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.
2026 Cinco de Mayo Events in Southern California
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
May 2–3
Citadel Outlets celebrates Cinco de Mayo with cultural performances, face painting, balloon twisting, and live music over two festive days in Commerce.
Día de los Niños / Children’s Day
Los Angeles Zoo, Los Angeles
May 2–3
See Aztec dancers, make crafts, visit a plushie clinic, and enjoy bilingual storytime at the zoo.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Mission District, San Gabriel
Friday, May 1
Watch folklórico, mariachi, join a grito contest, play Lotería, and enjoy food trucks and kids activities.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo at the UCLA Spring Game
Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
Saturday, May 2
Enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film.
FREE! 40th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival
Mas Fukai Park, Gardena
Saturday, May 2
Gardena’s 40th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade begins at 10 a.m. at Gardena Blvd. & New Hampshire Ave., wrapping up at Mas Fukai Park with an all-day festival featuring entertainment, dancing, crafts, and food.
FREE! Annual Mariachi Festival
Veterans Park – Long Beach, Long Beach
Saturday, May 2
Hear live mariachi, see folklórico dancers, and celebrate culture at this community festival.
FREE! Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Max Berg Plaza Park – San Clemente, San Clemente
Saturday, May 2
Watch folklórico dancers, hear mariachi, enjoy inflatables, games, and treats at this festive Cinco celebration.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo at Steelcraft in Garden Grove
SteelCraft – Garden Grove, Garden Grove
Sunday, May 3
Join Steelcraft for a festive Cinco de Mayo with food, live music, folklorico performance, and more.
FREE! Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
El Pueblo Historical Monument, Los Angeles
Sunday, May 3
Enjoy mariachi, folklórico dancers, kids activities, and a guided history tour at El Pueblo.
FREE! Cinco de Mayo
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
Sunday, May 3
Watch mariachi, see folklórico dancers, make mini piñatas, and enjoy pan dulce at this festive celebration.
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