Cinco de Mayo California

Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for 5th of May) is recognized worldwide as an occasion to pay tribute to the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in on May 5, 1862.

ANAHEIM: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta May 2-5, 2024, daily hours vary
La Palma Park
1000 N Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, 92801
fiestaunited.org
Event includes a carnival, rides, music, food and games. Event has been an annual fiesta of fun since 1971. Carnival rides, Food Trucks, Soccer, Music, vendors

ARCADIA: Michelada Rumble May 4, 2024, 12 p.m.
Santa Anita Park
Arcadia, CA
$25-60, santaanita.com
Live Music, Car Show, Luchadore Wrestlers, The top Michelada vendors in So Cal,  Live horse racing, bet on the Kentucky Derby

AVALON: Cinco de Mayo Tamales Fest April 28, 2024, 3-7 p.m.  + Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 5, 2024, 6-9 p.m.
Catalina Museum for Art & Culture
217 Metropole, Avalon, CA
Free admission, RSVP required: catalinamuseum.org
1. Tamale Festival April 27, 2024, 3-7 p.m. at Catalina Museum for Art & History
Taste homemade tamales from  vendors, accompanied by live music, vibrant dancers, engaging games, and a tamale tasting competition to crown the Best Tamale. Indulge in corn, desserts, merchandise, and sip on margarita flights and refreshments throughout the festival. Music by  Mariachi band, Aurelio Reyes "El Gallo de Chiapas" 
2. Cinco de Mayo May 5, 2024, 6-9 p.m. Enjoy live music by island favorites Sin Frontera, captivating traditional dance performances by Ballet Folklorico Quetzal, and savor popular Mexican dishes from local food vendors. Margaritas, wine, beer, and more for sale.

BAKERSFIELD: Cinco Pachanga May 5, 2024, 2-10 p.m. with Mento Buru, Velorio, Mariachi San Marcos de Bakerfield with Ballet Folklorico Huaztecalli, Dulce Armonia and much more! Doors open 2 p.m. Show at 3 p.m. at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace. Location: 2800 Buck Owens Blvd., Bakersfield, CA 93308 $35-40, buckowens.com

BEAUMONT: Festa de Mayo May 3-4, 2024, Hours: 5-11 p.m. on May 3; 12-11 p.m. on May 4 at Noble Creek Park. Taco & Salsa Competitions, Live Music, Dog Costume Contest and more. Location: 650 W. Oak Valley Parkway, Beaumont, CA. $5 parking fee, bcvparks.com

BISHOP: Chili, Cars & Cervezas plus Monster Trucks, May 4, 2024, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. at The Tri-County Fairgrounds is bringing the heat for Cinco de Mayo with the International Chili Society World Qualifier Cook-Off, 25 craft beers, live music, a car show, swap meet, a Kids Zone, and a Monster Truck Rally. This Cinco de Mayo celebration is going to be fire! Location: 475 Sierra St., Bishop, CA 93514. Free admission, $20-62 for tastings and car show, tricountyfair.com

CARSON: Cinco De Mayo Celebration Saturday, May 4, 2024, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Carson Park, 21411 Orrick Ave, Carson, CA 90745 Live music with Alejandro Gonzalez El Ke-Chechente Fernandel, Vilma Diaz y La Sonora Lo Maejor de la Cumbia Colombia, Mariachi Santa Monica, Vallarta Show, and Trio Renaccemiento. Classic Car Show, Food for Sale, Beer Garden. Free Admission. ci.carson.ca.us or facebook.com/CarsonRecreation

COLUMBIA: Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 4-5, 2024, 10:30 a.m. at Columbia State Historic Park. Come to the birthplace of the first Cinco De Mayo celebration in 1862, enjoy a family event with street dancers, mariachis, vendors, food and much more! 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Location: Columbia State Historic Park, Columbia, CA. Free admission, visittuolumne.com | Mercedes 209-768-3615 Barbara 209-206-1667 cincodemayocolumbia@gmail.com

CORONA: Corona Cinco de Mayo Parade and Fiesta May 4, 2024,  11 a.m.-5 p.m
Cinco de Mayo Parade 10 a.m. Sixth Street from Merrill Street to Rimpau Avenue
Fiesta at City Park
930 E. Sixth St.
Corona, CA
Free, some activities charge a fee, CoronaCincodeMayo.net
Featuring a variety of entertainment, food, games, and booths.
The annual parade with 5 announcers along the parade route includes dancers, marching units, low-riders, antique cars, and children. After the parade, the fiesta begins at the Corona City Park. Opening ceremonies Noon, Fiesta Band Shell. Mexican food, Mariachi groups, Folklorico Dancers, Queen Contest, Latin Salsa, Fun Zone, bouncers, ponies, and play at the game booths. The first Cinco de Mayo celebration in Corona was held in 1924. Ms. Teresa Lemus was the community's first Cinco de Mayo Queen. Having moved to Corona from Phoenix, Arizona, her father wished to host a Cinco de Mayo celebration. With the help of the community, money was raised to hold a parade, fiesta, and a street dance. At that time, the parade traveled along the city's Grand Boulevard Circle.

