2025 SAN DIEGO FRIDA FIESTA @CINCO DE MAYO! 3 DAYS. 30 BARS | MAY 2 + 3 + 5
- Ages 21+
Gaslamp Quarter's Official Cinco Fiesta! Enjoy early access (Fri, Mon: 5pm | Sat: 3pm) to 30 Bars, 15 Welcome Shots, Dining, Music & Art!
Date and time
Location
Kickoff Location: Toro Nightclub
672 5th Ave, (corner of 5th & G) San Diego, CA 92101Refund Policy
Agenda
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM (+1 day)
Fri. May 2, 2025
3:00 PM - 2:00 AM (+1 day)
Sat. May 3, 2025
6:00 PM - 1:30 AM (+1 day)
Cinco De Mayo Mon. May 5, 2025
About this event
Hola & bienvenido to the Gaslamp Quarter, official HQ of Cinco de Mayo, the most celebrated Mexican holiday in San Diego, California!
With the city's proximity to Tijuana, SD is SoCal's #1 destination for the best street tacos, tequila & mezcal bars, reggaeton-salsa music scene and all things Viva Mexico! And if you love #FridaKahlo like we do, you will love this Fiesta!
🌵2025 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS🌵
🌵 FRIDA KAHLO THEMED
Passionately themed after FRIDA KAHLO (one of the most beloved Mexican artists), event attendees are encouraged to dress in bold vibrant colors and enter the #FRIDAFASHION COSTUME CONTEST!
🌵 TRIPLE CELEBRATION
The Opening Party is a celebration of host venue, TORO NIGHTCLUB's Cinco (5th) Anniversary, featuring D.J. WonderBread and the Top Reggaeton music videos on massive LED screens! It is also #KentuckyDerby weekend!
🌵 EARLY ACCESS
Fiesta kicks off at 5pm on Fri. May 2 and 3pm on Sat. May 3, giving you 3 - 6 extra hours to maximize your enjoyment of 30 venues, 15 hosted welcome shots, drink and dining specials, DJ, live bands and entertainment.
🌵 $400 IN PERKS
Presented in association with the San Diego Tourism Authority, this party is jam packed with premium perks valued at over $400, including discounted hotel + parking with FREE overnight. Tickets start at only $29 and sell out every year. Grab yours now to celebrate with your best amigos and amigas!
🌵MEET YOUR CINCO DE MAYO SD HOSTS🌵
ENJOY FREE ACCESS AND INDULGENCES AT:
- AMERICAN JUNKIE (Pub)
- BLOOM (EDM nightclub)
- BUTCHER'S CUT (Dining)
- CASABLANCA (Hookah)
- CIELO ROOFTOP LOUNGE (Gaslamp's Secret & Most Instagrammable Rooftop Bar)
- DOUBLE DEUCE (Mechanical Bull)
- GARAGE KITCHEN & BAR (Regular + Reverse Happy Hour 51% Off)
- GASLAMP LUMPIA (Gaslamp's Only Filipino Lumpia Spot)
- GOOD NIGHT JOHN BOY (Gaslamp's newest 80s Disco Inferno)
- GREYSTONE STEAK & LOUNGE (Winner of Best Steakhouse)
- KARINA’S (Mexican / Seafood / Reggaeton)
- MARGARITAVILLE HOTEL: LANDSHARK (Bar & Grill)
- MARGARITAVILLE HOTEL: 5 O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE (Rooftop Bar)
- MOXY HOTEL SAN DIEGO (Hotel & Bar)
- MR. TEMPO (Mexican Bar)
- ONYX (Reggaeton / House / Hip-Hop)
- OMERTA LOUNGE AND NIGHTCLUB (DJ and Hookah)
- PARQ (San Diego's Top Club)
- PHANTOM LOUNGE (Hookah and Hip Hop)
- SEVILLA NIGHTCLUB (Reggaeton)
- SMOKIN J'S BBQ (BBQ Restaurant)
