Cinco de Mayo Celebrations
Long Beach, CA
Visit 2nd and PCH on Friday, May 5th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm to take part in Cinco de Mayo Celebrations. The fun includes balloon twisting, face painting, live musical and dance performances, and more. This is a free event, and no tickets are required. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Tustin, CA
The City of Tustin invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Friday, May 5th from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The fun includes live entertainment, games, prizes, and more. Food trucks will be on-site as well. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Festival
South El Monte, CA
Visit the South El Monte Community Center on Friday, May 5th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm for a Cinco de Mayo Festival. Enjoy live musical and dance performances and food vendors. A boxing show is scheduled to start at 7:00 pm. More info here.
3rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Santa Ana, CA 92701
The 3rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Santa Ana is happening on Friday, May 5th from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The fun includes food booths, vendors, and a large variety of performers, including Mariachi, Folklorico, and Mexican HipHop. Reserve your spot online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Skate Night
Glendale, CA
Moonlight Rollerway invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Skate Night on Friday, May 5th from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This all-ages event will have you skating to “all your favorite Latinx performers including Bad Bunny, Selena, Becky G, Ozuna and more.” Admission ticket does not include skate rental. (No spectators are allowed.) Tickets are available online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Mania!
Los Angeles, CA
Cinco de Mayo Mania! is happening on Friday, May 5th at 8:00 pm. The event includes food and live performances. Local artists will be taking the stage all night! Be sure to bring $5 bills for the $5 Cinco de Mayo Menu. Tickets are $5 and available online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Los Angeles, CA
Visit historic Olvera Street for the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Events are planned throughout the day including vendor booths, musical and dance performances, artisans, a Kids Zone, food and drink, and more. More info here.
First Fridays at the Museum: Cinco de Mayo
Avalon, CA
If you feel like getting out of town, plan a trip to Catalina and stop by the Catalina Museum for Art and History for their First Fridays at the Museum: Cinco de Mayo event happening on Friday, May 5th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The celebration includes live musical and dance performances, a children’s art project, food vendors, and more. Admission is free, but registration is requested and may be made online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Special
Irvine, CA
Tanaka Farms is offering a Cinco de Mayo special on Friday, May 5th, Saturday, May 6th, and Sunday, May 7th. When you visit Tanaka Farms for your Strawberry Picking Tour, families can also enjoy a “tres taco plate.” Details are available online. More info here.
Historical Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival
Venice, CA 90291
The Historical Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival is happening on Saturday, May 6th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. This free event begins with a parade at 10:00 am followed by a lively festival. Enjoy Aztec Dancers, Mariachi Musicians, the Venice High School Band, classic cars, face painting, food, and much more at this free event. You can reserve your spot online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
San Clemente, CA
Families can spend the day in San Clemente for the city’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Saturday, May 6th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The fun includes live entertainment, a Vendor Pavilion, a Children’s Pavilion (complete with inflatables, face painting, and games), food, and more. More info here.
SB FoodFest – Cinco de Mayo for Peace
San Bernardino, CA
Take a drive to the Inland Empire for SB FoodFest – Cinco de Mayo for Peace scheduled for Saturday, May 6th from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This free event features live musical and dance performances, retail vendors, and a variety of cuisines from the food vendors and food trucks. This a free event. Reserve your spot online. More info here.
49th Annual Corona Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Corona, CA
The 49th Annual Corona Cinco de Mayo Celebration is happening on Saturday, May 6th. The festivities include a Parade, which starts at 10:00 am, and a Fiesta, which begins after the parade (usually around 11:00 am) and continues until 4:00 pm. Details are available online. More info here.
Metro Arts Presents Tres Souls, In Recognition of Cinco de Mayo
Los Angeles, CA
Visit Union Station on Saturday, May 6th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for a special performance in recognition of Cinco de Mayo. Enjoy a performance by Tres Souls who “relive the vintage sounds and songs of the 1940s-1960s, stylized during the Golden Era of Mexican Cinema.” More info here.
Holy Guacamole Cinco de Mayo Run
Santa Monica, CA
Families are invited to participate in the Holy Guacamole Cinco de Mayo Run happening on Saturday, May 6th from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. Participants may choose to run 5K, 10K, or the 13.1 half-marathon. For every registration, a tree will be planted. Details and registration information are available online. More info here.
City of Carson Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Carson, CA
The City of Carson is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Saturday, May 6th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. The festivities include a car show, live musical performances, food, and more. This is a free, all-ages event. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl
Pasadena, CA
Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl is a free, family-friendly event happening on Saturday, May 6th from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This special event is an “opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film.” Free tickets are available online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Los Angeles, CA
Citadel Outlets is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Saturday, May 6th and Sunday, May 7th. Fifteen-minute Folklorico performances are scheduled at 12:00 pm 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm each day. More info here.
Original Lowrider Cinco de Mayo Super Show
Los Angeles, CA
The Los Angeles Convention Center is the place for the Original Lowrider Cinco de Mayo Super Show happening on Saturday, May 6th (12:00 pm to 8:00 pm) and Sunday, May 7th (9:30 am to 5:00 pm). This special show described as “two days, two floors, all indoors,” features a “live concert, hopping contest, and festival.” Children under 10 are free. Tickets are available online. More info here.
Mar Vista Farmer’s Market
Mar Vista, CA
The Mar Vista Farmers’ Market hosts annual celebrations of popular holidays. On Sunday, May 7th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm families can celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live entertainment, food, and fun. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Vaccine Fiesta
Los Angeles, CA
Cinco de Mayo Vaccine Fiesta is scheduled for Sunday, May 7th from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. This free event features live music, delicious food, and fun. In addition, COVID-19 vaccinations, free COVID home test kits, and health education will also be available. Details are available online. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Monterey Park, CA
The City of Monterey Park invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Thursday, May 11th from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. “The event will highlight the sights, sounds, and magic of Mexico with a dynamic performance by the band DRIVE.” The festivities include games, carnival, food, and more. A schedule is available online. More info here.
