Cinco de Mayo is on a Sunday this year and we’ve rounded up some great family-friendly spots for you! We know you don’t need a history lesson from us, but Cinco De Mayo is an annual celebration of Mexico’s victory over France in the 1860s. This festive celebration is sometimes confused with Mexico’s Independence Day (but that’s one of Mexico’s biggest holidays and is celebrated in September). Now that we’re all up to speed, here’s where to celebrate with your family this Sunday!
— Fiesta Austin Cinco De Mayo
Saturday, May 4 | 1 pm – 10 pm | 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, food, arts, a Kids’ Zone, and culture with Fiesta Austin this Saturday! Kids 12 and under are free all day. 13+ is $5 with pre-sale purchase and $7 at the door. Get all the info here.
— H-E-B Free First Sunday: Cinco de Mayo @ The Bullock Museum
Sunday, May 5 | 10 am – 5 pm | 1800 Congress Ave
H-E-B Free First Sunday means you’ll enjoy free admission all day on Cinco de Mayo, with kids’ activities from 10 am – 2 pm. Here are the day’s activities:
- 10:30 a.m. Experience a dance performance by Ballet Folklorico Mexikayotl
- Learn about Cinco de Mayo through hands-on activities with Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center
- Join Girlstart for interactive STEM demos and hands-on activities for kids of all ages
- Explore Hispanic food, culture, architecture, and celebrations through hands-on artifacts and activities with the Williamson Museum
— Doc’s Backyard BBQ
Sunday, May 5 | 5207 Brodie Ln #100
We love taking our kids to Doc’s any time, on Cico de Mayo, Doc’s will have a Mariachi Band from noon – 3 pm, as well as $5 margaritas. Check out all Doc’s specials for Cinco de Mayo here.
— Armadillo Den
Sunday, May 5 | 10106 Menchaca Rd.
Armadillo Den is kids-friendly until 6 pm and you can enjoy a pinata, a Tajano band, and lots of specials on margaritas, tequila, and more. The fiesta will be held in their dog-friendly, expansive outdoor space, equipped with food trucks like Biggie’s Yardbird, Via 313, and Los Dazantes.
— Meanwhile Brewing
Sunday, May 5 | 3901 Promontory Point Dr.
Kid-friendly Meanwhile Brewing is always a great place to relax and let the kids run around. On Cinco de Mayo, The Columbia Movement will be playing a FREE concert for Cinco de Mayo beginning at 6 pm.
More local restaurants with Cinco de Mayo specials:
- Z’Tejas
- Chuy’s
- Bulevar
- Bar Peached
- The Peached Tortilla
- Keeper’s Coastal Kitchen
- District Kitchen + Cocktails
- Oasthouse Kitchen + Bar
- Shortie’s Pizza
Know of a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo event or special? Let us know in the comments below.
More:
- Family-Friendly Happy Hours
- Restaurants with Playgrounds
- Top Family-Friendly Events for May in ATX
- All the upcoming events on Do512 Family’s Calendar
