- Colorado's
largest cultural celebration will feature live performances,
traditional cuisine, a spirited parade and more -
DENVER, May 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Denver's Cinco de
Mayo Festival has expanded this year to include activities,
entertainment and cultural experiences in celebration of Mexican
heritage. This year's celebration of Cinco de Mayo, will take place on Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 from 10 a.m.
to 8 p.m., both days at Civic Center Park. As the largest
cultural event in Colorado, Denver
Cinco de Mayo Festival promises an unforgettable experience for all
attendees.
From captivating entertainment to a convivial taco-eating
contest and mouthwatering cuisine, there will be something for
everyone at the Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival. Three dynamic
entertainment stages will feature headline performers, traditional
dances and local talent, ensuring non-stop excitement throughout
the day. Additionally, families can enjoy a dedicated area filled
with inflatable fun, making it the perfect destination for all
ages.
"We are proud to host the largest Cinco de Mayo festival in Colorado," said Andrea
Barela, CEO of NEWSED, the producer of the Denver Cinco de
Mayo Festival. "This event is a celebration of Mexican culture and
heritage, and we are excited to showcase the vibrant traditions and
flavors that make it so special."
The festival kicks off on Saturday, May
4, with a lineup of events that will keep the whole family
entertained. The parade starts on Broadway 11 a.m. with the
contest stage kick off 12 p.m. for
the thrilling Chihuahua races, south of the Seal Pond in Civic
Center Park. The Exclusivo VIP Tasting from 4 to –7 p.m. will
feature handcrafted tequilas, whiskeys, mezcals and microbrews from
Colorado's top distilleries and
breweries.
On Saturday and Sunday, along Colfax from Bannock to Broadway,
the community will show off their best lowriders, classic cars and
lowrider bikes. On Sunday, May 5,
starting at 2p.m. the contest stage
will host the Taco Eating Contest with registration opening two
hours prior.
The incredible lineup of live music will keep guests dancing all
weekend long. Headlining the festival are Dueto Voces de Rancho,
performing on Saturday from 6:45 p.m.
to 8:00 p.. and Patrulla 81, taking the stage on Sunday from
6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
Members of the press are invited to join a special preview event
live from Civic Center Park on Friday, May
3 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ballet Folklorico
willprovide a sneak peak performance during this time. If you will
be attending the festival on May 4 or
5 and would like to schedule interviews or request additional
information, please reach out to Hilary
Engelhart Castro at hilary@castroco.net or 720.432.5870.
Additional Cinco De Mayo events
in Denver:
CINCO DE MERSIV
Mission Ballroom, May 5, 2024
"Cinco de Mersiv" is more than just a concert; it is a celebration
that honors Cinco de Mayo and
showcases Mersiv's deep Mexican roots through a day filled with
music, culture and community. The festivities kicks off with a
vibrant daytime block party and transition into an 'In the Round'
evening concert. Attendees will enjoy a lineup that reflects
Mexican heritage, authentic cuisine and live performances,
including Mariachi — all curated to foster a spirit of community
and cultural diversity.
CINCO DE MAYO AT MUSEO DE
LAS AMERICAS
Museo de las Americas, May 3, 2024
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Museo de las Americas with
free admission all day long! Check out their current exhibition,
Espíritu Hermosx and enjoy an exciting evening filled with culture,
dance and delicious food. Watch a captivating presentation by
Ballet Folklórico Sangre de México while savoring tasty delights
from Tia Sopapilla and sipping on refreshing beverages.
CINCO DE MAYO JAZZ
JAM
Spangalang Brewery, May 3,
2024
Secure your spot for a night of jazz magic!
Reserve a table now at Spangalang Brewery's Cinco de Mayo Jazz Jam
featuring Mistura Fina.
CINCO DE MAYO AT
54THIRTY
Le Méridien Denver Downtown, May 5, 2024
Enjoy a special fiesta menu
featuring three new taco dishes! As guests arrive, they'll be
welcomed with a complimentary ice luge shot as the talented DJ Mike
Majic keeps the beats flowing and the energy high. A photo booth,
courtesy of Patrón Tequila, will be available to capture the
memorable event. This party will offer a sneak peek of what's to
come at 54thirty's new weekly Tuesday happening,
Tequila-Tacos-Tunes, which will run from May
7 to Sept. 25, and will feature the specialty menu.
Check out the VISIT DENVER
website to plan your perfect Cinco
De Mayo weekend.
About Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival
Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival is the largest cultural event in
Colorado, celebrating the vibrant
traditions of Cinco de Mayo. With
thrilling contests, captivating entertainment, delicious cuisine,
and family-friendly activities, Denver Cinco de Mayo Festival
promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
About NEWSED CDC
NEWSED's primary focus is to solve long-term economic problems in
disadvantaged communities by securing and coordinating resources
for neighborhood revitalization, fostering minority and
neighborhood business ownership, job retention and creation,
increasing home ownership, neighborhood organizing and hosting
cultural events and activities that showcase the
Chicano/Mexicano/Latino population. Our current programs and
services focus in four main areas: Housing Counseling, Small
Business, Asset Creation and Community Events.
About VISIT DENVER, The
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Celebrating 115 years of promoting The Mile High City, VISIT
DENVER is a nonprofit trade
association that contracts with the City
of Denver to market Denver
as a convention and leisure destination, increasing economic
development in the city, creating jobs and generating taxes.
Denver welcomed more than 36.3
million visitors in 2022, generating $9.4
billion in spending, while supporting tens of thousands of
jobs and making Tourism one of the city's largest industries. Learn
more about Denver on the VISIT
DENVER website or at Tourism Pays
Denver. Follow Denver's social
media channels for up-to-the-minute updates on
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.
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