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$5 Cinco De Mayo Specials at Vaqueros BBQ in Allen

If you’re looking for a reason to get out on May 5th and don’t want to fight a generic margarita crowd, Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q in Allen is running $5 specials all day and actually has the food to back it up.

The deal is simple: $5 margaritas, $5 tacos, $5 palomas, and $5 beers from open to close on Monday, May 5th. The beer selection includes Victoria, Modelo, El Chingón, and house picks. Not a limited window, not just during happy hour — all day long at their Watters Creek location.

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The Village Dallas Hosts the Dallas Margarita Festival

Cinco de Mayo falls on a Monday this year, which means the weekend before it is fair game for the kind of day-drinking that the holiday was practically invented to justify. Dallas has its answer ready. The Dallas Margarita Festival lands at The Village Dallas on Saturday, May 2, and the premise is as simple as it is dangerous: ten margarita pours, one vote, one winner.

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How to Spend Cinco de Mayo in Dallas — With and Without the Tequila

A quick note before we get into it: Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day. That’s September 16. May 5 commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — one battle in a longer war, but one that became a lasting symbol of resistance and resilience. Dallas celebrates it with genuine enthusiasm, a serious margarita culture, and enough options to fill an entire week. Here’s how to make sense of it all.

May 5 falls on a Tuesday this year, which means the celebrating starts the weekend before and builds from there. Plan accordingly.

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Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano Celebrates 40 Years of Tex-Mex Tradition in Grapevine

Esparza’s Restaurante Mexicano, a staple in Grapevine, Texas, is celebrating a remarkable milestone in May 2025—its 40th anniversary. Located at 124 E. Worth St. in the historic Grapevine District, this local favorite has served up sizzling Tex-Mex classics, legendary margaritas, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere since first opening its doors on May 1, 1985. Housed in a lovingly renovated home from the late 1800s, Esparza’s blends rich history with vibrant flavor, earning its place as both a culinary institution and a community cornerstone.

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and Eight Years of José with Four-Day Celebration – May 2- May 5

Join José, one of Dallas’ most celebrated destinations for regional Mexican cuisine, for an unforgettable four-day celebration honoring its 8th Anniversary and Cinco de Mayo.

From Friday, May 2 through Monday, May 5, José invites guests to enjoy a vibrant weekend filled with bold flavors, live entertainment, and festive experiences, all set against the backdrop of the restaurant’s newly renovated patios.

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Sip, Savor & Celebrate at Cinco de Mayo Cocktails + Live Mariachi at The Mexican

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate than at The Mexican, where flavor, culture, and celebration come together for one unforgettable day. On Sunday, May 5, join us at our stunning restaurant located at 1401 Turtle Creek Blvd in Dallas for a high-energy fiesta filled with music, mixology, and Mexican flair.

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Bring the Heat This Cinco de Mayo with Ghost Tequila

Cinco de Mayo is all about bold flavor, lively celebration, and cocktails that bring people together—and nothing turns up the heat like Ghost Tequila. This infused tequila blends smooth 100% agave spirit with a whisper of ghost pepper spice, creating a unique balance of warmth and flavor that’s perfect for your May 5th fiesta.

Whether you’re shaking up a Perfectly Spicy Margarita, spicing up brunch with a Spicy Espresso Martini, or cooling down with a Spicy Watermelon Basil Margarita, Ghost Tequila delivers a kick that’s never overpowering—just unforgettable.

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Miriam Cocina Latina Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with All-Day Fiesta

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Miriam Cocina Latina is set to host a vibrant Cinco de Mayo celebration on Monday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at both of its locations: Klyde Warren Park in Dallas and Cypress Waters in Coppell. The event promises a festive atmosphere with live mariachi music, specialty cocktails, and a selection of gourmet tacos.

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