Cinco de Mayo celebrations are popping up across Greater Peoria with music, food, drinks, dancing, and festive fun for all ages. Whether you’re heading to the Peoria Riverfront, grabbing tacos and margaritas with friends, or looking for a family-friendly fiesta, here’s where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo around the region.
Cinco de Mayo Events
Cinco de Mayo Festival on the Peoria Riverfront — May 2
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo along the Peoria Riverfront with a festival full of food, music, entertainment, and community fun. This riverfront celebration is a great way to kick off the weekend and enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the holiday.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association — May 2
Join the Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association for a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring music, dancing, food, and fun. This community event brings the fiesta spirit to North Peoria with a welcoming celebration for participants, families, and friends.
Cinco de Mayo Music Bingo at Whiskey Taco — May 5
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Whiskey Taco with a festive round of music bingo in downtown Pekin. Enjoy tacos, drinks, and a lively night out with plenty of fiesta energy.
Cinco de Mayo Party at Analytical Brewing — May 5
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Analytical Brewing with a festive party in downtown Peoria’s Warehouse District. Stop by for craft drinks, local flavor, and a laid-back way to toast the holiday.
Cindo de Mayo: Ribeye Tacos + Margaritas at Fox & Ford — May 5
Fox & Ford is bringing an elevated twist to Cinco de Mayo with ribeye tacos, elotes, margaritas, and festive downtown flavor. Stop by The Great Room for a Cinco de Mayo dinner that feels a little extra celebratory.
Peoria's Largest Cinco de Mayo Party at Los Cabos Cantina & Grill — May 5
A yearly favorite in Greater Peoria, Los Cabos Cantina & Grill is known for hosting one of the area’s biggest Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Event details have not been announced yet, but this annual party is one to keep an eye on for food, drinks, music, and plenty of fiesta energy.
Still craving more? Keep the fiesta going with our guide to the best tacos around Greater Peoria.



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