We use cookies for essential site functions and, with your permission, for analytics and advertising. California residents can opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information at any time. See our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.
May · Updated weekly
'May Gray' mornings, gorgeous afternoons. Locals' favorite before Memorial Day chaos.
Last updated · 22 San Diego events tracked for May 2027
Weather
Highs 70°F, lows 58°F. Ocean 63°F. Overcast until noon most days.
Why May
Cinco de Mayo in Old Town, Fleet Week, Gator by the Bay, Balboa Park festivals every weekend.
Signature events
Auto-updated from our events database — concerts, festivals, sports, family, culture, and nightlife.
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Alaska Thunderfuck / The Alaska live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2027-05-06.
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
9480 Innovation Ln La Jolla CA 92093
2025 NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner Ruby Ibarra and The Balikbayans blend hip-hop, jazz, spoken word, and Filipino musical traditions in a performance rooted in identity, resilience, empowerment, and community.
Check website · 7pm
Snapdragon Stadium · Mission Valley
Metallica / Limp Bizkit / Avatar live at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego on 2027-05-13.
Check website · See website for times
9480 Innovation Ln La Jolla CA 92093
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Napoleon Dynamite" with a full screening of the indie comedy followed by a live conversation with original stars Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico), and Efren Ramirez (Pedro).
Check website · 7:30pm
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
House of Blues San Diego · Gaslamp
Powerman 5000 live at House of Blues San Diego in San Diego on 2027-05-21.
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
SeaWorld San Diego · Mission Bay
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
Jacobs Music Center · Downtown
Check website · See website for times
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay · Shelter Island
Check website · See website for times
The Sandi Spots Newsletter
New beach finds, hidden taco shops, weekend events, and seasonal guides — once a week from a local. No spam, ever.
One email a week. Unsubscribe anytime.
Published by the Sandi Spots Editorial team at Sleep Coast LLC. Guides combine local perspective and source research. Check the individual guide for firsthand observations and follow official links to confirm current details.