m. Mon. May 5, 2025, 6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-san-diego-frida-fiesta-cinco-de-mayo-3-days-30-bars-may-2-3-5-tickets-1248836687149?aff=oddtdtcreator

Print artist Ana Inciardi sells her art through vending machines at 50 locations. Instead of snacks, Inciardi's three-slot machines produce prints you can collect, for the low price of four quarters.

University City High School Drama department presents the story by S. E. Hinton about three orphaned brothers and their struggle with right and wrong in a society that labels them as Outsiders. Come see this rendition of the play arranged by Christopher Sergel performed by the students of UCH. Visit: https://uchs.sandiegounified.org/academics/programs/performing_arts University City High School on Instagram

Answer our six-question multiple-choice quiz and find out which candidates align with you on important issues before the 2025 special general election for county supervisor in District 1.

Celebrating 10 years of experimental films, music and performances in sunny San Diego! Blocks of short films will be presented along with a projector performance by Erica Sheu. A screening of Anthony McCall's 1973 masterpiece "Line Describing a Cone". Musical performances will be held at The Brown Building during the evenings. Come to see the latest in films that have played IFFR, Sundance, Berlinale, Cannes, FIDMarseille! San Diego Underground Arts on Instagram

Since taking office, President Trump has aggressively tried to reshape cultural institutions. Last month, he claimed he was firing the director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery.

Are birthdays your nemesis or your best time ever? Members of Storytellers of San Diego will take your on a journey through the triumphs and trials of this much maligned celebration. Enjoy the best ever and worst yet versions of birthdays to remember and some best forgotten. Hosted by Linda Brown, and aided and abetted by Emily Stamets, David Schmidt and Arlyn Hackett. Indulge in some hot java, near the cool Pacific ocean, in an arts-filled atmosphere. For adults and ages 12 and up. Learn more: https://storytellersofsandiego.org/events.html

President Trump fired Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, via email late Thursday night, the latest in a string of actions the president has taken to shape American cultural institutions.

Local octogenarian, Navy veteran, and dyslexic playwright, Daisy I. Dumas-Featherstone has proven it is never too late to fulfill a dream. While battling cancer and dealing with losses of family members and friends, she has completed her MFA degree in Creative Writing in May of this year, at the age of 85! Unable to have a public reading of her thesis play, "MAST/MASK" before graduation, she is having one now.

On April 18 and 19, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido (CCAE) invites the community to witness the mesmerizing art of live glassblowing in the Cal Club Courtyard. This two-day demonstration, led by renowned glass artist James Stone of Stone & Glass, will showcase the precision, artistry, and transformative beauty of molten glass in motion. As part of Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month, this event is more than just a demonstration—it’s a celebration of community, accessibility, and artistic exploration. Guests will have the opportunity to engage with six talented glass artists, including 55Acre Project, each displaying and selling their handcrafted works. This interactive experience provides a rare glimpse into an ancient art form while fostering a deeper appreciation for creativity in all its forms. Hot Glass, Cold Beer: A Fundraiser for the Arts In the spirit of community support and cultural engagement, we are excited to host “Hot Glass, Cold Beer,” a special fundraising initiative benefiting the CCAE Foundation. James Stone and participating artists will generously donate hand-blown glass cups, which will be given away with a complimentary drink ticket in exchange for a $25 donation. This initiative not only raises vital funds for arts programming but also offers guests a one-of-a-kind keepsake—an artistic reminder of the power of creativity. Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/live-glassblowing-at-the-ccae-a-dazzling-celebration-of-art-community-creativity-2/ California Center for the Arts on Instagram and Facebook