Hey Vegas adventurers! Looking for a vibrant and exciting way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Forget the usual Strip scene and head downtown, where a fantastic fiesta is brewing! From lively parties and delicious drink specials to authentic music and unique entertainment, Downtown Las Vegas is the place to be for a truly memorable Cinco de Mayo celebration. Get ready to dive into the fun!
Plaza Hotel & Casino: Downtown’s Biggest Cinco de Mayo Bash!
Free Fiesta Fun Around the Carousel Bar
Mark your calendars for Monday, May 5th, because the Plaza Hotel & Casino is hosting downtown’s biggest Cinco de Mayo party, and it’s free to join! Starting in the afternoon, the area surrounding their iconic Carousel Bar will transform into a high-energy celebration. Expect a fantastic mix of live mariachi music filling the air, traditional folklorico dancers showcasing vibrant culture, and a DJ spinning popular hits with a Latin twist, all under the dazzling lights of their Main Street dome. They’ll even have downtown’s largest piñata for some smashing good fun! Don’t forget to snap some festive selfies at their special photo booth with tons of props. Plus, you can grab tasty churros and street tacos from local vendors, along with refreshing Mexican street corn salad. The Carousel Bar will be serving up drink specials all night long, including deals on Dos Equis, a signature tequila cocktail, and a beer-and-shot combo. And right next door, Pinkbox Doughnuts will have some fun and delicious Cinco de Mayo-themed treats!
El Cortez Hotel & Casino: Vintage Vibes & Festive Drinks
Month-Long Specials & Strolling Mariachi
The legendary El Cortez Hotel & Casino, with its cool retro charm, is also celebrating Cinco de Mayo all month long! You can enjoy special drink deals throughout May, including a zesty jalapeño paloma and a classic Dos Equis and 1800 Tequila shot combo, both at a great price. But the real fiesta vibe hits on Cinco de Mayo itself, Monday, May 5th, when a strolling mariachi band, Mariachi Nuestras Raices, will fill the property with lively music from 6 to 9 pm, creating an authentic and fun ambiance for everyone.
Gold Spike: The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo Playground!
Week-Long Fun, DJs, Tacos & a Roller Derby Twist!
Get ready for a full week of Cinco de Mayo excitement at Gold Spike, downtown’s premier adult playground! They’re throwing a massive Mexican fiesta in The Backyard on Saturday, May 3rd, and Monday, May 5th, starting in the afternoon. Expect a vibrant atmosphere with awesome music and plenty of tequila to get the party going! They’ll have great drink deals all day, including cheap beers and tequila shots, plus buckets of Corona for your crew. You can also grab some tasty tacos late into the night from The Capital of Tacos food truck before hitting the dance floor with DJs spinning tunes. And for a unique twist, don’t miss their “Viva La Down & Derby: Skate-O De Mayo” on Thursday, May 8th, a late-night roller-skating party with a Mexican flair and a hilarious limbo competition!
Fremont Street Experience: A Three-Day Latin Music Extravaganza!
Non-Stop Mariachi, Latin Rock & More!
Downtown’s iconic Fremont Street Experience is pulling out all the stops with a massive three-day Cinco de Mayo fiesta packed with incredible Latin music! Starting Saturday, May 3rd, all three of their expansive stages will come alive with traditional mariachi bands and energetic Latin rock groups from noon well into the night. Expect a non-stop party with both fan-favorite Fremont Street performers and special guest artists. The celebration culminates on Monday, May 5th, with three headlining bands, including a vibrant mariachi group with traditional dancers, a roaming banda group bringing the party right to the crowds, and a high-energy band blending mariachi with American and Latin rock. For the full lineup and schedule, be sure to check out their website!
Downtown Las Vegas is the place to be for a truly exciting and diverse Cinco de Mayo celebration! With free parties, live music, fantastic drink specials, and unique entertainment, you’re sure to find the perfect spot to shout “¡Viva Cinco de Mayo!”
