# Cinco de Mayo 2026 in Cedar Rapids, IA | Best Parties, Parades & Events - **Subtitle**: Explore the best Cinco de Mayo events in Cedar Rapids, Iowa—including parades, festivals, food events, and parties. Find top-rated celebrations happening on May 5th 2026 and plan your perfect day with friends and family. - **Category**: Cinco de Mayo - **Display Name**: Cinco De Mayo events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 23.6k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bacea440-9b7c-11f0-9dfd-cd8e41ed757b-rimg-w200-h200-dc161518-gmir - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/2a5c8240-c809-11ed-b09b-716f200eedc8-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb689b208d2a182.png ## About Cinco de Mayo in Cedar Rapids is more than just a date—it’s a city-wide celebration of culture, music, and flavor. From lively street parades and Latin music festivals to tequila tastings, food fairs, and high-energy parties, discover the best ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2026 in Cedar Rapids. Whether you're looking for family-friendly events or vibrant nightlife, explore everything happening near you. ## Trending Events in Cedar Rapids - **Event Name**: Market After Dark - **Description**: Downtown’s Biggest Outdoor Celebration One of Downtown Cedar Rapids’ most popular, free, open-air events, Market After Dark, features a variety of vendors mixed with lively entertainment. This event brings a unique atmosphere to Downtown Cedar Rapids with - **Venue**: 501 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/885c1be44d228fb3bbae9054f093d65ce83e5bcefee66e88b9cfda305d589b25-rimg-w1200-h628-dcc8c8c8-gmir?v=1787226111 - **Event Name**: Cedar Rapids Night Meet '26 - **Description**: 🔥 THE LAST CEDAR RAPIDS NIGHT MEET AT HAWKEYE DOWNS EVER🔥 You asked for it, so we're doing it one more time. The Cedar Rapids Night Meet returns to Hawkeye Downs on September 4th, for one last meet. Last time, we PACKED the track in less than 90 minutes - **Venue**: Hawkeye Downs Speedway and Expo Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/bfc0cb2b198ade51fa108a1eb515c8c75c918ac29de8a89cd5f31e24ddd3b30f-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787226104 - **Event Name**: Iowa vs. NIU Football Watch Party | Cedar Rapids - **Description**: Football season is here, and Big Grove Brewery is your Official Watch Party Headquarters for Iowa Football!About this EventHawkeye football is BACK. 🏈Join us for the season opener vs. NIU with kickoff at 3:15 PM! - **Venue**: Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a3956a46bc5df3faaab564755bcda4611786fe022fa3e711a94e36c33f1a8472-rimg-w1200-h631-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787710516 - **Event Name**: NewBo Art Festival 2026 - **Description**: The NewBo Arts Festival is a celebration of the arts in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Held annually by the NewBohemia Arts Group on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Mark your calendar - September 6th - 9am til 4pm View the work of 38 artists from 21 cities in Io - **Venue**: NewBo 3rd Street SE & 11th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/7b92e76b75bee720d5c231c38417a4ef90854943af00bf6e4d54bbdc109a5aa1-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1787048623 - **Event Name**: Happy Together Tour - **Venue**: Paramount Theatre - Cedar Rapids - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/33ee2fe0-a166-11f1-a977-99d1d33e99bd-rimg-w1124-h1496-dce8c8a8-gmir.jpg?v=1787759578 - **Event Name**: Metro Motor Madness Bike Night - Giveaway Night - **Description**: 🏁 Final Metro Motor Madness Bike Night! 🏁 The last bike night of the season is here, and we're ending it in a big way! Join us on Thursday, September 10 from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm for one final night of live music, food, giveaways, and great company as we dra - **Venue**: 2415 Westdale Drive Southwest, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52404 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8fc6bc1843c4eb5a11aea37f1adc9ec9d9920ed4c68464a4bb5c8bb55e0f3f1d-rimg-w1200-h792-dc080808-gmir?v=1787040444 - **Event Name**: Meet me at the Market After Dark Cedar Rapids - **Description**: The market is getting a little wilder after sunset… and French Pastry by Sandrine will be there! 🇫🇷🥐 A Wild Night Event ! Stop by my booth for something delicious, beautifully handcrafted, and made with a little French savoir-faire - l will be loaded wit - **Venue**: 2nd ave SE Cedar Rapids - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/2eda8251033dc74729c35fad267db54510ce7a6785fc55708cfb9505830658d4-rimg-w1200-h900-dc080808-gmir?v=1787202939 - **Event Name**: Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Lake County Captains - **Venue**: Veterans Memorial Stadium - Cedar Rapids - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b4012eb0-a109-11f1-8382-27c8b4f8dbac-rimg-w1200-h600-dc082868-gmir.jpg?v=1787719853 - **Event Name**: NewBo Run - **Description**: https://corridorrunning.com/newbo-run - **Venue**: NewBo City Market - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d9dc60dcfafc1e78d53edf001a774cde59c56aee4f8b4a656691ac613c006cca-rimg-w1200-h599-dc78a8e8-gmir?v=1787226141 ## Browse Cinco de Mayo Events by Date - [Cinco de Mayo Events Today in Cedar Rapids](https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/cinco-de-mayo--today) - [Cinco de Mayo Events This Weekend in Cedar Rapids](https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/cinco-de-mayo--this-weekend) - [Cinco de Mayo Events in August in Cedar Rapids](https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/cinco-de-mayo--august) - [Cinco de Mayo Events in September in Cedar Rapids](https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/cinco-de-mayo--september) ## FAQs - **Q**: How can I find Cinco de Mayo events in Cedar Rapids? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Cinco de Mayo events in Cedar Rapids on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Cinco de Mayo events in Cedar Rapids? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: Are there any online Cinco de Mayo events available? - **A:** Yes, many Cinco de Mayo events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Cinco de Mayo events in Cedar Rapids? - **A:** Follow the Cinco de Mayo category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Cinco de Mayo events are listed in Cedar Rapids. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/07/a78c12ce2c4a90960ed3961ecf3069/Desktop--CDM.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ff/3e75f9f7944af99f804b8ce355366c/App-Banner-Cinco-De-mayo-2-.webp ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Events in Hiawatha](https://allevents.in/hiawatha-ia) - [Events in Marion](https://allevents.in/marion-ia) - [Events in Fairfax](https://allevents.in/fairfax-ia) - [Events in Ely](https://allevents.in/ely-ia) - [Events in Toddville](https://allevents.in/toddville-ia) - [Events in Palo](https://allevents.in/palo-ia) - [Events in Swisher](https://allevents.in/swisher) - [Events in Atkins](https://allevents.in/atkins-ia)