The Fiesta Cinco de Mayo celebration began in Old Town over 40 years ago, the brain child of Diane Powers. The Chamber took over running the event a few years ago and still have an event although it is a slightly paired down version, it is still a two day event. Over the years this event has grown to become a San Diego tradition.This Fiesta Cinco de Mayo is now
celebrated in many communities in San Diego and around the U.S. The event in the Gaslamp is now the largest celebration in San Diego. Downtown is a perfect venue with with over six blocks of culture and traditional entertainment. Two stages of live music, Lucha Libre and meet & greet. Food and fun throughout, more culture, more fun!
Plenty of parking but always best to take the Red Line Trolley.
Get ready for a vibrant Cinco de Mayo celebration in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter!
Join us for a FREE block party packed with live music, dancing, and festive fun for all ages.
Cinco de Mayo Block Fiesta in San Diego – Free Event!
Saturday, May 2ND, may expand to Sunday May 3RD
Time: 11 AM – 7 PM
Location: Gaslamp Quarter – 5th & Market
Don’t miss out on San Diego’s top Cinco de Mayo event as we bring the street to life!—mark your calendar!
Fun in the Sun
Take the trolley, beat the traffic, enjoy the festivities! Cinco de Mayo is not just in the Old Town anymore, now it is the Fiesta Cinco de Mayo in San Diego!