Cinco de Mayo, Spanish for "the fifth of May," celebrates the defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla, which took place on May 5, 1862. Celebrating Cinco de Mayo has become increasingly popular in the DFW area. Many celebrate the day with dancing, music, food and beverages. Many restaurants and bars offer specials and live music.
For some of us, it's a good excuse for tacos, enchiladas, margaritas and cervezas!
Cinco de Mayo Big Parade 2012
What: Cinco de Mayo Big Parade & Festival/Quinceañera Dinner & Dance. The Big Parade is the largest Cinco de Mayo parade in North Texas with over 20,000 in attendance. This colorful event includes marching bands, folkloric dance groups, school groups and much more.
When: Saturday, May 5, 2012. Big Parade starts at 11 a.m. and ending about 12:30 p.m. The Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 600 W. Jefferson. Main Stage/entertainment.
Where: The historic downtown Oak Cliff. The festival is on the 600 block of W. Jefferson Blvd. The Big Parade begins at 200 E. Jeffersson and ends at 1000 W. Jefferson Blvd.
Contact: Sylvana Avila Alonzo at 214-650-8381.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration Irving
What: Cinco de Mayo Celebration
When: May 4, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: U.S. Mexico Cultural & Education Foundation, 211 Mandalay Canal, Irving, TX 75039. 214-217-8484.
Cinco de Mayo Festival FW
Ok, technically it's on seis de Mayo, but it's still a fiesta. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the La Gran Plaza with live entertainment featuring the La Gran Plaza Mariachi, local bands, authentic Mexican dishes, and the biggest Cinco de Mayo party in the metroplex.When: Sunday, May 6, 2012 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: MetroPCS Stage, 4200 South Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76115. 817-922-8888.
Celina Cinco de Mayo Celebration 2012
Saturday, May 5th from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. It is going to be a day of family fun. Games, traditional dances, shopping, food, kid area, face painting, contests, raffle. Proceeds go toward a college scholarship. Join in this community event hosted by El Puente de Celina and City of Celina. Join their Facebook fan page to stay up to date on what is coming to the Cinco De Mayo celebration!!Where: Event to be held on the Celina Downtown Historic Square, Celina TX 75009.
Bars/Restaurants With Cinco de Mayo Specials
© Angela Patterson
Get into the fun with food and drink specials and live music. Details.
Best Margaritas in DFW
Have you tried all the margs on this list? What's stopping you? Enjoy them responsibly on Cinco de Mayo!Perfect Recipes for an At-Home Cinco de Mayo Celebration
If you dislike crowds and love to cook, here are some recipes for great-tasting mexican appetizers and cocktails.
10 Best Tacos in Dallas
© Angela Patterson
Simply put: The 10 Best Tacos in Dallas. Sample some as part of your Cinco de Mayo celebration.
