This weekend, thousands of people all over the world will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo, a holiday commemorating Mexico’s victory over the French Empire in the battle of Puebla in 1862.
As such, there will be numerous celebrations taking place all throughout Queens.
Here is a list of some of the activities you can do in celebration of Cinco de Mayo:
1. Viva El Cinco De Mayo in Flushing
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with your family at Viva El Cinco de Mayo a special celebration of the holiday at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts. There will be various live music and dance performances celebrating Mexican culture.
May 4, 2024 – 3 p.m. ($20)
Colden Auditorium, 153-49 Reeves Ave., Flushing
https://newyorkloveskids.com/events/viva-el-cinco-de-mayo/
2. Visit Cinco De Mayo in Bayside
There is no better restaurant to visit on Cinco de Mayo than this eatery called Cinco de Mayo all year round. Serving authentic Mexican cuisine since 2005.
Cinco de Mayo, 42-29 Bell Blvd., Bayside
https://cincodemayobayside.com/
3. Cinco De Mayo at The Newsroom in Long Island City
Head over to the Newsroom for a special Cinco De Mayo-themed brunch. This also includes handcrafted cocktails and mimosas.
May 5, 2024 – 1 p.m. ($35)
The Newsroom, 11-01 43rd Ave., Long Island City
https://resy.com/cities/new-york-ny/venues/the-newsroom/events/cinco-de-mayo-2024-05-05?seats=2&date=2024-04-30
4. House of Glory – Cinco De Mayo in Jamaica
Enjoy the spectacle of professional wrestling with the House of Glory wrestling league. This event includes the House of Glory Cruiserweight Championship match: KC Navarro vs. Laredo Kid.
May 5, 2024 – 9 p.m. (Purchase Options)
91-12 144th Pl., Jamaica
https://www.trillertv.com/watch/hog-cinco-de-mayo-2024/2peya/
5. Cinco De Mayo Specials at Austin’s Forest Hills
Austin’s Ale House in Kew Gardens will offer a selection of specialty drinks in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Drinks include Corona bottles ($6), Hornitos Shots ($7), Spicy Margaritas ($8), and more.
May 4, 2024 and May 5, 2024 ($6-8)
Austin’s Ale House, 82-70 Austin St., Kew Gardens
https://www.austinsteakandalehouse.com/events/cinco-de-mayo-specials
6. Tequila Fete at the Rockaways
NYX Bar & Lounge will host a special “Spiral Sunday” to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. This is a special five-hour happy hour.
May 5, 2024 – 6 p.m. (Free Admission)
NYX Bar & Lounge, 116-04 Rockaway Blvd., Rockaway
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tequila-fete-cinco-de-mayo-tickets-889889903657
7. Hookah and Tequila in Rosedale
The Cheers Restaurant and Lounge is hosting a special hookah and tequila-themed party in celebration of Cinco De Mayo.
May 5, 2024 – 4 p.m. ($23.18)
Cheers Restaurant and Lounge, 144-14 243rd St., Rosedale
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hookah-tequila-tickets-892636879937
