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Cinco de Mayo events in Orange County

Published on April 27, 2023

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican heritage and culture that is observed every year on May 5th. It’s a day to remember and honor the Mexican army’s victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Cinco de Mayo has become a significant holiday in the United States, especially in places with large Mexican-American populations like Orange County, California.

Orange County is home to many fantastic Cinco de Mayo events and celebrations. Here are some of the top events you can attend to commemorate this special day:

ANAHEIM
Cinco de Mayo Events in Anaheim
Cinco De Mayo – Solita Tacos – Anaheim location
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 5:00PM
Join us on May 5th for a Cinco de Mayo celebration that’ll be one for the books! Tacos, live music, Margaritas & more complete this yearly ritual that’ll have you coming back to solita time and time again!

ESPN LA is hosting a live broadcast and Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on May 5th from 10 am – 7 pm at Solita in Anaheim.
Win Angels tickets, gift cards, Mandy Awards tickets, and more.
Cinco de Mayo celebration that’ll be one for the books! Tacos, live music, Margaritas & more

Anaheim 5 de Mayo Fiesta | La Palma Park
May 4-7, 2023
Enjoy delicious foods, mesmerizing live performances, and of course, exciting games and rides. The Anaheim 5 de Mayo Fiesta is the organization’s oldest continual celebration. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo every year at La Palma Park in the City of Anaheim. The day is filled with live music, dance performances, carnival rides, games, and lots of delicious food!

Cinco De Mayo Pool Party | Top of the V – 1601 S Anaheim Blvd
May 5, 2023 | 5:00PM-11:00PM
Top of the V’s exclusive rooftop pool is hosting the ultimate pool party in celebration of Cinco De Mayo.
Grab your favorite swimsuit and shades, and come ready to party with Astral Tequila and a live DJ. Party tickets are $50 and give you access to the rooftop pool, Astral Tequila Drink Specials, and discounted self-parking.

So Cal Mariachi Showcase | Sunkist Elementary School
May 6, 2023 | Starts at 10:00AM
K-12 school mariachi ensembles are invited to an educational and noncompetitive festival featuring outstanding clinicians.Up to a 20-minute performance and 10-minute clinic with: Cindy Shea, Director of Mariachi Divas Cynthia Flores, Director of CSULA Mariachi Águila de Oro.

Cinco de Mayo at Anaheim Packing District | Anaheim Packing District
May 5, 2023
URBANA Mexican Gastronomy & Mixology- Cinco de Mayo Mariachi Show on May 5th from 9 – 10 pm. Cinco de Mayo Songs from Mari– Dance and sing on May 5th from 7 – 9 pm at the Packing House

Cinco de Mayo Celebration | Anaheim Hills Golf Course
May 5, 2023
Celebrate with live music, beer and margarita specials, and a delicious authentic Mexican dinner!

ANAHEIM HILLS
Cinco de Mayo Events in Anaheim Hills
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta | Anaheim Hills Country Club
May 5 2023 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Celebrate with live music, beer and margarita specials, and a delicious authentic Mexican dinner! $29 plus tax includes: Salad and Salsa bar, Carne Asada and Chicken Tacos, Chicken Enchiladas,Chile Rellenos, Mexican Rice and Refried Beans. One beer or House Margarita. Call 714-998-3041 ext. 103 to purchase tickets

COSTA MESA
Cinco de Mayo Events in Costa Mesa
CINCO DE MAYO | Playa Mesa- 428 E. 17th St.
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 11:00AM
1 tequila, 2 tequila, 3 tequila, FLOOR. We’re celebrating #CincoDeMayo with a live performance by Los Vecinos from 2-4:30pm AND food + drink specials ALL DAY!⁠
LIMITED reservations available, walk-ins welcome as space permits!

DANA POINT
Cinco de Mayo Events in Dana Point
Happy Comedy De Mayo | Delahunt Taproom + Taqueria- 34091 La Plaza
May 5, 2023 | 8:00PM-9:30PM
Mistress K Hosts this group of up and comedy stars! Headliner Gayla Johnson who headlines all major comedy clubs around, recurs in TV shows, and she has been on ShowTime, Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed and her comedy album Black Wives Matter! Don’t want to miss this free show! Plus, fabulous drink and food specials to celebrate Cinco De Mayo!

HUNTINGTON BEACH
Cinco de Mayo Events in Huntington Beach
Cinco De Mayo – Solita Tacos – Huntington Beach location
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 5:00pm
Join us on May 5th for a Cinco de Mayo celebration that’ll be one for the books! Tacos, live music, Margaritas & more complete this yearly ritual that’ll have you coming back to solita time and time again!

Cinco for a Cause | Dos Amigos Cantina
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 11:30am
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Dos Amigos Cantina in Huntington Beach and help us fundraiser for the McKenna Claire Foundation. Dos Amigos will donate proceeds from the sale of the McKenna Margarita to the McKenna Claire Foundation, founded to honor the memory of a vivacious young girl from Orange County, who lost her battle with a rare brain tumor in 2011. The foundation’s mission is to raise funds to cure pediatric brain cancer by raising awareness, increasing community involvement and funding research.

IRVINE
Cinco de Mayo Events in Irvine
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta | Left Coast Brewing- 6652 Irvine Center Drive
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 5:00PM
DJ WESLEY MINTS 5 PM
Specials:
Nachos + Quesadillas
$2 – Individual Tacos
$9.99 – 2 tacos + Pint

LAGUNA NIGUEL
Cinco de Mayo Events in Laguna Niguel
Cinco De Mayo with the Smokin’ Roosters | Knolls Restaurant
May 5, 2023 | 6:00PM-10:00PM
Come celebrate Cinco De Mayo with us at Knolls Restaurant!

