Cinco de Mayo (pronounced: [?si?ko ðe ?ma?o] is rolling around again. This annual celebration commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over France on 05/05/1862. However, most Americans just think of it as a great day to get Mexican food and have a celebration. Who doesn’t love eating Mexican food? Even at 7am in the morning; Huevos rancheros does sound tasty. That being said, there are plenty of places in the metro Phoenix area to go to join in the festivities. Take a moment to read more about the history of this celebration here.

Festivities on Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival

The 23rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Phoenix Festival is one of the largest multicultural festivals in Arizona commemorating Mexico’s historic victory over the French Army in the 1862 Battle of Puebla. This two day street festival is located between the skyscrapers in downtown Phoenix and provides attendees with non-stop fun, music, games, and giveaways.

May 7th, 2016 (Hours 2PM-12AM)

May 8th, 2016 (Hours 12PM-10PM)

200 W Washington St

Phoenix, AZ 85003

For more information visit the website here.

Enchanted Island Amusement Park Cinco de Mayo Event

FREE Celebration on May 1st!

May 1, 2016 at 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

$10 Special Priced Wristbands for Children or Adults
IRON MAN from Marvel Comics is joining us from 11am – 5pm for autographs and pictures (fees apply)
Live entertainment at the park, including a Hispanic band and Ballet Folkloria, who will be performing in authentic costumes
FREE participation in candy-filled piñatas for the kids

The Cinco de Mayo Pizza?

Fired Pie

Tacos not your thing? Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with pizza! All day on May 5, locally owned Fired Pie is offering up their Spicy Southwest Pizza for $5.