It’s nearly Cinco de Mayo time! 6 of the best ways to celebrate in the Columbia SC area
Who’s up for margaritas?
Cinco de Mayo, Spanish for Fifth of May, will make its annual appearance on Friday. The holiday commemorates Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
For many Americans though, the day is more about drinking, partying and celebrating Mexican culture.
Whatever your reason is for recognizing Cinco de Mayo, Columbia restaurants and bars have organized events to help you celebrate. Here are six of the best Cinco de Mayo events in the Columbia area planned for this year.
Tin Roof
When: Friday at 6 p.m.
Where: Tin Roof at 1022 Senate Street, Columbia
Swing by the Tin Roof for fun on what the business’ website says is “one of our favorite days of the year!” Tin Roof is all about hosting live music and Cinco de Mayo will be no different. The event will feature music group Outtapocket, followed by The Great Reset. And naturally, there will be plenty of margaritas and tacos for everyone.
The Grand on Main
When: Friday
Where; The Grand on Main at 1621 Main Street, Columbia
Party it up on Columbia’s Main Street for Cinco de Mayo at The Grand this year. The restaurant will offer margarita flights, taco specials and more. To reserve a table, click here.
Savage Craft Ale Works
When: Friday at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Savage Craft Ale Works at 430 Center Street, West Columbia
Savage Craft Ale Works invites everyone for a Cinco de Mayo with Caribe Latin Sound. Besides the authentic live music, there will be plenty of drinks to go around.
Legacy Caribbean Bar & Grill
When: Friday at 9 p.m.
Where: Legacy Caribbean Bar Grill at 215 Oneil Court, Columbia
Join Legacy Caribbean Bar & Grill for their Cinco de Locos event. They’ll be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with $5 margaritas all night, party favors, food, drinks and music.
The Woody on Main
When: Friday at 4 p.m.
Where: Woody on Main at 1649 Main Street, Columbia
Stop by this dance club for a night of fun and entertainment. The Woody on Main plans to offer a festive Cinco de Mayo with plenty of food, dancing and Tequila and Corona specials.
City Roots Organic Farm
When: Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Where: City Roots Organic Farm at 1005 Airport Blvd, Columbia
Not interested in bars for Cinco de Mayo this year? Then how about a hearty meal at City Roots Farm at its Cinco de Mayo Harvest Dinner? Be prepared for a family-style, four-course farm-to-table dinner, featuring seasonal ingredients from local farmers and artisans. Also enjoy cocktail and wine pairings.
Tickets are $85 each, a percentage of which will be used to support The Charitable Plate 501 C3, which provides scholarships to help shepherd the development of future chefs and farmers. To buy tickets, click here.
If you have a big Cinco de Mayo event in the Columbia area you think should be included, email pmccreless@thestate.com.