NEWPORT BEACH
Cinco de Mayo Events in Newport Beach
Cinco de Mayo | Red O Restaurant – 143 Newport Center DriveMay 5, 2023 | 3:00PM-12:00AM
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the biggest fiesta in town! 2 DJs, Live Mariachi, Photo Booth, Ice Luge Tequila shooter, Don Julio promos and more!

Cinco De Mayo Saturday Pub Crawl Party | Baja Sharkeez – 114 McFadden Pl
May 6, 2023 | 2:00PM-9:00PM
Our annual Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl party is sure to satisfy all your “Cinco de Drinko” needs this Cinco de Mayo Weekend. The party starts at Baja Sharkeez and continues on to some of Newport Beach’s best bars with exclusive deals on drinks.
Bring your best pals — plus make some new — as you enjoy drink specials, DJ dancing, and no cover at nearly a dozen venues. And make sure you have a way to get home without driving; because this party is gonna get LOCO!!

Cinco De Mayo Party | Legacy Nightclub and Lounge – 4647 MacArthur Blvd
May 5, 2023 | 10:00PM-2:00AM
When you step into Legacy Nighctlub over Cinco de Mayo weekend, you will find yourself in the best live DJs in the world decked out with the finest Cinco de Mayo decorations you have ever seen. It is time for you and your friends to fiesta!

PLACENTIA
Cinco de Mayo Events in Placentia
Cinco de Mayo– Rembrandt’s Kitchen & Bar – 909 E. Yorba Linda Blvd
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 9:00PM
Cinco de Mayo Party!

SAN CLEMENTE
Cinco de Mayo Events in San Clemente
Cinco de Mayo Festival | Max Berg Plaza Park – 1100 Calle Puente
May 6, 2023 | 2:00pm – 6:00pm
The festivities include live entertainment, a Vendor Pavilion, and a Children’s Pavilion with inflatable games, face painting, Fun on the Run Mobile Recreation, and giant slides. The entire family will enjoy this event!

Be a part of the celebration! The City of San Clemente is now accepting vendor applications to be part of the Vendor Pavillion at the Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. The city is seeking a variety of artisan vendors, to help represent the Arts & Crafts and/or Hispanic cultures. Vendor space is limited. Applications must include a San Clemente Business License and applicable fees to be complete. Applications must be complete and received by the application deadline to secure a spot.

SANTA ANA
Cinco de Mayo Events in Santa Ana
Tianguis Market 3rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration | 325 E. 4th Street
May 5, 2023 | 4:00pm – 10:00pm
Mariachi • Vendors • Mexican HipHop • Folklorico • Aztec Danza • Farmers • Food Booths • Corridos • Rock En Español

Cito de Mayo Street Festival | Cerveza Cito Brewery – 309 W. 4th St.
May 6, 2023 | 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Craft beer, live music, DJs, arts and crafts vendors, and food trucks. Downtown Santa Ana, 4th & Birch Street

Cinco de Mayo! | Chapter One: The Modern Local- 227 N Broadway
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 4:00PM
Food Specials. Drink Specials All Weekend Long. DJs Starting at 5pm!

Cinco de Mayo Celebration | The Copper Door- 225 N Broadway
May 5, 2023 | 6:00PM-2:00AM
Join us for a night of music featuring traditional Mexican genres like Mariachi, Ranchera, Banda, Norteña, and Huapango, as well as modern Mexican music like Latin pop, reggaeton, and cumbia. Our talented local Latin performers and guest DJs will keep the dance floor packed all night long. Don’t miss out on this chance to experience the vibrant culture and music of Mexico at Copper Door nightclub!

Cinco de Mayo Bash | El Mercado Modern Cuisine- 301 N Spurgeon St
May 5-6, 2023 | 11:00AM-1:00AM
Doors open at 11am | Food & Drink Specials all Day!
Live Entertainment by Paco Rodriguez (Bohemian Guitar)
Cinco for Cinco Specials ($5 for $5 Shots and Taco Specials)

STANTON
Cinco de Mayo Events in Stanton
Cinco de Mayo party | Dos Amigos Stanton
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 6:00PM
Dj music, dance, authentic Mexican food and drinks! music starting at 6pm. Call us to make a reservation.

Cinco de Mayo party | Dos Amigos Stanton
May 5, 2023 | Starts at 6:00PM
Dj music, dance, authentic Mexican food and drinks! music starting at 6pm. Call us to make a reservation.

TUSTIN
Cinco de Mayo Events in Tustin
Cinco de Mayo Celebration | Frontier Park
May 5, 2023
Mark your calendar for Cinco de Mayo on May 5th at Frontier Park (1400 Mitchell Ave.) from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. There will be food trucks, games, prizes, entertainment, a train ride, photo areas, and more!

VILLA PARK
Cinco de Mayo Events in Villa Park
Cinco de Mayo – WLB style! | The Post at Rockwell’s- 17853 Santiago Blvd
May 5, 2023 | 9:00PM-12:30AM
Who’s hosting the BEST Cinco de Mayo fiesta in North OC??? WE ARE!! Always excited to play for our home base friends in Villa Park. Lets make it a non-stop rock and dance party! Great food, stiff drinks and high energy, great music! We always look forward to throwing a party at our local VP watering hole with our friends, but especially on CINCO DE MAYO!!! See you on the dance floor, VP!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Orange County offers a wide range of Cinco de Mayo events and celebrations that celebrate the Mexican-American heritage. Whether you’re looking for traditional music, dance, food, or family-friendly activities, Orange County has something for everyone. Make sure to mark your calendar for these events and join in the festivities to honor this important day in Mexican history.