The Carlsbad Flower Fields close May 10th. This weekend is one of your last shots. While you're out, the county is also running one of its most food-heavy weekends of the year: Foodieland in Del Mar, Taco Fest at SeaWorld, the Ethnic Food Fair in Balboa Park, and after-hours at the Zoo all land on the same 72 hours. And that’s not all! Pick your angle and go have fun!

Let’s dive in.

 Steve DeLong
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The Events

🌸 Carlsbad Flower Fields – Through May 10, Carlsbad
Final weeks to see 50 acres of color, ocean views, and one of the most photogenic spots in San Diego.

🛍️ Carlsbad Village Street Faire – May 3, Carlsbad
One of the largest street fairs in the county with hundreds of vendors, live music, and classic Carlsbad vibes.

💎 Vista Gem & Mineral Show – May 1–3, Vista
Hidden gem for rockhounds - no pun intended. I go to all the local gem and mineral shows and this one is great. It’s outdoors so be prepared.

🖼️ Giants: MCASD Exhibition – Apr 18–Aug 9, Museum of Contemporary Art
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz curate a bold collection of Black artists. Big names and big statements. Little known fact: my BA is in Fine Art: Painting!

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🌺 Orchids in the Wild – May 2–June 1, San Diego Botanic Garden
“Hosted in glass-enclosed Dickinson Family Education Conservatory, the exhibition transforms the space into a lush, living landscape inspired by orchids in their natural habitats.”

🎬 San Diego French Film Festival – May 3–7, Various Locations
Indie French cinema, premieres, and filmmaker events. One of the more interesting cultural weeks of the season. Vive Le septième art!

🎉 Cinco de Mayo Weekend Events – May 1–5, Various Locations
Festivals, live music, and celebrations across the county. Expect big energy from Old Town to Barrio Logan.

🍜 Foodieland Night Market – May 1–3, Del Mar Fairgrounds
Massive night market energy with 150+ vendors, viral street food, and lines worth standing in! Come hungry, leave full.

🌮 SoCal Taco Fest – May 2–3, SeaWorld San Diego
Tacos, live music, and park vibes collide. Sample your way through SoCal flavors between rides and waterfront views.

🍷 San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew 2026 – May 2, San Diego Zoo
After-hours at the Zoo with unlimited tastings, craft drinks, and a rare chance to wander exhibits at sunset.

🌍 41st Annual Ethnic Food Fair – May 2–3, Balboa Park
40+ cultures, homemade dishes, and global flavors packed into one weekend. One of San Diego’s most delicious traditions.

👨‍🍳 54 Hours with James Beard Award-Winning Chefs – Apr 30–May 3, Rancho Bernardo Inn
Multi-day culinary experience with award-winning chefs, curated menus, and serious foodie cred.

💐 Mother’s Day Reminder – May 10 (Next Sunday)
Don’t let it sneak up on you—brunch spots book fast, flowers sell out, and the good reservations disappear early. Plan ahead or be prepared to improvise.

Think you’ve done Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve? Not quite. The extension, located a short distance from the main park, drops you beyond the usual loops into quieter canyons, with fewer crowds and a more rugged, exploratory feel.

It’s part hike, part local history lesson, and a chance to see a side of Torrey Pines most people miss.

Distance: ~0.3–2 miles (varies by route)
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve Extension

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Late last year, a Klimt sold for the highest price ever paid for modern art at auction.

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Fri 5/1
High 74° / Low 54° • ⛅

Sat 5/2
High 73° / Low 55° • ⛅

Sun 5/3
High 69° / Low 54° • ☁️

A classic May Gray setup: morning clouds hang around a bit longer Sunday, but Friday and Saturday still break into some solid afternoon sun with mild temps throughout.

Mia Marie Vineyards – Shay Skylar – Escondido – 4-6pm
North City – John Patrick – San Marcos – 4-7pm
TERI Common Grounds Cafe – Bruce & Claudia – San Marcos – 5-7pm
The Roxy Encinitas – Brianna Grace – Encinitas – 5-7pm
The Camp Store – Signal For Pilot – Carlsbad – 5-7:30pm
Gaylord Pacific – David Shyde – Chula Vista – 5-8pm
Humphreys Backstage Live – T.A. Tomlinson & Company – Point Loma – 5-8pm
The Bridges At Rancho Santa Fe – Dustin Jake – Rancho Santa Fe – 5-8pm
Whistle Stop Bar – Friday Happy Hour w/ DJ Shoeshine – South Park – 5-8pm
Rancho Bernardo Inn – Kevin James O'brien – Rancho Bernardo – 5-9pm
Kimball Bar & Eatery – Rising Star * Evidence Band – National City – 5-11pm
Uvas Winery – Ashlyn Zaldivar – Poway – 5:30-8:30pm
Grand Ole BBQ – MohaviSoul – El Cajon – 6-8pm

