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Say 'Si' to Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Royal Oak
What is Cinco de Mayo if not permission to hold a party?
Here's a roundup of fiestas in Royal Oak this weekend that include Mexican food, drinks and activities for adults and children, too.
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army in 1862.
Uno: Camelia’s Authentic Mexican Grill
Dance lessons and a DJ are set for Saturday and Sunday at Camelia’s, located at 1304 E 11 Mile Rd. Sunday will also be a Family Fun Day with a balloon clown, face painters, a pinata and a moonwalk for the kids.
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Dos: 526/Tequila Blue
Say "si" to tequila tastings and DJ Tom Keeling at Tequila Blue on Sunday. The Reefermen perform at 7 p.m. at 526 Main's Cinco de Mayo celebration.
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Tres: Woody's Diner
The party starts at 1 p.m. Sunday on all three floors at Woody’s Diner, 208 W. Fifth Avenue. Six DJs, a fiesta rooftop and live entertainment are part of the celebration. Tacos are $2; margaritas $4.
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Cuatro: John Lindell Ice Arena
John Lindell Ice Arena hosts the Women's Cinco de Mayo Hockey Tournament May 3-5. Sign up now. Space is limited.
Cinco: Pizzeria Biga
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with cocktails by Blue Nectar Tequila, tapas by Chef Luicano DelSignore and music by DJ The Rev. Robert-David Jones & Steven Robert from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday at Pizzeria Biga, located at 711 S. Main St.
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Sies: Zumba Mexican Grille
Zumba is hosting a Cinco de Mayo fundraiser to benefit the Judson Center’s foster care program 5-10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m - 10 p.m. Sunday. All proceeds from the bar, including Zumba's "Knockout" margaritas, will go to the program. Enjoy live entertainment and, on Sunday, grab a breakfast taco starting at 10 a.m.
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