events/eventos
2021
events/eventos
Welcome & BienvenIdo
JUNE 11-13
The annual Cinco de Mayo Omaha 3-day festival will take place along South 24th Street & Plaza de la Raza at 24 & N St that will feature live music/entertainment, carnival rides, parade, food, exhibitors, MISS coronation, games and concerts.
We will be celebrating 100 YEARS of Mexican festivals that brings in over 250,000 visitors from six surrounding states!
*Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to enter festival area.
*Small pets on leases allowed
The annual Cinco de Mayo Omaha 3-day festival will take place along South 24th Street & Plaza de la Raza at 24 & N St that will feature live music/entertainment, carnival rides, parade, food, exhibitors, MISS coronation, games and concerts.
We will be celebrating 100 YEARS of Mexican festivals that brings in over 250,000 visitors from six surrounding states!
*Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to enter festival area.
*Small pets on leases allowed
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Entertainment
While you're experiencing delicious food you'll have the chance to watch local performers on the Omaha Performing Arts Stage along 24th Street that will feature live music all weekend long. |
Greater Omaha Food Court
Come experience a taste of South Omaha with an array of unique and tasty cuisines located in the Greater Omaha Food Court - A taste of South Omaha like no other! Puerto Rican Pork and Chicken Kabobs, Arroz con Gondulas /Rice with Pigeon Peas, Frappes, Shaved Ice, Cotton Candy, Elotes / Corn on the cob prepared Mexican Style, Esquites/ Corn in a cup prepared Mexican Style
Aguas Frescas/ Freshly prepared fruit drinks, Mexican Style Ice Cream, Pupusas / Corn pancakes stuffed with meat, Authentic Tacos, Tortas/ Mexican style Sandwich, quesadillas, Fresh Lemonade, Corn dogs, Cheese curds, Rice Bowls, Fresh fruit with toppings, Tostados de Ceviche |
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MAY 30, 2021
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FASHION SHOW
1:00 p.m. Hosted by
“Marina and Gaby from Telemundo Nebraska and Radio Lobo” Miss (Ages 20-27) • Teen Miss (Ages 15-19)
Junior Miss (Ages 10-14) • Little Miss (Ages 5-9) Little Mister (Ages 5-9) PRIZES Little Miss & Little Mister
Junior & Teen Miss
Miss
ALL WINNERS WILL RECEIVE GIFT BASKET & PHOTO ALBUM |
Due to COVID-19 we will incorporate social distancing, masks, and temperature checks
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Friday, June 11, 2021
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Coronation
Plaza Stage at 7:00 p.m. Hosted by
“Marina and Gaby from Telemundo Nebraska and Radio Lobo” |
Los Horoscopos de Durango
y La Consentida Banda Brisa 7:00 - Plaza Stage |
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Carnival
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TIME: 5:00 - 10:30 p.m.
LOCATION: 24th Street Family fun at its finest! All your favorite rides and midway games are lining 24th Street again this year. $5 off purchase of an all-day carnival ride pass at any Supermercado Nuestra Familia store starting May 21. Hay un descuento de $5 si compra un pase por un día completo para los juegos mecánicos en cualquier Supermercado Nuestra Familia empezando el 21 de Mayo. |
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Saturday, June 12
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Parade/Desfile
Saturday, June 12th TIME: 10:00 a.m. start time LOCATION: Historic South 24th Street (F - L) Rain or shine The Cinco de Mayo parade is the largest and best in the Midwest. This awe inspiring parade marches down historic South 24th street featuring incredible floats, marching bands, unique entertainers, businesses and organizations that strive to give back to the community to celebrate their heritage. Huge crowds take to the streets to cheer the parade on, all the way down 24th street. Join us and be a part of this monumental event! Limit: First 80 entries |
The 2021 Cinco de Mayo parade will kick off with the South High State Soccer Champions as the Grand Marshalls
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Fiesta & Exhibitors
TIME: 11:00 a.m. LOCATION: Plaza de la Raza - 24th & N The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta has something for everyone:
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Carnival
TIME: 10:30 a.m. LOCATION: 24th Street & Plaza $5 off purchase of an all-day carnival ride pass at any Supermercado Nuestra Familia store starting May 21st. Hay un descuento de $5 si compra un pase por un día completo para los juegos mecánicos en cualquier Supermercado Nuestra Familia empezando el 21 de mayo. 
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Health Fair
TIME: 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 24th & N
Be cautious, be preventative. Join us for the Cinco de Mayo health fair. We're bringing in area health institution experts to provide a variety of health information and free screenings, with health professionals on hand to answer questions.
TIME: 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 24th & N
Be cautious, be preventative. Join us for the Cinco de Mayo health fair. We're bringing in area health institution experts to provide a variety of health information and free screenings, with health professionals on hand to answer questions.
Oye Como Va
TIME: 2:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Plaza Stage
TIME: 2:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Plaza Stage
Join NFM for an experience like no other – a Silent Disco Fiesta featuring three of Omaha’s premier DJs playing the hottest music in Spanish and English.
When you arrive, you’ll receive a pair of wireless headphones. You control the volume and you select your DJ with the flip of a switch. Each headset has an LED channel indicator so you and your friends can dance to the same beat.
Don’t miss the fun and be sure to catch some special photo ops at this innovative experience brought to you by NFM and Mrs. B’s!
When you arrive, you’ll receive a pair of wireless headphones. You control the volume and you select your DJ with the flip of a switch. Each headset has an LED channel indicator so you and your friends can dance to the same beat.
Don’t miss the fun and be sure to catch some special photo ops at this innovative experience brought to you by NFM and Mrs. B’s!
SUNDAY, JUNE 13
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Mariachi Mass
10:30 a.m. - Plaza Stage This unique outdoor Sunday morning Mass features liturgical music led by a traditional mariachi and Assumption-Guadalupe Catholic Church. |
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Carnival
TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. LOCATION: 24th Street $5 off purchase of an all-day carnival ride pass at any Supermercado Nuestra Familia store starting May 21. Hay un descuento de $5 si compra un pase por un día completo para los juegos mecánicos en cualquier Supermercado Nuestra Familia empezando el 21 de Mayo. |
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Baile de Caballos
TIME: 1:30 p.m. LOCATION: Plaza Stage Come experience the Vaqueros exhibiting their dancing horses! |
Concert
Graciela Beltrán
4 p.m. - Plaza Stage
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DATE: T.B.D.
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VIVIR BANQUET
TIME: 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Capitol District
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To apply for a scholarship, please visit:
https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/ |
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