Where to Go for Cinco de Mayo in Philadelphia This Year
We’re just a few weeks out from Cinco de Mayo, a entire day situation that turns into a night, and if you play it right, you barely have to plan anything. The city is stacked this year with bar crawls, DJ sets, taco spots, and outdoor hangs that all connect if you move through them the right way.
Here’s how to do it.
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Start With the Big Move: Cinco Express
If you want the easiest way to guarantee a good time, start here.
The Cinco Express Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl is going down Saturday, May 2nd, running through Center City with stops that typically include spots like:
This is the kind of setup where you’re outside early in the day with a drink in hand and the crowd is already in party mode.
Midday Food Move: South Philly + Italian Market
If you want to eat well before things get crazier, head to South Philadelphia earlier in the day.
Around the Italian Market and Passyunk, you’ve got spots like Blue Corn and South Philly Barbacoa, perfect for a sit down reset. And then you can Uber or head back toward Center City when you’re ready to shift into drinks.
Afternoon Drinks: Outdoor Spots That Make Sense Right Now
Cinco de Mayo feels different when you’re outside, and Philadelphia is set up for that right now.
Some of the best mid-day-to-afternoon moves include Parks on Tap, Independence Beer Garden, and Bok Bar.
Nighttime: Let It Turn Into a Real Party
By the time the sun goes down, Philadelphia is fully in it.
If you started at Cinco Express, just stay in motion — that area will be packed and exactly what you want if you’re going out.
If you want to switch it up, head to Fishtown for more DJ-heavy bars or stay in Center City for a mix of dance spots and late night drinks.
Lock It In
If you want one plan that guarantees a full day and night, grab your tickets for the Cinco Express Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl. Once you’re in, you don’t really have to figure anything else out.
