If salt-rimmed goblets brimming with thirst-quenching margaritas are your vision of happiness, look no further than these sensational dining specials and Cinco de Mayo parties in Las Vegas. The fiesta goes on, and on, and on.
May 3 to May 5 and May 10 to May 12: Mi Casa Grill Cantina at Silverton Casino Lodge
Grab your maracas–it’s fiesta time. From May 3 to May 5 and May 10 to May 12, Mi Casa Grill Cantina at Silverton Casino Lodge will offer family-style fiesta platters, including Cocktail of the Sea made with charred octopus, oysters, lump crab, shrimp, guacamole, cocktail sauce and crispy pork rinds. Or savor the Modelo shrimp boil made with shrimp, snow crab legs, Modelo bouillon, pickled vegetables and Tajin.
For more information: silvertoncasino.com.
May 3 to May 5: Rosina Cocktail Lounge at The Palazzo
One tequila, two tequila, three tequila…more! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Las Vegas with Rosina Cocktail Lounge at The Palazzo. Patake in an upscale tequila tasting from May 3 to May 5. For $40, guests can sip four Jalisco tequilas paired with various fruits and salts.
Cost: $40.
For more information: rosinacocktaillounge.com.
Starting May 4: RhondaRita “Rhonda-Vous” Pool Party at The ENGLiSH Hotel
Sip the sunshine this Cinco de Mayo in Las Vegas at Rhonda-Vous pool party at The ENGLish Hotel. Starting May 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (with events all summer long), guests are invited to celebrate with RhondaRita, a margarita-style seltzer developed by Las Vegas local Rhonda Chapman. Rhonda-Vous party-goers can lounge, swim and dance the afternoon away as a DJ will spin the latest beats to keep the energy high. Rhonda-Vous will also feature photo opportunities with RhondaRita props and backdrops, along with complimentary sunglasses, hats and other swag.
Cost: Complimentary for hotel guests; $60 for non-hotel guests.
For more information: rhondarita.com.
May 4 and May 5: La Neta Cocina y Lounge
Because Cinco de Mayo deserves more than just one day, La Neta Cocina y Lounge will celebrate an extended holiday. On May 4, enjoy Pre-Cinco de Drinko, a lively event with acoustic music, $7 house tacos, Patron margaritas or shots and cocktails, and $100 Patron bottle specials in the newly renovated lounge. On Cinco de Mayo, La Neta will offer 50 percent off El Alto shots and cocktails, $5 shots of Patron silver and reposado, $9 Patron margaritas or palomas, and $100 bottles of Patron silver or reposado.
For more information: lanetacocina.com.
May 5: The Plaza’s Cinco de Drinko
The Plaza Hotel & Casino will host its legendary Downtown Las Vegas party to celebrate Cinco de Mayo starting at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, in and around its iconic Carousel Bar. Cinco de Drinko will feature a lively lineup of entertainment, including a Mariachi band, Folklorico dancers, a DJ spinning top radio hits with a mix of Latin music as well as a piñata. Savor fresh churros from Churros 101 and street tacos from Fresh Mexican Grill. Carousel Bar will offer drink specials, including margaritas, micheladas, Modelo beer and tequila shots. Save room for themed sweet treats from Pinkbox Doughnuts.
Cost: Free to attend.
For more information: plazahotelcasino.com.
May 5: Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Container Park
A festive fiesta and fun-filled day awaits at Container Park in Downtown Las Vegas’ Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 5 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Bring your dancing shoes for Cinco de Zumba, DJ Big Latin, Rancho High School Ballet Folklorico, Lady Old Skoo, Sunrise Mountain High School Mariachi and live music by The Sonz.
For more information: downtowncontainerpark.com.
May 5: Más Por Favor Taqueria y Tequila
Tacos in the front, tequila in the back…let’s get this Cinco de Mayo in Las Vegas party started at Más Por Favor’s speakeasy. Enjoy a $40 open bar from noon to 3 p.m., $4 shots and margaritas, and two street tacos for $5 while dancing the day away to the DJ tunes (spinning from 2 to 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. to close).
For more information: masporfavorlv.com.
May 5: Todo Bien
Todo Bien at UnCommons, a tropical paradise where all your worries disappear, is gearing up for its first Cinco de Mayo celebration in Las Vegas. It is partnering with Don Julio Tequila for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy tacos bursting with flavor from authentic ingredients, a lively Mariachi band and a special daytime drink menu.
For more information: todobientiki.com.
May 5: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! at Hussong’s Mexican Cantina
Let’s taco ‘bout a must-attend Cinco de Mayo party in Las Vegas. Fiesta the day and night away at Hussong’s Cantina Las Vegas, home of the original margarita. If you are in Summerlin, head to the Boca Park location. On the Strip, sip into the night at the location at the Shoppes at Mandalay Place. On Sunday, May 5, both locations will host a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., take in 12 hours of entertainment, including Rock N Roll Mariachis, delicious food and Insta-worthy margs.
For more information: www.facebook.com/hussongslv/.