DINUBA: Cinco de Mayo "Viva la Fiesta" Parade, Festival and Pageant May 2-5, 2024
Rose Ann Vuich Park
855 E. El Monte Way
Dinuba, CA
Free, dinubachamber.com | facebook.com/DinubaCDMP
Saturday May 4, 2024 Parade, 2024 Cinco de Mayo Queen, bands, floats and more appear in the Parade! Parade route: Staging at Elizabeth Way 9 a.m. | Marches onto Tulare Street to L Street | turns onto L Street to Kern | marches on Kern Street back to J Street end
Festival includes music, food, games and carnival with ticketed rides you must buy. The Carnival  at Rose Ann Vuich Park is May 2-5, 2024.   Entertainment, Food and Craft booths open May 4-5, 2024

DUARTE: Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 2, 2024, 3:30 p.m.
Free, $ for food. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Teen Center. There will be traditional Mexican food for all to enjoy, accessduarte.com

FULLERTON: Cinco de Mayo Tianguis (traditional market) May 5, 2024, 2-6 p.m. at Hunt Library grounds.  Authentic Artisan Goods: Handcrafted items that represent the breadth and depth of Hispanic artistry. From textiles to ceramics, jewelry, and beyond, goods that tell a story. Cultural Performances: Musicians, dancers, and storytellers who can captivate an audience and transport them through the rich history and vibrant celebrations of Hispanic culture. Location: 201 S. Basque Ave., Fullerton, CA. Free admission, cityoffullerton.com

GARDENA: Gardena Cinco De Mayo 37th Annual Parade May 4, 2024, 10 a.m.  Cinco de Mayo & Parade (at 10 a.m.) Route: begins at Gardena Market - Gardena Blvd. & New Hampshire Ave. and ends at Fukai Park where the festival takes place. Folk dancing by Nuestras Raices, Chapala and 153rd Elementary School. Appearances by the Retro Boomers Band, Ambertones, Dignitaries and the 2024-2025 Cinco de Mayo Court. Food, entertainment, mariachis, folklorico folk dancing, crafts and classic cars. Location:  Fukai Park, 15800 S. Brighton Ave., Gardena, CA. Free admission, cityofgardena.org

LOS ANGELES: Cinco de Mayo Free Family Day April 28, 2024, 12 p.m. at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Free, lapca.org
Theatrical performances by Ballet Folklorico Flor de Mayo and Santa Monica College Global Motion World Dance Company; music by Conjunto Tenocelomeh, DJ Ani & DJ Sol; workshops such as painting a garden pot, painting a bandera, or planting Chile Poblano seeds; food & beverages for sale by Tamales Veracruz y Más.

LOS ANGELES: Olvera Street Cinco Celebration May 4-5, ? 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument
Olvera Street
Downtown Los Angeles, CA
The festive weekend festival features popular and traditional music, exhibitor booths, cultural dancing and plenty of delicious Mexican food.

LOS ANGELES: Fiesta Broadway Cinco de Mayo Celebration  April 28, 2024
Broadway between 1st & 4th Streets
Los Angeles, CA
Free
Billed as the Largest Cinco de Mayo Celebration in America
Concerts, artists, shopping, food and more.
Council of Mexican Federations (COFEM) is sponsor of event which includes bands galore.  Daily Celebration of Mexico's victory over French forces in Puebla, Mexico in 1862, with popular and traditional music, exhibitor booths, dancing and food. Celebration of Mexico's victory over French forces in Puebla, Mexico in 1862, with popular and traditional music, dancing, and food. Celebration of Mexico's victory over French forces in Puebla, Mexico in 1862, with popular and traditional music, dancing, and food.

