Traditional Cinco de Mayo Activities
Under normal circumstances, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated with parades and rallies. The day’s festivities are often accompanied by mariachi music and traditional folk dances; the day is celebrated with public and private parties. Mexican food is also a big part of Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Traditional Mexican dishes and region-specific iconic foods are commonly prepared by those celebrating the holiday.
People used to fly in from all over the country to celebrate the holiday in ethnic enclaves with large Mexican populations. However, the celebrations have been a little different recently. In any case, Cinco de Mayo at home doesn’t necessarily mean having less fun. On the contrary, you can throw a COVID-safe Cinco de Mayo party at home without having to compromise your favorite traditional Cinco de Mayo activities.
Make Cinco de Mayo arts and crafts, put on traditional music, cook your favorite Mexican dishes, and send out your virtual invites. Get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at home with more gusto than you ever have before.
Cinco de Mayo Decorations
Decorating for Cinco de Mayo entails lots and lots of colors. While the hues of the Mexican flag often appear in costumes and party decorations, don’t feel limited to red, white, and green. Many people go all out with the colors including bright yellows, vibrant blues, and electric oranges.
If you don’t have Cinco de Mayo decorations on hand, don’t worry. Make DIY decor a part of your at-home Cinco de Mayo celebration. Use these easy instructions to get into the Cinco de Mayo spirit.