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

Fiesta del Sol in Solana Beach features live music, an arts & crafts fair, children's activities, an international food court, and a beer & wine garden.

It's the Annual Ocean Beach Kite Festival! It's the oldest running children's kite festival in the United States. Generations have come to know and love the Kite Festival. Now it's bigger, and better than ever. Come enjoy free kite making, decorating, and flying. Marvel at spectacular demonstrations from top professional kitefliers. Enjoy free family fun, and games. Peruse the off-street fair. Enjoy delicious festival food. Listen to live music. Come see why Westways Magazine featured it as one of the "five worth the drive."

The City of El Cajon will host fireworks on July 4th at 9:00 pm. Kennedy Park will be open for picnicking before the show.