5 free ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Albuquerque

Apr. 30—Cinco de Mayo is upon us, which means celebrations with margaritas, Mariachi music, dancing and more for some.

Here are five free events around Albuquerque — a list gleaned through Google and social media listings.

Cinco de Mayo Party!

Learn about Cinco de Mayo with crafts, games and treats. There will be a pi?ata. Open to all ages.

LOCATION: Lomas Tramway Public Library, 908 Eastridge NE, 505-291-6295

HOURS: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 4

Cinco de Mayo Folk Art Fest 2024

There will be more than 40 local artisan vendors, live music, a craft table and pi?ata workshop and even a costume pet parade on the farm at 2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: La Parada, 8917 Fourth NW, 505-897-8203

HOURS: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 5

Cinco de Mayo with Mariachi Xochitl

Enjoy live mariachi music at Marble Brewery and later at Tap N Taco in Rio Rancho.

LOCATION: Marble Brewery, 111 Marble NW, 505-243-2739; Tap N Taco 1120 Pat D'Arco, Rio Rancho, 505-582-3039

HOURS: 2-3 p.m. at Marble Brewery; 4-7 p.m. at Tap N Taco May 5

Cinco de Nob Hill Block Party

Join the block party in Nob Hill. There will be all day brunch at Oak and IVY with a Mexican twist, drink specials, live music and games.

LOCATION: 3109 Central NE, 505-600-1643

HOURS: Doors open at 11 a.m. May 5

Park 21 Cinco de Mayo Dance Party

Celebrate the holiday with live performances and dancing at Nexus Blue Smokehouse. Park 21 is known for soulful, funky beats.

LOCATION: 1511 Broadway SE, 505-445-1545

HOURS: 4-7 p.m.