Cinco de Mayo is almost here, and Wake County is packed with food specials, margarita deals, family‑friendly events, and all‑day celebrations. But first… let’s clear up one of the biggest misconceptions:
🇲🇽 Cinco de Mayo: Myths & Truths
❌ Myth: Cinco de Mayo is Mexico’s Independence Day. ✔️ Truth: Mexico’s Independence Day is September 16.
Cinco de Mayo actually commemorates the Battle of Puebla (1862) — when Mexico defeated the French army against all odds.
In the U.S., it has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture, food, music, and community — and Wake County knows how to celebrate.
📍 Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Wake County
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
📅 May 5 ✨ $5 Bad Ass Margarita Made with fresh lime + Margaritaville Gold Tequila.
Chido Taco
📅 May 5
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$3.99 margaritas at lunch
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$5 margaritas at dinner
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50% off select tequila shots
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DJ from 6–10 p.m.
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Outdoor games + face painting for kids (Confirming if all 3 locations are participating)
Chuy’s Tex‑Mex
📅 May 1–5
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$6 classic margarita (or $9 grande)
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$1 off Mexican beers
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Free delivery May 1–3 with code: CINCODELIVERY
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Collectible cups while supplies last
Lechon Latin BBQ & Bar (Raleigh)
📅 May 2–5
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3 tacos + beer = $17
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3 tacos + margarita = $19
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Additional specials available
Moe’s Southwest Grill
📅 May 5
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FREE queso with any entrée
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Loyalty members: offer extended through May 10
Smash Social Club (Glenwood Ave)
📅 May 5, 4–11 p.m.
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$5 margaritas
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$5 tequila flights
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$5 ranch waters
The Willard Rooftop Lounge
📅 May 3–6
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Special food + drink menus
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Full details on their Facebook event
🎊 Triangle‑Area Cinco de Mayo Events
📍 Cinco de Derby Block Party — Wendell
📅 Saturday, May 2 ⏰ 12 p.m. – 11:45 p.m. 💲 FREE Bearded Bee Brewing Company
📍 Cinco de Mayo Party — RTP
📅 May 5 ⏰ 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. 💲 FREE The Glass Jug Beer Lab
📍 Cinco de Mayo Celebration — Raleigh
📅 May 5 ⏰ 3 p.m. 💲 FREE Raleigh Brewing
📍 Drink Specials Fiesta — Raleigh
📅 May 5 ⏰ 4 p.m. 💲 Discounted PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop
📍 Cinco de Mayo Fiesta — Pittsboro
📅 May 5 ⏰ 5–8 p.m. 💲 FREE The Plant
