Cinco de Mayo in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach

Cinco de Mayo FAQs

Cinco de Mayo in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offered a variety of experiences. We're a bit more laid back around here, which means more relaxed fun to be had!

Below are just a few of our local spots who offered Cinco de Mayo celebrations in 2025, as well as links to year-round Food Trucks and Mexican restaurants.

When it's time to plan for next year, keep an eye on this space—we'll add all the Cinco celebrations as we find them, right here.

Close up of a hand dipping a chip into hand-crafted guacamole at M'Xuma Tacos in Babcock Ranch, Florida, the first solar-powered town in the U.S.

>Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at M'Xuma Tacos - Mexican Grill

Join us for 3 days of non-stop fun, May 3–5! Featuring live music, epic food, tasty drinks and the best vibes in town. Now accepting reservations.

Dean's South of the Border in Punta Gorda, local hotspot at dusk on a warm summer night.

>Cinco de Mayo at Dean's South of the Border

No one throws a party like Dean's! Dance the day away to live music from a variety of great talents and enjoy amazing Tex-Mex food and refreshing drinks while you party.

Sunset from Perch 360 at The Wyvern Hotel

>Rooftop Cinco de Mayo Party at Perch 360

It's time for a Cinco de Mayo Party on the rooftop! For parties of 10 or more people, please make a reservation. Otherwise, come on up and celebrate with the best views in Punta Gorda.

Colorful chips and queso at Blue Heron Pizza Pub

>Cinco de Mayo, Blue Heron Pizza Pub Style

Stop by for Mexican food and drink specials, music, and Margarita, Sangria, and Mexican beer specials all day.

Wherever you end up, we know you'll have a wonderful meal and a great experience in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, this Cinco de Mayo and every day!

Explore below for even more tasty options:

Cinco de Mayo FAQs

What is Cinco de Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo, the "Fifth of May," commemorates Mexico's victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla, May 5, 1862.

Does Cinco de Mayo celebrate Mexican Independence Day?

Cinco de Mayo is a regional holiday in the state of Puebla, celebrated on May 5.

Mexican Independence Day, Mexico's most important national holiday, is celebrated nationwide on September 16.

Where is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?

Cinco de Mayo is celebrated primarily in America and in the state of Puebla, Mexico. It's generally more popular in America and has become mostly a celebration of Mexican-American culture.

Fun fact: beer sales on Cinco de Mayo are on the same level as beer sales on Super Bowl Sunday!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach

>Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at M'Xuma Tacos - Mexican Grill

>Cinco de Mayo at Dean's South of the Border

>Rooftop Cinco de Mayo Party at Perch 360

>Cinco de Mayo, Blue Heron Pizza Pub Style

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Cinco de Mayo FAQs

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