The spirit, sounds and flavors of southwest Louisiana 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 4-day, family-friendly cultural celebration takes place on picture-perfect San Diego Bay, featuring 100+ live musical acts & performances on 7 stages, wooden dance floors, shade, green grass 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 10,000 pounds of crawfish brought directly from Louisiana. Gator By The Bay is Mardi Gras in May

Join us for a vibrant celebration at our Cinco de Mayo y Mami Curated Boutique Marketplace, showcasing 30+ women-owned small businesses. 

Enjoy live music by Stellita & Friends as you browse for the perfect Mother's Day gift. Indulge in delectable food and drinks from Liberty Public Market vendors, and toast to the festivities with drink specials at Mess Hall Bar in honor of Cinco de Mayo. 

Avid readers, casual book browsers, and reading fans of all ages are invited to join the Museum’s free monthly Book Swap Surprise! To participate, bring a gently used book that deserves a new home and leave with a new-to-you book of your own. 
 
Each book swap will begin with time and supplies to wrap your book and write a brief description or message to its new reader.  
 
How the book swap works: 
Bring a book to add to the exchange.  
Upon arrival, wrap your book and write a brief description from your perspective.  
Engage in facilitated discussion about your books – while keeping the title a surprise! 
Choose a new book to take with you and enjoy. 
 
Free to participate, admission to the Museum is not included. All ages are welcome. RSVP required. Learn more and RSVP online at museumofus.org/blog/book-swap-surprise.

Join the Del Mar Village Association for the next “Keep Del Mar Green” community cleanup! We will spread out throughout the downtown and beach areas to pick up trash that would otherwise end up in our precious waterways. We are encouraging locals to participate in this great opportunity to help keep our community clean alongside the Del Mar Village businesses and organizations that will be helping at the cleanup.