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Cinco de Mayo is a commemoration of the 1862 Battle of Puebla in which the Mexican army defeated the much larger French army. It is celebrated with parties, dancing, mariachi bands, feasting, drinking and more.
Cinco de Mayo in Colorado Springs
The 38th annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta/Car Show is coming to Harrison High School in Colorado Springs. This will be happening on May 1, 2022, from 10 am to 5 pm.
This is the largest outdoor festival and car show in Colorado Springs. Enjoy live music by local bands, artists and dancers and DJs throughout the Fiesta.
There will be all makes and models at the car show. Trophies will be given out at the conclusion of the show at 5 pm.
Food vendors will be there with delectable dishes available for purchase. There will also be crafts vendors and merchandise vendors to make for a unique shopping experience.
This family friendly event is free. Be sure to bring the kids. They’ll enjoy the Kids Corner. There will be games, activities and a petting zoo.
Proceeds will go to the El Cinco de Mayo Inc. to be used for scholarships for underserved students in the local community.
On May 5, 2022, the Hispanic Chamber is having a Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Weidner Field, home of the Colorado Switchbacks, is the site of the celebration. The party will go from 6 pm to 9 pm.
You’ll see the Switchbacks play Rio Grande Valley Football Club Toros. Tickets are free for the first 50 Hispanic Chamber Business members. Tickets are $30 for non-members.
Enjoy great company, food and entertainment at Weidner Field’s Northwest Patio.
Celebra mi amigos!
During the first week of May, there are many other smaller Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Mariachi bands perform in nightclubs. Restaurants and bars offer food and drink specials. And a great time is had by all!
Hotel Deals
If you’d like to visit Colorado Springs during the Cinco de Mayo celebrations, you should consider the following hotels. They are close to many of the festivities. If you click on our link you can save money on your stay.
- MCM Elegante Suites 40% Discount
- Cheyenne Mountain Resort, A Dolce by Wyndham 25% Discount
- Alta Hotel 20% Discount
- Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort 20% Discount
- Cripple Creek Hospitality House & Travel Park 30% Discount
- Sonesta ES Suites Colorado Springs 15% Discount
- Satellite Hotel 13% Discount
- Radisson Hotel Colorado Springs Airport 12% Discount
- SCP Hotel Colorado Springs 10% Discount
- Baymont By Wyndham Garden of the Gods/Colorado Springs 10% Discount