- STAR BAR (Gaslamp's Oldest Dive Bar with Pool Tables)
- TIME OUT (Sports Bar)
- TORO (Host of Opening Party)
- TRAILER PARK AFTER DARK (Unique Underground Trailer Bar)
- UNION KITCHEN & TAP GASLAMP (Restaurant & Bar)
- VIN DE SYRAH (Wine & Cocktail Bar)
- VYBZ NIGHTCLUB (Dance Music)
- WHISKEY GIRL (Live Music and DJ)
- YEAR OF THE FORTUNE (Gaslamp's Newest Asian Bar)
ENJOY A HOSTED WELCOME SHOT (NO PURCHASE NECESSARY) AT:
- AMERICAN JUNKIE* before 10 PM
- DOUBLE DEUCE* before 10 PM
- GOOD NIGHT JOHN BOY* before 10PM
- LANDSHARK* before 10 PM
- ONYX* before 10 PM
- TORO* before 10 PM
- 5 O'CLOCK SOMEWHERE* before 10 PM
- MOXY HOTEL SAN DIEGO* before 11 PM
- OMERTA* before 11 PM
- WHISKEY GIRL * before 11:30 PM
- CIELO* before 12 AM
- YEAR OF THE FORTUNE* before 12 AM
- VYBZ NIGHTCLUB* before 12 AM
- PHANTOM LOUNGE* before 1:30 AM
- KARINAS* before 1:30 AM
- UNION KITCHEN & TAP GASLAMP* before 1:30 AM
ENJOY A WELCOME SHOT WITH PURCHASE AT:
- SMOKIN J’S* before 9 PM
- TRAILER PARK AFTER DARK* before 10 PM
- GARAGE* before 11 PM
- GASLAMP LUMPIA* before 1:00 AM
- MR. TEMPO* before 1:30 AM
TERMS:
This is a 21+ event. Please bring a valid ID for admission.
Passes must be picked up from TORO NIGHTCLUB or pre-arrange by texting Sasha at +1-619-944-8900
Free Entry + Hosted Drinks are subject to cut-off times, capacity, and sobriety.
Welcome shots are bartenders' choice.
Participating venues & offers are subject to change, and reduced for Mon. May 5.
🌵 2025 DATES 🌵
Day 1: Fri. May 2, 2025 | 6 PM - 2 AM (Toro Nightclub)
Passes Pick-up Hours: 6 PM - 9 PM
Day 2: Sat. May 4, 2024 | 3 PM - 2 AM (Toro Nightclub)
Passes Pick-up Hours: 3 PM - 9 PM
Day 3: Mon. May 5, 2024 | 6 PM - 2AM (American Junkie SD)
Passes Pick-up Hours: 6 PM - 9 PM
🌵 KICKOFF LOCATION 🌵
A. Toro Nightclub (FRI + SAT ONLY)
672 Fifth Ave (corner of 5th & G)
San Diego, CA 92101
B. American Junkie SD (MON ONLY)
628 Fifth Ave ( Btwn G & Market St)
San Diego, CA 92101
All presenting venues are along the famous Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter and are walking distance from each other and the Gaslamp Quarter/5th Avenue trolley stations.
This is a 21+ event.
🌵 Gaslamp Cinco de Mayo Block Party on Sat. May 3, 2025 🌵
As you stroll through the Gaslamp, enjoying your #CincoDeMayoSD Free Entry, Drinks & Dining Deals, immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of the Cinco de Mayo Block Party! From 11 AM to 7 PM, the district comes alive with live music, vibrant dancing, and non-stop festive fun.
Block Party Highlights:
- Lucha Libre Matches – High-flying action and intense showdowns!
- Live Music – Mariachi, Latin beats, and more!
- Lowrider Show & Competition – A showcase of classic style and custom rides!
- Artisanal Mercado – Unique finds, handcrafted goods, and cultural treasures!
💃 HOW IT WORKS 💃
Purchase your ticket in person or online.
In-person purchase - you will receive all the passes and drink tickets in advance, and can begin anytime.