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🎤 Karaoke

710 Beach Club – Karaoke – Pacific Beach – 8pm-12am
Harry's Sports Bar & Grill – Harryoke Fridays – Fallbrook – 8pm-1am
Happy Does Bar – Karaoke – Gaslamp Quarter – 8:30pm-1:30am
Werewolf American Pub – Karaoke – East Village – 9pm-1am
Wong's Dragon Room – Karaoke with DJ Harvest – Rolando – 9pm-1am
Winstons OB – Karaoke w/Corey Glasper – Ocean Beach – 9:30pm-12:30am

🧠 Trivia

Dirty Birds - Ocean Beach – Sunset Trivia – Ocean Beach – 7-9pm

Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza – Harmony Grove – Santa Ysabel – 6-9pm
La Valencia Hotel – Kevin James O'Brien – La Jolla – 6-9pm
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina – Blaise Guld – Harbor Island – 6-9pm
The Landings at Carlsbad – The Rick Trotter Band – Carlsbad – 6-9pm
The Jazz Lounge – Jonathan Cohen & John Opferkuch – College East – 6:15-9pm
Le Papagayo Carlsbad – Keefer and Rob – Carlsbad – 6:30-9:30pm
Le Papagayo Leucadia – Michael Battista – Leucadia – 6:30-9:30pm
Négociant Winery – Noche de Cuba – Uptown Hillcrest – 6:30-9:30pm
Downtown Cafe – Zeelund Band – El Cajon – 6:30-9:30pm
Renegade Bar – Dance Lessons with Lisa Evans – El Cajon – 7-8:30pm
American Legion Post 416 – Daddy Needs A Drink – Encinitas – 7-10pm
Books & Records Bar – Mercedes Moore – Banker's Hill – 7-10pm

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🎤 Karaoke

American Legion Post 282 – Karaoke w/Leslie – La Mesa – 6-9pm
Happy Does Bar – Karaoke – Gaslamp Quarter – 8:30pm-1:30am
Werewolf American Pub – Karaoke – East Village – 9pm-1am

🧠 Trivia

Round Table Pizza - Poway – Trivia – Poway – 6-8pm
Dirty Birds - SDSU Area – Sunset Trivia – College Area – 8-9pm

The Camp Store – Defadaru – Carlsbad – 5-7:30pm
Kimball Bar & Eatery – Colour – National City – 5-8pm
O'Sullivan's Irish Pub – Clachen Boys – Escondido – 5-8pm
Rancho Bernardo Inn – Mike Mcgill – Rancho Bernardo – 5-8pm
The Roxy Encinitas – Jon Campos – Encinitas – 5-8pm
Deft Brewing | The Gärten | Pizza Cassette – Blue Heelers – Morena – 5:30-8:30pm
The Country Club of Rancho Bernardo – The Heart – Rancho Bernardo – 5:30-8:30pm
Aztec Brewing Company – Aztec Jazz Jam with Dylan Soto – Vista – 6-9pm
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar – ESP Jazz Collective – Carlsbad – 6-9pm
The Cordova Bar – Trevor Davis – Morena – 6-9pm
The Shout! House – Dueling Pianos: Jon, Courtney, Dave, Zoey – Gaslamp Quarter – 6-9pm
Pala Casino Center Bar – Full Strength Band – Pala – 6-10:30pm
American Legion Post 416 – Happy Church – Encinitas – 7-10pm

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🎤 Karaoke

Steel 94 – Karaoke – Spring Valley – 2-5pm
American Legion Post 282 – Karaoke with Terryoke – La Mesa – 5-8pm
The Salty Frog – Karaoke – Imperial Beach – 7pm-2am
710 Beach Club – Karaoke – Pacific Beach – 8pm-12am
Winstons OB – OBoke Karaoke – Ocean Beach – 8-11pm
Full Circle Saloon – Karaoke – Santee – 8:30-11:59pm
North Bar – Karaoke – Escondido – 9pm-1am
Pal Joey's – Karaoke with DJ Harvest – Allied Gardens – 9pm-1am
Werewolf American Pub – Karaoke – East Village – 9pm-1am

🧠 Trivia

Uvas Winery – Music Trivia – Poway – 5-7pm
Eastbound Bar & Grill – Trivia – Lakeside – 6:30-8:30pm

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Answer: B) Palomar Mountain

Why it’s interesting:
The La Jolla Indian Adventure Park: run by the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indian - sits inland near Palomar, not the coast. It’s been a gathering place for generations, and today mixes that history with river tubing, camping, a water park and a surprisingly legit zipline setup!

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San Diego Meteor is published every Friday morning by Steve DeLong. Steve is an Escondido High Graduate and has lived in San Diego County since 1972.