

Plus, once it’s created, you can fill it with candy and let everyone in your home take a stab at breaking it. If you’re feeling a little crafty, why not try making your own piñata? You just need cardboard, poster board, tissue paper, glue and tape for this easy and fun DIY. This is a great way to have some seriously fun music in the background while also supporting Mexican musicians at the same time!2 2. Find a playlist that already exists or create your own. Tune into the hottest Mexican musical artists using Amazon Music Unlimited or Spotify. Maybe you’ll even start a few new traditions this year. Support your local businesses where you can and party knowing you won’t have to find a safe way to get home after a few too many margaritas. Immerse yourself in the culture of Mexico, have a few drinks and a few laughs. To help you have a fun celebration at home, we rounded up some easy Cinco de Mayo ideas that you can try while staying safe and social distancing. Holidays are meant to bring people together, so let’s do that with Cinco de Mayo this year. Respecting a country and having fun partying on their holidays can easily go hand-in-hand if you educate yourself and pay attention to your actions. Celebrating Mexican culture is great-as long as you’re respectful! This doesn’t mean you can’t drink margaritas and eat tacos Just pay attention to how you celebrating and make sure you avoid appropriating Mexican culture and traditions.

Do a little research and you might find you love the holiday even more knowing where certain traditions originated. Educate yourself about the history of Mexico, try some authentic recipes, listen to Mexican musical artists. Now that most of us have more time at home, this is the perfect year to actually lean into some Mexican traditions.

Cinco de Mayo looks a little different in 2020, but we’re still ready to celebrate. There are still ways to support your local Mexican-owned businesses, have fun with friends and loved ones and-of course-eat and drink your heart out. Luckily, there are so many virtual Cinco de Mayo ideas you can use to have a fun fiesta at home this year.

Typically, most people would spend the day eating at Mexican restaurants, downing margaritas and throwing parties-but in these unprecedented times, we’re having to adjust how we celebrate. While Cinco de Mayo officially celebrates the 1862 Mexican army’s victory over the French, it’s become a holiday that people across the world celebrate.