MONTEREY PARK: A Tribute to Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 9, 2024, 5-10 p.m.
Barnes Park Amphitheater
350 S. McPherrin Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Free, montereypark.ca.gov
Cinco de Mayo Celebration rekindles the sounds and magic of Mexico through performances, authentic Mexican food and more. Entertainment will include Mariachi, Folklorico dancing and lots of food and fun. Live Entertainment by Cambalaches, Mariachi by Antonio Navarro and Mariachi Concert, plus The Latin fusion band  DRIVE.

PASADENA: Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl May 4, 2024, 12-9 p.m.
1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA. Free, rosebowlstadium.com
The 3rd Annual Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl free family friendly, multi-faceted event features live music, a youth soccer tournament, a marketplace, and outdoor movie showings. Marketplace in Court of Champions, Youth Soccer Tournament, Movie Showing: Coco + Beverly Hills Chihuahua. Bring blankets and folding chairs to enjoy  the perfect backdrop of the San Gabriel Mountains that can be seen from the iconic Rose Bowl field.  

PORTERVILLE: Cinco de Mayo Parade May 4, 2024, 10 a.m. Downtown. recorderonline.com

RAMONA Tacos and Beer Fest May 4, 2024, 12 p.m. at   Food, Drinks and Music Where: 421 Aqua Lane $80-130,  ramonachamber.com
Line up: Gran Jaripeo Baile, La Septima Banda, Banda Zeta, Banda Tierra Surena, Seis Linea, Zona Blindada

RICHMOND & SAN PABLO:  de Mayo Parade and Festival May 5, 2024
The Parade starts at 10 a.m. at  24th Street @ Barrett Avenue in Richmond, turning right on Market Avenue, and ending at Church Lane @ San Pablo Avenue in San Pablo.  
10 a.m.-5 p.m.  Cinco de Mayo Festival (Bash) is always the first Sunday in May, Hosted by 23rd Street Merchants Association, 23rdstreetmerchants.com
ci.richmond.ca.us
Biggest Cinco celebration in the Bay Area attracts over 100,000 people!
Celebrate the Mexican Culture and enjoy three music stages, dancing horses, jumpers, giveaways, food, exhibits and much more.

SAN BERNARDINO: Festival, Where Cultures Connect, May 4, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Lytle Creek Park. Fun activities for all ages and free concert by Stone Soul band. Location: 380 South K Street, San Bernardino, CA. sbcity.org

SAN DIEGO: Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo May 4-5, 2024

• Gaslamp May 4, 2024, 12-10 p.m.
• Old Town May 4-5, 2024, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday

Free, oldtowncincodemayo.com

SAN GABRIEL: Cinco de Mayo Mercado Wednesday, May 3, 2024, 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Mission District. Artisan vendors, music, crafts, food, beer garden, craft cocktails and more! Celebrate with the City of San Gabriel at this festive event. 2024 Cinco De Mayo media sponsor, Telemundo52 has free photo booths and other fun activities and giveaways. Location: 320 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA. Free admission, SanGabrielCity.com /1338/Cinco-de-Mayo

SAN LEANDRO: Cinco de Mayo Celebration! May 3, 2024, 6 p.m.
Marina Community Center
15301 Wicks Blvd.
San Leandro, CA
Free, open to the public, sanleandro.org
Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration open to the public features mariachi music by Mariachi Femenil Orgullo Mexicano and theatrical performances  by the Ballet Folklorico Costa de Oro. Traditional Mexican arts and crafts for kids to make, light refreshments and fun.

SOUTH EL MONTE: South El Monte Night Market Celebration May 2, 2024, 6- 9:30 p.m.
1459 Santa Anita Street
South El Monte, CA
cityofsouthelmonte.org
(626) - 579-2043
Beer Garden, Live boxing performance, Melodia Versatil mariachi, folklorico dancers, kids corner, local vendors.

SHAFTER: Shafter Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 4, 2024
Parade begins at 10 a.m. Route: Richland & Shafter Avenues, marching on Shafter, then left on Munzer to Central, left on James, to California Ave., turn right on Calif. to North Kern Courts parking lot.
Mannel Park
Shafter, CA
Free, shaftercincodemayo.org
Approx. 20 vendors & exhibitors, music, dancers, children's rides, arts, crafts, information, food booths, a mini carnival for the kids, and fun activities throughout the day.

