La Unión Cinco de Mayo Celebration | May 1
The Key Burger Bar & Boogie in Grand Center celebrates unity through Latin music. The Friday show features Emerson Magaña, Dawn Weber & Boogaloo, and Javier “Hobo Cane” Mendoza. $20 for the 18+ show. Doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.
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Nixta | May 2
Tacos, music, and cocktails are the order of the evening at Nixta. Kick up your heels with Latin dancing and a live DJ. 4–11 p.m.
Barko de Mayo | May 3
Frankie Martin’s Garden in Cottleville brings the pups out to celebrate. Enjoy food trucks, raffles, live music, vendors, dog rescues, and all manner of canine cavorting. (Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.) 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Upbar STL | May 5
Head for the skies in Midtown at Upbar’s Cinco de Mayo celebration on Taco Tuesday. Drink specials and DJ Hadise Lyles, plus décor for great themed photos. The party starts at 4 p.m.
About Time STL | May 5
There’s just something about live music. Party on Tuesday with About Time STL at Amigo Joe’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina. Enjoy tacos, drinks, music, and festive vibes. 5 p.m.
“Pappa Grandes” | May 5
Big Daddy’s in Soulard is leaning into this year’s Cinco de Mayo/Taco Tuesday matrix. Stop in for margs, tacos, and loaded nachos on the patio, and hop on the free shuttle to the Cards/Brewers game.
