Celebrate Mexican American culture with a long weekend of celebrations, food and drink specials, concerts and more in Houston celebrating Cinco de Mayo, from Friday, May 2 through Cinco de Mayo, Monday, May 5, 2025.
Commemorating the date of a pivotal Mexican army victory over France in 1862, Cinco de Mayo has come to be a day of celebration in the United States.
These days in Houston, Cinco de Mayo represents a moment where the community can take part in longstanding traditions of Mexican American culture through concerts, culinary treats, markets, libations, and more.
Take part in this year’s revelry with our list of the top Cinco de Mayo festivities and events taking place this year on and before Cinco de Mayo, Monday, May 5, 2025.
Cinco de Mayo 2025 Celebrations & Events in Houston
Cinco de Mayo at Giant Texas Distillers | Friday, May 2 & Saturday, May 3 | FREE – The large East End distillery hosts a two-day celebration packed with bold flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and live music by Kevin Castillo. 11am to 1pm both days.
DIY Piñata Making at Art Cellar Houston | Saturday, May 3 – In this kids’ art class, instructors will guide participants step by step through the colorful world of piñata-making. $30. 9am to 11am.
Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Children’s Museum Houston | Saturday, May 3 – Celebrate Cinco, a day that commemorates a historical Mexican victory, with live performances, DIY piñata art workshop, and story time in the Museum District. $19.95. 10am to 4pm.
Galveston Island Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at Old Galveston County Courthouse | Saturday, May 3 | FREE – Celebrate Cinco down island at the all day family-friendly party with live music, dancing, face painting, raffles, tasty food, unique merchandise, and so more. Noon to 9pm.
Salsa & Michelada Showdown at Eureka Heights Brew Co. | No Cover – Boasting fresh salsa and michelada tastings, local teams go head-to-head in a spirited Cinco de Mayo competition complimented by tunes from Icehouse Radio, salsa dancing, and more. 2pm to 6pm.
East End Street Fest at the Esplanade on Navigation | Saturday, May 3 | FREE – The annual festival celebrates the art, music, and the Mexican and Chicano heritage of the East End and Segundo Barrio with dance performances, live music headlined by Sunny Sauceda, artwork, and fun for kids along Navigation Boulevard, Plaza de Piñata, Plaza de Luchas, and Plaza de los Niños. 3pm to 9pm.
Houston Heights Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl on White Oak Drive | Saturday, May 3 – Visit a series of popular Heights bars. Check in is at Christian’s Tailgate Bar & Grill. Tickets are $19.99. 4pm to 10pm.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta & Bar Crawl in Midtown | Saturday, May 3 – Enjoy a cold cerveza at this Midtown pub crawl that features drink specials, a costume contest, and more surprises. Check in is at Reset from 5pm to 7pm. $15 and up. 5pm to 11:30pm.
Battle of Houston: Lucha Libre Festival & Cinco de Mayo Mayhem at Karbach Brewing Company | Saturday, May 3 – See luchadores like Max Castellanos, Emperador Azteca, Gino Medina, Brillante RB, and The Tiger duke it out at a celebration also boasting live music, a community altar, Mexican antojitos, face painting, arts and crafts, mercadito vibes, and more. $35. 6pm to 10pm.
Lucha Libre at Cuchara Restaurant | Saturday, May 3 – The Mexico City restaurant in Montrose expands into the parking lot with a regulation outdoor arena for the Mini Chichen Itza World Championship as Microman and Guapito go head to head, plus a lineup of other matches. $30+. 7pm to 11pm.
Cinco de Mayo at Miller: Inspector in Concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre | Saturday, May 3 | FREE – The longstanding annual tradition at Miller Outdoor Theatre is back with another night of Cinco de Mayo celebration, featuring a live show by Inspector, one of Mexico’s most popular ska bands, with a 28 year-long history. 8pm.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Hyatt Centric The Woodlands | Saturday, May 3 to Cinco de Mayo, Monday, May 5 | No Cover – Located in Market Street, the hotel hosts hosts fiesta hours with specialty margaritas, tacos, festive décor, upbeat music, and a lively atmosphere. 5pm to 10pm each day.
Cinco de Mayo Weekend Fiesta at Moonshine Deck | Saturday, May 3 to Cinco de Mayo, Monday, May 5 | No Cover – The Heights hangout hosts a 3-day celebration with tamale and taco stands, photo ops, a live Mariachi band, and the Canelo vs. Scull fight on the big screen. 2pm to 2am Saturday and Sunday; 6pm to 2am on Monday.
2nd Annual El Cinco Cinco 5K, 10k, Kids & Family 1K at Karbach Brewing Company | Sunday, May 4 – Dress in your best fiesta wear to run or walk, followed by brews and more at Karbarch Brewery in Spring Branch. $30+. 7:30am.
Party on Board: Salsa Bachata Cinco de Mayo Party at Houston Party Boats | Sunday, May 4 – Latin Dance Factory transforms the bay in League City into one giant floating Latin dance floor where you can dance to salsa, merengue, bachata, and more. $55+. 5pm to 8:30pm.
Cinco de Mayo Weekend at Riverhouse Houston | Saturday, May 3 to Cinco de Mayo, Monday, May 5 – Positioned in the heart of the East River 9 golf course along the Buffalo Bayou in the East End, the open air restaurant and bar is serving up fajitas, street tacos, margaritas, and live music for Cinco de Mayo weekend. Reservations encouraged. Times vary.
LULAC Cinco de Mayo Parade in Downtown Houston | FREE – The festive parade gathers elected officials, community members, businesses, schools, and more to walk and dance to the rhythm of Latin music in Downtown—starting at Dallas and Bagby, and traveling down Walker, Smith and Lamar streets. 10am.
Cinco de Mayo Party at Social Beer Garden | No Cover – The popular Midtown spot hosts a huge Cinco de Mayo bash complete with food and drink specials, live DJs, a Grito contest, giveaways, and more. 11am to 10pm.
Cinco de Mayo at The Rustic in Downtown | No Cover – The Downtown restaurant and live music venue hosts a Cinco de Mayo celebration with $5 house margaritas and live music all day. Reservations are recommended. 11am to 11pm.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at El Venado Tacos & Tequila | No Cover – The vibrant Mexican eatery on Washington Ave hosts a Cinco de Mayo party that features salsa lessons, a ballet folklórico performance, food and drink specials, and more. Noon to 8pm.
Cinco De Mayo with Pride Houston 365 at Axelrad | No Cover – Midtown’s backyard hosts a Cinco celebration with Pride Houston for a lively afternoon filled with food, music and the announcement of this year’s Pride parade grand marshals. 4pm to 7pm.
Cinco de Mayo Salsa Beginner Monday at Henke & Pillot – The Downtown bar and lounge hosts a Latin dance class and social for beginners with drink specials, great music, and more. $20+. 7pm to 10:30pm.
Cinco de Drinko at Little Woodrow’s Midtown | FREE – The Midtown watering hole hosts their Cinco de Mayo bash with tequila shots, margaritas, and more. 7pm to 11pm.
Don’t Miss Out on Tomorrow’s Fun!