For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately eight to ten weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

Foodies and craft beer aficionados will love SeaWorld's Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival, featuring craft beer from favorite local breweries, plus fresh international cuisine infused with local, sustainable ingredients and unique signature flavors from around the world.

A time-travel outdoor escape game for all ages, Escape the Box brings to life the history, public art and spirit of a neighborhood. Your challenge: with the help of your team get back to the present, using the clues and solving the puzzles around you. If you fail, you’ll be lost in time—forever.

Saturday, May 3, Sunday, May 4 & Monday, May 5: Casa Guadalajara’s three-day Cinco de Mayo celebrations are livening up Old Town San Diego with live Mariachi music, a Mexican troubadour and enchanting ballet folklorico performances! Indulge in festive food and drink specials, including Don Julio tequila promotions and must-try items like street tacos, esquites (Mexican street corn), aguas frescas and Jarritos available at the outdoor taco stand. Add more color to the party with face painting, available daily from 12-8 p.m.

On Saturday, May 3 from 12-3 p.m. Casa Guadalajara will participate in Old Town’s blind tasting salsa competition where participants can sample salsas and cast their vote to crown the Best Salsa of 2025! The table/booth will be located on Harney Street and participation cost is $5.