Updated for 2024
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Forces back in 1862. Here in Southern California, you’ll find lots of family-friendly ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. And, you don’t have to wait until May 5th to start having fun.
Family Friendly Cinco de Mayo Events in Los Angeles – in Calendar Order
Cinco de Mayo Family Day
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is hosting their FREE Cinco de Mayo Family Day on Sunday, April 28th. This free event gives families the chance to learn the history of the holiday. Enjoy live musical and dance performances, art workshops, and more. Food and beverages will be available for sale on-site.
Fiesta Broadway
DTLA, on Broadway from 1st to 4th, Los Angeles
Billed as the “Largest Cinco de Mayo Celebration in America,” Fiesta Broadway is happening on Sunday, April 28th. 4 big blocks filled with live music, food and vendor booths, and lots of fun. This event is free to attend.
Anaheim 5 de Mayo Fiesta
La Palma Park
1151 N. La Palma Pkwy, Anaheim, CA 92801
The Annual Anaheim 5 de Mayo Fiesta is a multi-day event, happening May 2-5. Enjoy live music, carnival rides, food and vendor booths, and more. Check the website for all the details and a schedule of each day’s activities.
City of San Gabriel’s Cinco de Mayo Mercado
San Gabriel Mission Playhouse
320 S. Mission Dr., San Gabriel, CA 91776
The City of San Gabriel’s Cinco de Mayo Mercado is happening on Friday, May 3rd. Enjoy an evening of food, shopping (local artisans will be selling their wares), and cultural performances at this free event.
Tustin Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Frontier Park
1400 Mitchell Ave., Tustin, CA 92780
The City of Tustin invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Friday, May 3rd. The fun includes live entertainment, games, prizes, and more. Food trucks will be on-site as well.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Citadel Outlets
100 Citadel Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90040
Citadel Outlets is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 4th-5th. Fifteen-minute Folklorico performances are scheduled at 12:00 pm 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm each day.
Gardena’s Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festivities
Parade begins at Gardena Market , Mas Fukai Park
15800 S. Brighton Ave., Gardena, CA
The City of Gardena hosts its Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festivities on Saturday, May 4th. The Parade begins at 10:00 am, and ends at Mas Fukai Park. Festivities begin at the Park immediately following the parade and include food, entertainment, and more at this free event.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Visit historic Olvera Street for the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. Events are planned throughout the day including vendor booths, musical and dance performances, artisans, a Kids Zone, food and drink, and more.
Historical Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival
Oakwood Park
767 California Ave., Venice, CA 90291
The Historical Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival is happening on Saturday, May 4th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. This free event begins with a parade at 10:00 am followed by a lively festival. Enjoy Aztec Dancers, Mariachi Musicians, the Venice High School Band, classic cars, face painting, food, and much more at this free event. You can reserve your spot online.
San Clemente Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente, San Clemente, CA 92672
Families can spend the day in San Clemente for the city’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on Saturday, May 4th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The fun includes live entertainment, a Vendor Pavilion, a Children’s Pavilion (complete with inflatables, face painting, and games), food, and more.
Corona Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Parade begins at Sixth and Merrill St., Corona, CA
The 50th Annual Corona Cinco de Mayo Celebration is happening on Saturday, May 4th. The festivities include a Parade, which starts at 10:00 am, and a Fiesta, which begins after the parade (usually around 11:00 am) and continues until 4:00 pm. Details are available online.
Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl
Rose Bowl Stadium
1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA 91103
Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl is a free, family-friendly event happening on Saturday, May 4th from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This special event is an “opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film.” Free tickets are available online.
Mar Vista Farmers’ Market
Grand View at Venice Blvd., Mar Vista, CA
The Mar Vista Farmers’ Market hosts annual celebrations of popular holidays. On Sunday, May 5th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm families can celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live entertainment, food, and fun.
Cinco de Mayo Skate Night
Moonlight Rollerway
5110 San Fernando Road, Glendale, CA 91204
Moonlight Rollerway invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Skate Night on Sunday, May 5th from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This all-ages event will have you skating to “all your favorite Latinx performers including Bad Bunny, Selena, Becky G, Ozuna and more.” Admission ticket does not include skate rental. (No spectators are allowed.) Tickets are available online.
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Barnes Park
440 S. McPherrin Ave., Monterey Park, CA
The City of Monterey Park invites families to its Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Thursday, May 9th from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. “The event will highlight the sights, sounds, and magic of Mexico with a dynamic performance by the band DRIVE.” The festivities include games, carnival, food, and more. A schedule is available online.
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