Cinco de Mayo Festivities in Southern California
From bustling street fairs to community parades, Southern California boasts a variety of family-friendly events that capture the spirit of Cinco de Mayo. This festive occasion, rooted in Mexican culture and history, offers a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, enjoy delicious food, lively music, and colorful traditions.
2025 Cinco de Mayo Events in Southern California
Anaheim 5 de Mayo Fiesta
CANCELED FOR 2025
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Lakewood Center | Lakewood
Friday, May 2, 2025
Join Angel City Market for a Cinco de Mayo Celebration featuring 85+ vendors, kid activities, live cumbia, folklorico, carnival games and rides.
Cinco De Mayo Mercado
San Gabriel Mission District
Friday, May 2, 2025
Live entertainment, artisan vendors, food trucks, kids’ activities, beer and cocktail garden, live dance performances, and more. Grito contest is open to all ages, no pre-registration required.
FREE! Mariachi Festival
Veterans Park | Long Beach
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Join the City of Long Beach for the 2nd Annual Mariachi Festival featuring live music, resource fair, kids fun zone, food trucks, and more.
FREE! Rancho Days Fiesta
Heritage Hill Historical Park, Lake Forest
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Explore the rich history of Orange County’s rancho era through hands-on activities, crafts, music, and dance. Activities and performances include Native American and Folklorico dancing, ranching activities, piñata breaking, horse riding and roping demos, and explore historic buildings.
FREE! UCLA Spring Showcase & Cinco de Mayo
The Rose Bowl | Pasadena
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Get a special look inside UCLA Football’s preparations for the new season and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a marketplace, food, music, and boxing. This event is free and open to the public, but a ticket is required for admission.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival
Parade Begins at Gardena Blvd at 10am
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fun parade, food, entertainment, and festivities!
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival
Oakwood Park, Venice
Saturday, May 3, 2025
A culturally rich, festive event featuring a parade followed by a street festival. Watch Aztec dancers, Charro, and more live entertainment. See classic cars, lowriders and enjoy authentic Mexican food, Mariachi, face painting, raffles, piñatas, games, and much more.
Fusion Fest Japanese Children’s Day & Cinco de Mayo
Tanaka Farms | Irvine
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Enjoy a weekend of cultural celebration blending Japanese Children’s Day and Cinco de Mayo with food, games, barnyard animals, and live entertainment like taiko drumming, folklorico dancing, crafts, balloon art, and more.
FREE! Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival
Max Berg Plaza Park | San Clemente
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Live music, dancing, vendors, crafts, beer garden, and food trucks. Activities include inflatables, rock climbing, games, and more. Activity wristbands are $15.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
May 3-4, 2025
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with folklorico performances every hour on the hour from 12-3pm.
FREE! Cinco Olvera Festival
Olvera Street | El Pueblo de Los Angeles
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Birthplace of Los Angeles with live musical entertainment, dance performances, prize giveaways, and exhibitor booths. Enjoy shopping and dining at the world-famous Olvera Street Mexican marketplace.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo
Bowers Museum | Santa Ana
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Enjoy vibrant music, delicious food, and cultural celebration with dance performances, art projects, and pan dulce.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo on the Promenade
Third Street Promenade | Santa Monica
Sunday, May 4, 2025
ENjoy live entertainment, outdoor dining, and a pop-up market.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo
The Queen Mary | Long Beach
Monday, May 5, 2025
Step aboard the legendary Queen Mary for a night of live Mariachi music, folklórico dancers, and DJ sets under the stars. Plus, enjoy authentic Mexican flavors and views of Long Beach.
FREE! COFEM Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Olvera Street | El Pueblo de Los Angeles
Monday, May 5, 2025
The Council of Mexican Federations presents a day of cultural performances and popular and traditional entertainment to celebrate Mexico’s surprise victory over French forces in Puebla, Mexico in 1862.
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