Cinco de Mayo in Orlando: Celebrate with events and deals
Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration on May 5 involving tacos, margaritas and merriment for many across the United States.
What the holiday actually commemorates is the victory of Mexican troops over French forces in an 1862 battle. Modern-day revelers can celebrate in Orlando-area venues hosting food and drink specials, plus honor Mexican culture. Here are a few ideas for Cinco de Mayo.
The Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts a Cinco de Mayo Street Party with live music on two stages, street performers, food and beverage specials. The festivities start at 3 p.m. May 5 at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. in Kissimmee. More information: sunsetwalk.com
SeaWorld Orlando hosts a fiesta for Cinco de Mayo with special happenings inside the park (through May 5) during the Seven Seas Food Festival. Find a fiesta in the street in Wild Arctic Plaza from noon-6 p.m. daily, plus a DJ dance party and live music. Indulge in a variety of Mexican cuisine during the food festival. The festivities are included in the price of admission at 7007 SeaWorld Drive in Orlando. More information: seaworld.com
4 Rivers Smokehouse provides a street party taco kit that is available for online orders through May 4. For $124, the kit feeds a group of 10 and includes everything needed for 30 tacos. More information: 4rsmokehouse.com/order-online/
Tin Roof Orlando brings guests frozen margaritas, tequila Jello-O shots and more. Enjoy music from Shamanic Roots at 2 p.m., Soundscaper at 6 p.m. and Stereo FM at 10 p.m. May 5 at 8371 International Drive in Orlando. More information: tinrooforlando.com
Mango’s Tropical Cafe throws a Cinco de Mayo Block Party on International Drive featuring free tequila shots every hour. Guests can also find a mariachi show, a live band, food trucks and surprise giveaways. The free party is noon-11:30 p.m. May 5 at 8126 International Drive in Orlando. More information: Call 321-276-2498 or visit eventbrite.com
Poblanos Authentic Mexican Restaurant hosts a Cinco de Mayo celebration with a special food menu, music and cultural festivities. Enjoy tacos and tequila, authentic dishes and a DJ. The all-day celebration is on May 5 at 4747 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee. More information: facebook.com
Rocco’s Tacos throws a block party for Cinco de Mayo at all locations, including the one in Orlando. Guests can enjoy live music, street eats and VIP bottle service at the free-admission event. Enjoy the festivities from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. May 5 at 7468 W. Sand Lake Road in Orlando. More information: roccostacos.com
The Alfond Inn offers ground beef tostadas for lunch and dinner, $5 house margaritas and other specials all day on May 5. Lunch is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and dinner is 5-9 p.m. May 5 at 300 E. New England Ave. in Winter Park. More information: thealfondinn.com
IceBar Orlando celebrates the weekend with $9 house margaritas, $10 taco flights, $7 churro bites and other festive offerings. Guests can also enjoy a DJ all weekend as the party goes on 5 p.m.-2 a.m. May 3-4 and 5 p.m.-1 a.m. May 5 at 8967 International Drive in Orlando. More information: icebarorlando.com
Raglan Road, typically known for its Irish offerings, will have live music from Fiárock and specialty kitchen offerings. Find the festivities on May 5 at 1640 Buena Vista Drive in Orlando. More information: raglanroad.com
Kavas Tacos + Tequila celebrates Cinco de Mayo and its first anniversary with a celebration that lasts all weekend long. Enjoy $6 house margaritas, $5 Korazon de Kavas Mexican lager, 50 percent off high-end tequilas and a mini pinata scavenger hunt around Pointe Orlando. Guests can enjoy live entertainment all afternoon and weekend brunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 4-5 at 9101 International Drive #1198 in Orlando. More information: kavastacos.com
The Whole Enchilada Fresh Mexican Grill & Bar presents a party on Saturday and Sunday in Winter Garden. Guests can find free swag, specials, a DJ, live music, face painting and margaritas. The two-day celebration is noon-11 p.m. May 4-5 at 129 W. Plant St. in Winter Garden. More information: eventbrite.com
Orlando Pub Crawl gives party-goers the chance to celebrate Cinco de Mayo downtown on Saturday night. Enjoy four free drinks included in the $20 crawl ticket ($25 on the event day). Participants can check in from 7:30-9:30 p.m. May 4 at Stager Inn, 100 E. Central Blvd. in Orlando. More information: orlandopubcrawl.com
Sanford’s Food Truck Fiesta brings a family-friendly and pet-friendly Cinco de Mayo block party to the community with more than 40 food trucks during the event in historic downtown Sanford from 1-6 p.m. May 5. Guests can also find craft beer, vendors and live music. More information: facebook.com
Orange County Brewers hosts patrons for a Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo block party with live music, games, food, prizes and plenty of drinks. Enjoy specials and a brunch menu until 3 p.m. on May 4. Find the festivities 11 a.m.-11 p.m. May 4-5 at 1117 International Parkway #1701 in Lake Mary. More information: facebook.com
Don Julio Mexican Kitchen’s Eagle Creek location celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a fiesta, including DJs, live bands and giveaways. The all-ages event also features plenty of Mexican food and drinks. Find the fiesta from on May 5 at 9776 Eagle Creek Center Blvd. in Orlando. More information: instagram.com
Boxi Park Lake Nona provides a family fun day for Cinco de Mayo with live music, dancing, margaritas and more. The free-admission event has a paid upgrade with a personalized bottle of Tres Generaciones tequila available with a $49.49 ticket (available on Eventbrite). Festivities take place noon-9 p.m. May 5 at 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. in Orlando. More information: boxiparklakenona.com
Tijuana Flats offers several discounted items for $5 each during Cinco de Mayo weekend, May 3-5. The eatery also offers a “Fiesta Bundle Meal Kit,” including a take-home taco kit, chips, salsa, queso, guac and churro fries for $46.99. Multiple Central Florida locations. tijuanaflats.com
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