STOCKTON: Cinco de Mayo Parade and Fiesta May 4-5, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Weber Point
Over 30,000 people came last year so the festival now takes place over 2 days! Free parade  at 11 a.m. El Concilio California is excited to bring back its Festival Parade with a new route that ends right at the Weber Point festival entrance.
Free admission, elconcilio.org
Gates on Saturday, May 4 at 11 a.m. with a 5K Family Fun Run starting at 9 a.m., with a full day of fun, food, games and entertainment that will wrap up with a late-night concert and comedy event until 8 p.m. Sunday gates open at 10 a.m. with the annual Cinco de Mayo Parade, with activities, entertainment, fun, and games continuing until 6 p.m.
Central Valley's Largest Annual Cinco de Mayo Family Fiesta in downtown Stockton includes traditional Hispanic culture, dance, and music, foods, beverages, arts and crafts vendors, as well as a children's activities area, contests, health information and screenings and live performances on the main stage and throughout the day.

TULARE: St. Rita's Catholic Church Cinco de Mayo April 27-28, 2024
Back Parking Lot
954 S. O St.
Tulare CA
stritacatholicchurch.com (see church for updated info)
Great food and drinks, live music, bands and entertainment with folklore dances, raffles and activities for the whole family. Saturday 4-9 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

TUSTIN: Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 3, 2024, 3-6 p.m. at Frontier Park. Free entertainment, games and prizes, food for sale. Location: 1400 Mitchell Avenue, Tustin, CA. Free, tustinca.org 

SAN BERNARDINO: Festival - Where Cultures Connect May 4, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Lytle Creek Park
380 S. K Street
San Bernardino, Ca
Free, sbcity.org
Food, entertainment, carnival rides, petting zoo, fun villages

SAN CLEMENTE: Cinco de Mayo Festival May 4, 2024, 2 - 6 p.m.
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente
San Clemente, CA
Beer Garden, Food Trucks, Vendors Market, Crafts, Games and Prizes...
Free, activities wrist band $15, san-clemente.org
The annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta celebrates Mexican culture in the charming Spanish Village by the Sea. The program features live entertainment, Mexican fare, kids' game booths, face painting and other activities, and music, food trucks and more are in store.
Entertainment: Mariachi Nuevo Jalisciense, Ballet Folklorico De Las Palmas, Elko Norteno, Chinelos Sin Frouteras, Groupo Dilema

SAN CLEMENTE: Fiesta de Mayo May 5, 2024, 1-3 p.m.
Outlets at San Clemente, Oak Tree Court
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, Suite 190
San Clemente, CA
Free admission
outletsatsanclemente.com
Mariachis and Ballet Folklorico, Local breweries and food for sale, free family-friendly fun,  giveaways,  and more!

SAN FRANCISCO: Cinco de Mayo May 5, 2024, 12-5 p.m. at District Six. Mexican cuisine, vibrant decorations, and lively performances. Location: 428 11th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. Free with RSVP, eventbrite.com

SANGER: Cinco de Mayo Senior Luncheon May 3, 2024, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Sanger Community Center. Classic Mexican meal and mariachi performs. A good time for all! Location: 730 Recreation Ave., Sanger, CA. $5 Seniors, $10 others, sanger.org

TUSTIN: Cinco De Mayo May 3, 2024, 4-6 p.m.
Frontier Park
Tustin, CA
tustinca.org
Free games, food, prizes and entertainment with Danza Colibri and Ramos el Mariachi de la Voz de Mexico

VENICE: Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade Festival May 4, 2024, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Oakwood Park
767 California Avenue
Venice, CA 90291
Free
Parade at 10 a.m. features Mexican Cultural performances including classic cars, traditional Folklorico dancers, Aztec Dancers, Charro, and Mariachi.
Route: Starts on Lincoln at California Ave., left on Rose Ave., then left on 7th Ave. ending at 7th & California.
Festival at 11 a.m. following parade includes Grupo La Rosa Folklorico Dancers, Charro, high school bands & cheer squads, classic cars, Mexican food for sale, rock band, DJs, and face painting, arts & crafts, and piñatas for kids.

VISALIA: Tulare Kings Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Cinco de Mayo Friday, May 3, 2024, 5:30-10 p.m. on Church Street (Between Main & Center) in Downtown Visalia. Free, mytkhcc.org/ cinco-de-mayo

 

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LOS ANGELES: Cinco de Mayo Fest  at Pershing Square. Bands Orquesta Nueva Revolucion, El Mariachi Cielito Lindo, La Revancha. Location: 532 S. Olive St., Los Angeles, CA.   laparks.org/pershingsquare

SANTA ANA: Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo Carnival. It's a Cinco Celebration with carnival rides and games for all ages. Free General Admission. Free Parking.   thefuncarnival.com

 

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