Charlotte’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations are returning. Read on for a list of restaurant deals, and then keep reading for a list of Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Or jump right to the list of Cinco de Mayo events in Charlotte.
Cinco de Mayo (May 5th), commemorates the Mexican army’s victory on May 5, 1862, over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. It’s often misunderstood to be Mexican Independence Day (which is on September 16.)
In Pueblo, Mexico, the day is celebrated with military parades, battle reenactments, and cultural performances. Here in America, celebrations are often just parties with a general Mexican theme, through music, food, drink, and decor.
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Cinco de Mayo Restaurant Deals
We will continue to add to this list, so please keep checking back.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
On May 5, 2026, get the Bad Ass Margarita for just $5 at Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar. Made with fresh lime and Margaritaville Gold Tequila.
Chuy’s
Chuy’s is celebrating with five days of deals, including:
- May 4 and 5: $6 classic margarita (on the rocks or frozen), or $9 grande. Keep the collectible cup while supplies last. Plus, $1 off Mexican beers all day
- May 1 to 3: Free delivery. use promo code CINCODELIVERY
Compare Foods Charlotte
On May 5, 2026, Compare Foods Charlotte is celebrating with 50¢ tacos at two locations: 5601 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC, and 840 Concord Parkway North, Concord, NC. Announced on Facebook.
Hermanita
Hermanita, a cocktail bar within El Malo, is offering $1 off tacos (dine-in only) on May 5, 2026. 1705 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
On May 5, 2026, Moe’s Southwest Grill is giving away a FREE side of queso with the purchase of any entrée. Plus, Loyalty members get an extension on the offer — it’s good from May 5 to 10.
Qualifying entrees include:
Moe Value Meal, Burritos, Bowls, Stacks, Nachos, Quesadillas, Tacos Entrée.
The offer does not include Kids Meals and Meal Kits.
Read the press release.
Que Onda Tacos + Tequila
Que Onda Tacos + Tequila is offering $4 tequila shots, $5 margaritas, $5 Mexican draft beers, and tacos starting at $2.95 at all locations. Announced on Facebook. Find locations here.
Zapata’s Mexican Restaurant
Zapata’s Mexican Restaurant announced that they’ll be offering $5 margaritas on May 5, 2026, and will have a DJ from 4 to 11 p.m. at their University location. 8927 J M Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC.
They also announced that they will have $8 margaritas and a DJ from 4 to 11 p.m. at their Ballantyne location. 15105 John J Delaney Drive, Charlotte, NC.
More Deals?
Last year (2025) there were deals at these businesses, so we will be looking at them for more deals.
- Angry Ale’s
- Chipotle
- City BBQ
- Fiesta Mexicana Grill
- On the Border
- Hooters
Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Charlotte
Various locations
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