The DC area is going all out for Cinco de Mayo—this Sunday, May 5—with parties, festivals, bar crawls, restaurant specials, and more.
And if you’re just in search of a great taco? Check out our guide to the city’s best taquerias . Cinco de Mayo Weekend at Bryant Street
May 3-5
location_on Bryant Street
The Bryant Street Market is partying all weekend long. On Friday, practice your dance moves at an outdoor salsa social. Saturday and Sunday feature a farmer’s market, DJ block party, pet costume contest, and piñata-making workshop
(free) .
Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Punch Bowl Social
May 3-5
location_on Ballston Quarter
Retro arcade games, bowling, karaoke, ping-pong, and a photo booth are highlights at this restaurant/bar. This weekend, it’ll put on a Latin dance playlist and hold a mini piñata scavenger hunt
(free entry) .
Running of the Chihuahuas
May 4
location_on Wharf
The most adorable dog race returns to DC this weekend to help raise funds for Rural Dog Rescue. The 12th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas brings more than 150 chihuahuas to the Wharf’s 60-foot racetrack to compete for pet-friendly gifts and prizes. The event includes a pet parade, a 360 pet photo booth, and more
(free) .
Shipgarten’s Cinco de Mayo Festival
May 4-5
location_on Shipgarten
There’s excitement for everyone at Shipgarten’s two-day Cinco de Mayo Festival. The festivities include upbeat music, margaritas, a three-legged race, a jalapeño eating contest, and snacks. At Sunday’s family festival kids can meet characters from Disney’s
Encanto movie, play in the moon bounce, watch a magic show, and have their faces painted
(free) .
Lucha Libre Battle
May 4
location_on Hook Hall
Mexico’s professional wrestling troupe Lucha Libre will battle it out at Hook Hall, with an adult match and a separate match for children. Wrestling fans can expect to see competitors perform high-flying maneuvers and don cultural masks in celebration of the holiday
($25+) .
Margarita Rooftop Hop
May 4
location_on Clarendon
Clarendon’s margarita-themed bar crawl is a great way to experience multiple Cinco de Mayo celebrations at once. Party-goers have a chance to visit Don Tito, Coco B’s, Clarendon Ballroom, Buena Vida, and more places to binge on tacos and tequila
($7+access to all venues) .
Cinco de Mayo block party
May 4-5
location_on Urbano Mosaic
Mexican restaurant Urbano is throwing an all-ages block party at its Mosaic District location. Saturday kicks off with an all-day festival featuring live music, a DJ, kids activities, face painting, and a taco tent. On Sunday, the fun continues with music, the taco tent, a margarita cart, and patio seating; there are
additional happenings at the restaurant’s other locations, too
(free) .
Mercado DC Street Food Festival
May 5
location_on Eastern Market North Hall
At this immersive Latin street food festival at Eastern Market’s North Hall, graze on a variety of dishes at the food stands featuring recipes from Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela, and beyond. It’ll offer live music and salsa lessons, too
($15) .
“Little Mexico” Celebration
May 4-5
location_on 14th St., between Spring Rd. and Shepherd St., NW
Cinco de Mayo at Ometeo
May 5
location_on 1640 Capital One Dr., Tysons
Cinco de Mayo Party at Pascual
May 5
location_on 732 Maryland Ave., NE
Pinko de Mayo Party
May 5
location_on 3000 12th St., NE
Happy Hour at Sports & Social
May 5
location_on 1314 U St., NW, 11800 Grand Park Ave., North Bethesda
Cinco de Mayo at the Station at Riverdale Park
May 5
location_on 6621 Baltimore Ave., Riverdale Park
Cinco de Mayo at Water Park
May 5
location_on 1601 Crystal Dr., Arlington
Block Party at El Presidente
May 5
location_on 1255 Union St., NE
Drag Brunch at El Sapo Cuban Social Club
May 5
location_on 8455 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring
Cinco de Mayo Party at Lauriol Plaza
May 5
location_on 1835 18th St., NW
Food and Drink Specials at Mariscos 1133
May 5
location_on 1133 11th St., NW
Brunch at Casta’s Rum Bar
May 5
location_on 1121 New Hampshire Ave., NW
If you enjoyed these events, please don’t forget to share this post with a friend on social media, and
sign up for our newsletter for more things to do.
