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Cinco de Mayo 2026: What To Expect on May 5 Next Year

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You probably already know that Cinco de Mayo deals are plentiful in sit-down restaurants across the country since it’s a big day to go out. The holiday is celebrated annually on May 5 — the date of Mexico's victory over French forces in 1862 — and has become a big celebration of Mexican heritage here in the U.S. 

This festive holiday is marked by parties, parades, and, of course, Mexican cuisine and drinks.

Cinco de Mayo offers food deals, from discounted tacos and meal combos to free delivery and cheap margaritas. Here's what we expeect to see next year for Cinco de Mayo deals, based on the last event.

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Cinco de Mayo is a 1-day annual holiday that offers deals on margaritas, burritos, and more.

Cinco de Mayo is one of the biggest party days of the year in the U.S., and restaurants compete for customers by offering various deals — including discounts on specific menu items, meal deals, specials on drinks, and even free delivery. 

The next Cinco de Mayo will happen on May 5, 2026.

In case you didn’t know, Cinco de Mayo literally means “5th of May” in Spanish. So yeah, the date doesn’t change. But every year, Cinco de Mayo falls on a different day of the week. (It’s always a little amped up when Cinco de Mayo is on a weekend, or like in 2026, on a Taco Tuesday.)

The next Cinco de Mayo will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Predicted Cinco de Mayo Deals 2026

  • Baja Fresh: To celebrate Cinco de Mayo in 2026, Baja Fresh will likely offer Club Baja members a discount for any online purchase when you use a promo code.

  • Barberitos: Look for a FREE small queso with any purchase at Barberitos on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

  • Beef 'O' Brady's: Next year, we anticipate Beef 'O' Brady's will offer a free side of queso when you purchase chips and salsa on Cinco de Mayo.

  • Bubbakoo's Burritos: Bubbakoo's Burritos loyalty members will likely get a BOGO free entree deal in celebration of Cinco de Mayo 2026. When you order an entree, you'll receive a coupon for a free entree in your rewards account on May 6. You can also expect a catering deal.

  • Buffalo's Cafe: Next year on Cinco de Mayo, watch for Buffalo's Cafe to offer a discount on their signature Canyonritas (1800 Tequila, triple sec, lime juice, sweet & sour, and a lime wedge).

  • California Pizza Kitchen: We predict California Pizza Kitchen will have a CPK Rewards members exclusive Cinco de Mayo deal.

  • California Tortilla: Look for California Tortilla to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with five days of deals.

  • Chevys Fresh Mex: Get ready for a fiesta at Chevys Fresh Mex in May of 2026 with a few days of Cinco de Mayo deals.

  • Chipotle: In 2026, watch for Chipotle to have a giveaway where players can win a free entree. You can also look for a $0 delivery fee Cinco de Mayo offer at Chipotle when you use a promo code at checkout online or in-app. Plus, they'll likely offer free chips and queso blanco when you purchase any regular-priced menu item.

  • Chuy's: Next year, we anticipate Chuy's will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with several deals, including discounts on cocktails and appetizers.

  • Chronic Tacos: In 2026, Chronic Tacos will likely offer rewards members a discount on an in-app purchase on Cinco de Mayo. If you're not already a rewards member, you can sign up by May 5 to get this deal.

  • Cold Stone Creamery: Watch for Cold Stone Creamery to bring back their Waffle Taco shell (while supplies last) for Cinco De Mayo 2026.

  • Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Next year, rewards members can look forward to a Cinco de Mayo discount at Dickey's Barbecue Pit.

  • Dillas Quesadillas: If you'll be near a Dillas Quesadillas in Texas or Louisiana on Cinco de Mayo 2026, look for a deal on their regular Primo quesadillas and limeade jugs.

  • El Pollo Loco: On May 5, 2026, we anticipate a Cinco de Mayo deal, like two FREE chicken tacos when you make a purchase of $15 or more at El Pollo Loco.

  • Fuzzy's Taco Shop: Next Cinco de Mayo, look for a discount on House Margaritas and Sangria ‘Rita Swirls at Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

  • Green Mill: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2026 with some deals on pizzas, margs, and Corona beers at Green Mill:

  • Guzman y Gomez: We predict Illinois-based restaurant, Guzman y Gomez, will offer discounted breakfast burritos (served until 10 a.m.), regular burritos, cali burritos, and bowls, plus a deal on frozen margaritas for Cinco de Mayo.

  • Hooters: We anticipate Hooters will have a discount on Dos Equis drafts and Legendary Margaritas. Plus HootClub Rewards members can look for a discount on appetizers, including chips and queso, Texas-style quesadilla bites, or Tex-Mex nachos, mozzarella sticks, fried pickles, Lots-A-Tots, sliders, 12 Buffalo shrimp, cheese and pretzels, and Buffalo chicken dip.

  • Hurricane Grill & Wings: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with $5 Native Ritas and $4 pints of Modelo Especial Draft at Hurricane Grill & Wings on May 5.

  • Krispy Kreme: Grab a 24-count Original Glazed Doughnut Dots for $5 or a 10-count for $3 at Krispy Kreme. Limit 2 redemptions online or in-store.

  • Miller's Ale House: For Cinco de Mayo next year, Miller's Ale House will have a deal on their House Margs.

  • Moe's Southwest Grill: On May 5, 2026, look for a FREE side of queso with any entree purchase at Moe's Southwest Grill. They'll also likely give away a free T-shirt to the first 20 guests to visit participating Moe’s locations on May 5.

  • On The Border: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in 2026 with five days of Grande Marg deals at On The Border.

  • Papa Murphy's: Next year, celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a 16-inch Taco Grande pizza (beef or chicken) at Papa Murphy's.

  • Pita Pit: Loyalty members can look for a discount on any Pita Pit online or in-app order when you use a promo code at checkout.

  • Qdoba: We predict a free queso and guac at Qdoba on Cinco de Mayo when you purchase an entree.

  • RA Sushi Bar & Restaurant: Enjoy discounted margaritas and Milagro shots all day at RA Sushi Bar & Restaurant in 2026.

  • Ruby Tuesday: Next year, look for drink deals on margaritas and Dos Equis at Ruby Tuesday.

  • Taco Bell: We anticipate a Cinco de Mayo freebie at Taco Bell with a delivery order through Grubhub, DoorDash, or Uber Eats.

  • Taco Cabana: In 2026, Taco Cabana will likely offer a taco and drink deal for Cinco de Mayo.

  • The Brass Tap: Look to celebrate Cinco de Mayo next year with free chips and salsa when you make a purchase at The Brass Tap. Plus, they'll have deals on margaritas.

  • The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Next year on May 5, 2026 (from noon - 6 p.m.), rewards members will likely have a chance to grab a discount on a large beverage (excludes paid modifiers) at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.

  • Tijuana Flats: Look for Tijuana Flats to bring back their annual $5 Cinco de Mayo menu. It includes margaritas, beers, chips & guac, and more available for dine-in, carryout, or delivery. You can also anticipate a free delivery offer and a discount on meal kits.

  • Tocaya: In 2026, you can expect an all-day Cinco de Mayo happy hour at Tocaya with signature sides deals and drink specials. You can also watch a freebie, like a free 20-ounce guacamole, when you place a catering order and use a promo code at checkout online.

  • Velvet Taco: We anticipate a FREE souvenir cup when you dine in and purchase a large Boozy Libation at Velvet Taco on Cinco de Mayo in 2026.

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