First things first, Cinco de Mayo isn't Mexico's Independence Day. Rather, it commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over Napoleon III's French forces on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla.
But for many, it's simply a reason to go out drinking.
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Here are some specials around the Atlanta area for Cinco de Mayo.
[ Cuatro de Mayo Fiesta Returns to Colony Square on Friday, May 4 ]
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, Midtown Atlanta’s Colony Square will host its second annual celebration of the holiday a day early and transform The Plaza into a lunchtime fiesta on Friday, May 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Prior to the event, attendees can register to receive two FREE margaritas from the Sunshine Alchemy alcohol truck by visiting: www.eventbrite.com/e/cuatro-de-mayo-tickets-44997191812
Once you RSVP via Eventbrite, you will receive the drink tickets to your email the day before the event. You can either print out the email or show you phone. And yes, these are for the real deal margaritas!
May 5
FREE taquitos, cocktails at Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
Cayman Jack and Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q are teaming up for a one-day only event in honor of Cinco de Mayo where guests can enjoy a premium cocktail and a limited-edition food item – brisket taquitos – all for free, courtesy of Cayman Jack. The event will take place at Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q from 5:00 – 9:00 PM.
[ Bar Mercado ]
[ The Iberian Pig ]
[ Tupelo Honey ]
Head to Tupelo Honey in Sandy Springs to enjoy your Cinco de Mayo! Avoid the lines at your favorite Mexican restaurant and order any cocktail/drink and get the famed pimento cheese nachos for a penny, all day/night. The Tupelo Honey margarita is a perfect accompaniment!
[ The Roof at Ponce City Market ]
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