A guide to San Diego in the Spring

Places and activities to take advantage of this season

Isabella Sanchez / Asst. A&C Editor / The USD Vista

Spring is in the air, which means flowers in bloom, sunshine, and lots of exciting things to add to your weekend plans. San Diego offers more than just its warm beaches and flower fields – there are concerts, food festivals, and art displays. With spring being the season of new beginnings, try something new by skipping out on the typical beach day and exploring more of what the city has to offer.  These  events and activities will help you do so. 

Hippo Campus Concert, April 10

The indie rock band will be in town to perform their top hits at The Observatory in North Park. Enjoy and sing along to their catchy tunes “Buttercup” and “Way It Goes” in the standing only venue. As of right now, The Observatory calls for proof of vaccination or a negative test result within 24-48 hours of the event. And if ubering isn’t in the picture, the ticket fee includes validation for the parking structure across the venue on 29th Street. 

Important Details:

Time: doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm

Price: $75.00 for general admission

San Diego EarthFair, April 24

Set in Balboa Park, the San Diego EarthFair promotes various  ways to live a more sustainable life and support a clean and healthy environment. This year is the 31st Anniversary event and will feature more than 200 exhibitors that represent types of environmental organizations. Not only is it informational, but the event showcases products made from natural and organically grown crops, alternative health care products and services, clean air and water products, and more. Grab some vegetarian food from the Food Pavilions and explore the eARTh Gallery, which features works by local artists and craftsmen using recycled materials. 

Important Details:

Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Admission Price: Free

Coronado Flower Show, April 23-24

Take a break and smell the flowers at the largest tented flower show in the nation, hosted by the beautiful city of Coronado. Located in Spreckels Park, this two-day event includes floral displays and competitions under tents surrounding a central gazebo. Attendees can also enjoy flower sales, food, and live entertainment. 

Vendors from across San Diego county will offer arts and crafts activities to participate in and plants to purchase. Lastly, if you love to admire the beautiful homes on the island, there is also a Home Front competition, which awards the best home and business gardens throughout the city. 

Important Details: 

Time: April 23 is from 1pm-5pm and April 24 is from 10pm-4pm

Admission Price: $5.00

Bird Rock Coffee’s sparkling teas, all spring

In order to ring in the new season, Bird Rock Coffee has added new sparkling teas to their menu. The bubbly teas come in two flavors inspired by Limoncello Liquor and Strawberry Mimosas: Lavender Limoncello and Strawberry Champagne. The non-caffeinated Lavender Limoncello is sweet, citrusy, and floral, while the Strawberry Champagne is a classic white needle tea and floral peony white tea. As the temperature becomes warmer, head to Bird Rock for a perfect midday pick-me-up to feel refreshed.

Important Details:

Price: $3.50 to $4.00 (depending on cup size)

Vote for the best tacos in San Diego, May 7

Love a friendly competition and tacos? Then this event at Golden Hill Park is the perfect Saturday afternoon plan. The 5th annual San Diego Tacotopia brings the very best taco vendors  from LA to Tijuana together all in one place to compete for the best taco. 

From taco chains to taco stands and trucks, there is a diverse selection for every kind of taco aficionado. The general admission ticket allows you to be able to try tacos from all the vendors while supplies last. While you eat your weight in tacos, there is Lucha Libre wrestling, live music, drinks, and more. 

At the very end of the event, attendees will vote on who wins the Best Taco Award. Celebrate the ultimate taco throwdown by buying your ticket in advance (tickets sell out fast!).

Important Details:

Age: 21 and older

Time: 1pm-4pm

Price:$45.00 for general admission

With the arrival of spring, exploring fun activities off-campus is a must. It is the perfect time to get outside and kick off a new, sunnier season. 

With the weather not being too hot or too cold, the flowers blooming everywhere, and the refreshing air, there is no other way to take advantage of springtime in San Diego than truly enjoying what the city has to offer.