2024 Cinco de Mayo Grand Rapids Michigan, Festivals, Events, Pub Crawl, and FUN Things To Do!

Article: 2024 Cinco de Mayo Grand Rapids Michigan, Festivals, Events, Pub Crawl, and FUN Things To Do!


Planning to be in Grand Rapids Michigan on Cinco de Mayo this year?  There are several great parties, cultural events and bashes to help you celebrate! As lifelong Michigan residents, Chris and I like to attend as many events as possible across the state. We believe it helps keep us happy and healthy by getting out and exploring Michigan! 


Top Cinco De Mayo Grand Rapids Events!

Get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Grand Rapids, located in Southwest Michigan! There's such a wide array of vibrant festivals and events showcasing rich Mexican culture!

Expert Tip: Events may require preregistration or tickets, so be sure to plan ahead to save time and money!


See Which Southwest Michigan Cinco de Mayo Events are Located Near You! Check Out our Map!

Festival del Cinco de Mayo in Grand Rapids, MI

Hosted by the Mexican Heritage Association of West Michigan

There will be awesome music, food trucks offering tasty treats, and arts and crafts show and lots of other live entertainment for the whole family this May 4th!! So plan on come to this great culturally immersive Festival del Cinco de Mayo festival in southwest Michigan!

When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Where: Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503


Grand Rapids Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl

When: Saturday, May 4, 2024,  5 - 11pm

Where: Grand Rapids

You will receive a digital map listing Grand Rapids' participating venues. Each spot will give exclusive deals to enhance your Cinco de Mayo fiesta! 

Check online specials for an early bird discount.


NASCAR Home Tracks: Cinco De Mayo Night

NASCAR Home Tracks: Cinco De Mayo Night. LLM, SP, NA-Compacts, VROA (Vintage Racing Organization of America).

When: Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 4:00PM

Where: Berlin Raceway, 2060 Berlin Fair Drive in Marne, MI

Expert Tip: If you are interested in tickets, more information, check out Berlin Raceway. Their website sells tickets directly. 

Did you know? Per Nascar Hall of Fame, "When it came to horsepower and torque in NASCAR, few could match the engine-building prowess of NASCAR Hall of Famer Maurice Petty."  He was instrumental in creating Petty Enterprises powerplants that won several races and championships for his father Lee Petty and brother Richard Petty.

Pretty cool information!


Grab Lunch or Dinner at Cinco De Mayo

If I want to celebrate Cinco De Mayo and discover a restaurant in Grand Rapids named Cinco De Mayo, that's where I'm heading!  It's a great place to go for authentic Mexican cuisine that prides itself in making fresh Mexican food. Grab some chicken fajitas, chips with guacamole, and a margarita and you are good to go! Oh, and then head to the nearby Festival del Cinco de Mayo!

Where: 114 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503


Cinco De Mayo Blues Bash!

When: Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Where: Billy's Lounge, 1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

The Beer City Blues Band will be there so come on out for a fun afternoon and evening of dancing, drinks and music!


If you love Cinco De Mayo fiestas and activities, check out Detroit's Cinco De Mayo events!


What we like about it

Grand Rapids is full of fun things to do, many of them are free!! 


Explore Downtown Grand Rapids!

We love walking along the Grand River, walking over the scenic blue bridge and checking out the cool Fish Ladder!

Here are some other photographic spots in Grand Rapids


Where to Eat in Grand Rapids

We recommend enjoying a pint and a bite at Founders in Grand Rapids. The atmosphere is fantastic!


More Things to Do: Grand Rapids Lantern Festival is Going On!

Since you are in Grand Rapids in Southwest Michigan for Cinco De Mayo, consider spending the night and attending the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival!

FAQ's people are asking!

Question: What are the top-rated museums in Grand Rapids?

Answer: The GRAM and Grand Rapids Public Museum are worth checking out.

Question: What are some popular outdoor activities in Grand Rapids Michigan?

Answer: I love visiting the Fish Ladder, walking over the Blue Bridge and enjoying the Grand River. 

By: Sherry Trautman

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    Sherry Trautman is a seasoned business owner and a multifaceted content creator, deeply entrenched in the world of travel in Michigan. With her extensive background in writing, editing, photography, marketing, website design, web mastering, social media, and publishing, she is the driving force behind the acclaimed Michigan Travel site "Travel-mi.com." A lifelong Michigander, Sherry's journey began in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan led her to St. Joseph during her formative years, and further to Kalamazoo for her higher education. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design and Fine Art from Western Michigan University. Her career initially blossomed in Battle Creek, where she contributed significantly to aviation, marketing, and the art industry.

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