Jessica Chenoweth 
There’s always a ton of things to do in San Diego, but a lot of them are going to cost you. If you’re looking to cut some expenses this month but still want to get out with the family, here are a few great events to look forward to:
Discovery Fest. Explore STREAM and physical education themes. May 4, 10:30 am–1:30 pm. Solana Pacific Elementary, 3901 Townsgate Dr. www.solanabeachkids.org
Fiesta Cinco de Mayo in Old Town. Food, music and family-friendly activities. May 4 from 10 am–8 pm & May 5 from 10 am–6 pm. www.oldtownsandiego.org/cincodemayo
Campo Days. Explore the Wild West, ride a historic train and more. May 4 and 5, 9 am–5 pm. 4 museums: Motor Transport Museum, Gaskell Brothers Stone Store Museum, Camp Lockett Event & Equestrian Facility & Pacific Southwest Railway Museum. www.visitcampo.com
San Diego FC Chrome Ball Tour. 3×3 street soccer tournament, musical performances, face painting, inflatables and more. May 4, 12–10 pm. 300 Park Way, Chula Vista. www.sandiegofc.com
San Diego River Days. 30 free activities including guided hikes, clean-ups, nature walks and more. Through May 19. Details: www.sandiegoriverdays.org
Balboa Park Pow Wow. May 11 & 12, 10 am–6 pm. San Diego American Indian Health Center, Cor. of Park Blvd. & President’s Way. www.sdaihc.org/powwow
A Day at the Park. Family-friendly multicultural celebration presented by the Port of San Diego. May 18, 12–5 pm. Pepper Park, 3299 Tidelands Ave., National City. www.portofsandiego.org
OB Kite Festival. Make and decorate your own kite. May 18, 10 am–3 pm. Robb Field, 2525 Bacon St. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
Fiesta del Sol. Beachside music festival with inflatables, face painting, arts & crafts and more. May 18, 9 am–10 pm & May 19, 9 am–8 pm. Fletcher Cove Park, 111 S. Sierra Ave., Solana Beach. www.fiestadelsol.net
Vista Strawberry Festival. Contests, kids play zone, entertainment and of course, strawberry deliciousness. May 26, 8 am–6 pm. Downtown Vista. www.vistastrawberryfest.com
