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May is right around the corner, and that means fiesta time! Before summer really takes over, bringing high temperatures and higher humidity, it\u2019s time to enjoy a party outside. Cinco de Mayo is a perfect holiday for a backyard get-together! Check out these Cinco de Mayo party ideas and get to planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The history of Cinco de Mayo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people believe that Cinco de Mayo is the celebration of Mexican Independence Day. Those many people are wrong. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th, but El Dia de la Batalla de Puebla (in English, The Day of the Battle of Puebla) is celebrated on the fifth of May. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On May 5th of 1862, the poorly-equipped Mexican army (numbering only 4,000) succeeded in crushing the larger and much stronger French army in Puebla. But this was more than just a victory for the Mexican army. The French army planned to move north after defeating the Mexican army to join the Rebel army of the South fighting in the Civil War. Had they not been defeated in Puebla, the outcome of our own Civil War might have been drastically different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But enough with the history lesson \u2014 we’ve got a party to plan!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taco ’bout your party<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make sure that everyone knows the details of your Cinco de Mayo party. It\u2019s going to be the biggest get-together of the year, right? Spread the word by sending out some festive invites! Use our free printable invitations below to save yourself a step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hopefully, everyone will already know what day you are having the party (unless they decided to celebrate a little early with the cervezas). However, they\u2019ll still need to know where it\u2019s at, what to bring (mas tequila!), what to wear (we recommend formal dress: a tuxedo and a sombrero), and when to arrive for the big pi\u00f1ata swing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fiesta ’til you siesta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the marketing hype, your Cinco de Mayo party has a lot more potential than a bunch of adult beverages. Cover your venue in brightly colored party decorations, set up a buffet of authentic Mexican foods, and, of course, add some festive music and games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make your party a hit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A staple of any Mexican fiesta is a pi\u00f1ata<\/a>. Buy Cinco de Mayo party supplies from a local party supply store, or break out that tissue paper and make your own. Fill it with an assortment of candy or party favors, ready the blindfolds, and let your guests swing away! While you’re at it, use crepe paper to make traditional papel picado<\/a> and hang it as decorations for your party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have a hola-ta fun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When kids are present, and especially when the pi\u00f1ata has been smashed and the candy spilled, it can be helpful to have additional entertainment on hand. You can\u2019t go wrong with a face painter<\/a>, magician<\/a>, or photo booth<\/a>. If your location permits, you could also consider adding a traveling zoo<\/a> or bounce house<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bring in the band<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Adults and children alike love music! Whether you’re hosting a large dance party or want lively background tunes, find musical entertainment everyone will love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sound the horns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nothing makes a Cinco de Mayo party quite like hiring a mariachi band<\/a> to perform.\u00a0Even if you can\u2019t find a traditional mariachi group in your area, there are other options, including bolero bands, Latin bands<\/a>, merengue bands, or salsa groups<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get your groove on<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Go all-out for your Cinco de Mayo party and hire a Latin dance group<\/a> or salsa dancer<\/a> to get the dance party started. Or, maybe even book a traveling bullfighting show! Okay, maybe the bullfighting would be a little too much…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfba You might also like: <\/strong>Lively Entertainment Ideas for a Cinco de Mayo Party<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spice things up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What about food and drinks for your guests? You\u2019ve got plenty of options, from grilling tacos outside to setting up a build-your-own taco bar. Alternatively, you can take the hands-off approach and\u00a0hire<\/a><\/span> caterers<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Salsa-tisfy your taste buds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you do it all yourself or leave it up to the pros, don\u2019t forget to have a variety of tortilla chips and salsa. Throw in some more dips for added variety. Guacamole<\/a> is always a guaranteed hit. Or, get creative with some pineapple salsa<\/a>. Include some black bean and corn salsa<\/a> for a classic touch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get into the spirit(s)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can’t have a list of Cinco de Mayo party ideas without the margaritas! If you’re tired of the old lime or strawberry margaritas, try a coconut margarita<\/a>. If you want to stay on the tequila train but mix up your cocktail menu, try a tequila sunrise<\/a> or a ranch water cocktail<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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But of course, if you\u2019re not quite daring enough to mix your own Cinco de Mayo creations (or simply more interested in the drinking than the making), you can always hire a bartender<\/a> to get the job done for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\ude85 Get festive and dress up your drinks with our free printable Cinco de Mayo drink flags!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Whether you’re planning something small for friends and family or hosting a huge fiesta for your whole neighborhood, these Cinco de Mayo party ideas will help you get the party started. \ud83c\udf8a<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ready to book something awesome for your Cinco de Mayo party? Find the best entertainers and service providers on GigSalad.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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