San Diego, CA May 2013 Calendar of Events

San Diego Humane Society & SPCA Walk for Animals     May 4
People and dogs are coming together to go on a special walk to promote the humane treatment of animals. You can walk with or without a dog. It begins after the "Blessing of the Animals" and dogs leave the activity area. 7am-12pm. Liberty Station. (619) 243-3408 / www.sdhumane.org

Junior League of SD Food & Wine Festival     May 4
Adult-only premier event in La Jolla. With a backdrop view of the ocean, guests can have an enjoyable time tasting exquisite food and beverage samples from popular restaurants, wineries, and microbreweries. 2-6pm. Ellen Browning Scripps Park. (858) 848-5883 / www.jlsd.org

KPBS Gala 2013     May 4
An old fashioned car is displayed to be seen as each guest passes by. Pampered with a fine dinner, pleasing music, dancing, and cocktails. Proceeds support KPBS to provide quality educational programing. 5:30-7:30pm. The US Grant Hotel. (619) 594-4266 / www.kpbs.org 

Oceanside Jazz Festival    May 4
Consists of educational and performance opportunities for school and community jazz bands and choirs, and featured concerts by internationally recognized performing artists. Daytime sessions are open to the public and free. (760) 757-2121 x6438 / www.oceansidejazzfestival.com

Old Town Cinco de Mayo     May 4-5
Highlights include costumed performances, music, food, cocktails, car show, chalk art, shopping, Mexican wrestling, and rope tricks. Enjoy carriage rides, pony rides, and carnival rides; plus soccer matches, displays, and a Kids Zone. 11am-9pm. (619) 233-5008 / www.fiestaoldtown.com 

Safari Park Half Marathon     May 5
Uou'll go on a Safari in the beautiful San Pasqual Valley. The course leads to views of the wine country, orchards, lush landscapes, and inside the San Diego Safari Park that exhibits a whole array of zoo animals. 7am-1pm. (310) 821-7898 / www.safariparkhalf.com

Fiesta de los Penasquitos     May 5
Local musians, artists, businesses, schools, and service organizations. Musical entertainment, food from around the world, merchandise booths, carnival rides, a Skateboard Alley, and a Kids Activity Tent. 11am-5pm. Rancho Penasquitos. (619) 994-8687 / www.rpcouncil.com

BoConcept Smart Car Show in Little Italy     May 9
Little Italy is showcasing 75 so you can get a close up look inside and out. It's a small car with appealing design. Think of the many advantages a car such as this can save you space in your garage and money on fuel. 7-9pm. (619) 233-3898 / http://campaign.boconcept.com/

Liver Life Walk     May 11
Participants can choose between a 5K Safari run/walk or a 1.5-mile Turtle Walk within the San Diego Zoo. That's right! You'll enter the zoo in the morning when animals are awake and active and being cared for by their keepers. 7:30-10:30am. (619) 291-5483 / www.liverfoundation.org 

Stepping Up for Project Walk     May 11
Free charity event. Food, prizes, raggles, games and music. Project Walk is a local, activity-based recovery program, that has treated spinal cord injury clients for over a decade. 12-4pm. 5800 The Crossing Drive, Carlsbad. 760-634-9800 / www.projectwalk.org

OMBAC Music Party     May 11
Formally known as the Coming Out Party, this event is now known as the OMBAC Music Party and still give tribute to a POW from the Korean War. An adult (age 21+) beach bash with music, food, drink, and dancing. 12-10pm. W Mission Bay. (619) 281-7538 / www.ombac.org  

Taste of Cardiff     May 16
Local eats, live music stations. Walk or bike. Taste and vote. Live music by Bucket Ruckus, The Red Fox Tails, Adrienne Snims and Russell Castiglione. $25 in advance. $30 day of. 5-8pm. 760-436-0431. www.tasteofcardiff.com

SpringFest 2013     May 17-18
The community of Allied Gardens is celebrating the season of Spring. Popular local bands, mechanical rides, tasty food, and a beer garden. Bring your friends to mingle and dance. 5-11pm. Allied Gardens Community Park. (619) 279-6974 / www.navajoevents.com  

Spring Fling     May 18
Live music, treats from local eateries, a kids’ zone, guided tours of the downtown floral park, art, and more. Free admission. Presented by Cardiff 101 Main Street. 9am-1pm. Carpentier Parkway. www.cardiff101.com

Tierrasanta Patriot's Day     May 18
The event presents music, dancing, a beer/wine garden, play area for kids, and evening fireworks. There's also a nearby craft fair at the shopping center. In conjunction with the "Tierrasanta Patriot's Day Parade". 4-9pm. Rec Center: 11220 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. (858) 268-0044 

North Park Festival of the Arts     May 18
This popular festival presents six stages of on-going music and performance entertainment. Fine art and handmade crafts; plus a scection for kid's art, too. Fabulous international and local foods are offered as well as a beer garden and a Craft Beer Block. 11am-9pm.  (619) 294-2501

Community Band Festival     May 19
In celebration of the Armed Forces, the City of Poway and the Pomerado Community Band present the Community Band Festival. Live music, arts and crafts, steam locomotive train and food. 11am-8pm. Old Poway Park. (858) 668-4576 / www.poway.org 

Navy's Original Bay Bridge Run/Walk     May 19
A run/walk across the Coronado Bay Bridge is a rare opportunity. Begins in the Gaslamp Quarter and proceeds across the magnificent bay bridge and onward to Coronado Island for a festive celebration at Tidelands Park. 5am-12pm. (619) 556-9413 / www.navylifesw.com

San Diego Sicilian Festival     May 19
You're welcome to attend a spicy celebration of Sicilian and Italian American heritage in Little Italy. This popular event presents a mixture of ethnic foods, beer, wine, and music; plus unique art and craft items. 10am-6pm. (619) 733-0483 / http://sicilianfesta.com/ 

SRCA Community Fair     May 19
Music, dancing, picnic foods, merchant booths, a wine tasting garden, and a concert. The Kids Zone has inflatable jumpers, mechanical swings, an obstacle course, and rides for preschoolers. 11am-8pm. Scripps Ranch Community Park. (858) 337-6344 / www.scrippsranch.org

American Heritage Car Show    May 25
Features hundreds of fabulous cars on the lawn in Grape Day Park. Show includes a pancake breakfast, vendors, DJ, raffle and museum tours. Spectators free, vehicle entry fee. 9am-3pm. Grape Day Park. 760-743-8207 / www.escondidohistory.org 

KSAC Holiday at Home Parade     May 27
Parade in Kensington presents music from marching high school bands, clowns, military veterans, and groups from local businesses, schools, organizations, and churches. 10:30am-12pm. In conjunction with the "Holiday at Home Relay Race". 9-10am. (619) 234-2266

Law Enforcement Torch Run     May 28-29
Over 200 law enforcement personnel will run with a flame-lit torch from Chula Vista to Camp Peneleton. They'll pass the torch from one to another in a relay format. The event is a fundraiser for the Special Olympics in Southern California. 10am-4pm. (619) 283-6100