Online purchase – you will receive an e-ticket for admission.
Bring your print-out or smartphone to the exclusive Opening Party/Will Call between 5 PM – 8 PM on the event day.
We will scan it and issue your Cinco de Mayo Passport, passes, drink tickets, and a map with pre-planned routes. You may follow the suggested routes or crawl at your own pace.
⭐HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE⭐
1. Start early and observe venues' offers’ expiration time.
2. Do not miss the Opening Party + 5th Anniversary Celebration at Toro Nightclub.
3. If there is a line/queue outside the venues, approach the door politely to see if they extend a priority line for guests with Cinco de Mayo passes.
4. Cinco de Mayo is a busy weekend for all venues. Courtesy and patience will go a long way with the door hosts!
Presented by the world famous Gaslamp Quarter, in association with the San Diego Tourism Authority, #CincoDeMayoSD is dubbed the most visitor friendly and inexpensive way to experience DTSD's famous fiesta scene!
🌵 CONTACT US 🌵
SPONSORSHIP & GROUP SALES INQUIRY
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, volunteering at this event, or purchasing discounted group tickets, please contact us today.
Address: 835 Fifth Ave, Suite 310-311
San Diego, CA 92101
Text us: (+1) 619-944-8900
Email: Party@ClubVIPSD.com
Feel free to contact us if you have questions, comments, or concerns!
#CincoDeMayoSD #SanDiegoBarCrawl #GaslampQuarter
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Frequently asked questions
TORO Nightclub San Diego 672 Fifth Ave (corner of 5th & G) San Diego, CA 92101. Fri: 6pm - 9pm | Sat: 3pm - 9pm | Mon: 6pm - 9pm
A. You may assign a mate to pick up on your behalf if they have your purchase confirmation. B.Pick-up in advance: Gaslamp Event Management - 835 5th Ave, Suite 311 San Diego, CA 92101 Pre-Pickup Dates & Time: Tues, May 2 - Fri, May 5, 2023 Between 12-4pm Please text Sasha: +(1) 619-944-8900
This club crawl event showcases Gaslamp's most popular restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Many venues offer both indoor and outdoor options for drinking and dining. Drinking on the streets outside of the venues’ perimeters is prohibited.
Costumes themed to match the event are highly encouraged! All the venues are within walking distance, but put on your comfy dancing shoes and be prepared to party! For inspirations, please visit our instagram page!
Sandals, tank tops, shorts and athletic gear as most clubs have a dress code.
Yes, it is.
Yes. All venues have covered spaces and are within walking distance, therefore rain is not a factor and also unlikely in May.
All sales are FINAL. In the event that you can no longer attend for any reason, you can resell or transfer the ticket to another party free of charge.
No, The Famous 5th Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter will be open to pedestrians and vehicular traffic effective Feb 1, 2025.
Chase Building Parking Structure operated by ACE 707 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101 Exclusive $12 Flat Rate for up to 12 hours! Enter code before pulling ticket at the structure (Discount code will be sent after purchase via order confirmation).
Margritaville San Diego 435 Sixth Ave, San Diego CA 92101 (Corner of J st and 6th). This hotel is 1.5 blocks away from the Opening Party. (Discount code will be sent after purchase via order confirmation).
Unlike a typical "crawl" there is no specific time you need to arrive and leave bars by. You are welcome to stay as long as you are having a good time!
No, there will not be a parade.
The more the merrier! Buy 8 and receive a free ticket! Text Sasha at +1-619-944-8900
Text Sasha at +1-619-944-8900 or email Party@ClubVIPSD.com
Check out these event tips: 1. Start early as there are more than 30 parties lined up for you. 2. All the presenting parties are along the famous Fifth Avenue and within walking distance from each other, but wear comfy dancing shoes. 3. Don't drink and drive -- Uber or Lyft
Save on Eventbrite Fees by paying through Zelle. Text Sasha at +1-619-944-8900 (1) Full Name (2) Email Address (3) How many tickets & which date(s) you wanted to attend.
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