Margaritas En Mayo

Thursday, May 22, 2025
5:00-9:00pm
Downtown Yorkville & Riverfront Park
(131 E Hydraulic Ave, Yorkville)

The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department is excited to kick off the Summer on Thursday, May 22 with Margaritas en Mayo! This family-friendly fiesta will incorporate traditional Mexican music and performances as downtown Yorkville transforms into Yorkville's very own Margaritaville! Join us for an evening of Mariachi bands, dancing, margaritas, and more as we celebrate the arrival of Summer! 

2025 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

  • Family Activities (5-7:30pm): Riverfront Park
  • BPAC Performance (5:15-6pm): Riverfront Park Pavilion
  • Ballet Folklorico (6-7pm): Riverfront Park Pavilion
  • Mariachi Ameca (6-8pm): Southbank Original BBQ Stage
  • Fuze (7-9pm): Back Alley Stage (Behind Law Office)

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  2. 2 Cutwater - blue wording

Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl

Ballet final

Mariachi Ameca

Mariachi Final

Fuze

FAMILY ACTIVITIES AREA

  • 5-9pm:  50ft Inflatable Zip Line
  • 5:15pm:  Piñatas 
  • 6:00pm: Gallitos (Balloon Pop Game)
  • 6:30pm: Piñatas 
  • 7:00pm:  Sack Races (All Ages Welcome!)
  • 7:30pm: Piñatas

Back By Popular Demand!!

Get the thrill of a lifetime at Margaritas en Mayo from 5-9pm as you embark down a 50-foot zipline in Riverfront Park! Not ready to fly? No worries as the zipline is equipped with a fun slide as well!

*Please note, all ages are welcome to participate in this attraction; however, participants are recommended to be 45+ pounds to utilize the zipline. Participants will need to jump off the inflatable at the end of the zip line.

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Premium Sponsor

On The Rocks Sponsor

Frozen Sponsors

FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS

Food and drink specials will be available at many of the incredible businesses throughout Downtown Yorkville during the event. Please check back soon for specific specials and locations! 

*Please note that Margaritas en Mayo is a cash-only event. Please be prepared to use cash for all purchases during the event.

DRINK OFFERINGS
BEER TENT
Cutwater Margaritas (8oz)- $6
  • Lime, Mango, Strawberry, Pineapple
Nutrl (12oz)- $6
  • Lime & Strawberry
Estrella Jalisco (12oz) - $6
Goose Island IPA (12oz) - $6
Bud Light Lime (12oz) - $5
Capri Sun - $2
Bottled Water - $1

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES

The City of Yorkville is excited to partner with several local businesses to bring food, drinks and entertainment to Margaritas en Mayo! Check back as details are added to the list of participating businesses!

2025 FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS
Pepe's
Tacos - Steak, Beef, Chicken, Al Pastor
Tamales - Green (Chicken) & Red (Pork)
Quesadillas - Veggie, Cheese, Chicken, Steak & Beef
Elotes
Margaritas
Cocina Madre
Tacos - Steak, Chicken, Al Pastor
Walking Tacos
Birria Eggrolls
Jarritos
Foxy's Ice Cream
Churro Sundae
The Den
Walking Beaver Dam Tacos
Spicy Watermelon Cocktail
Mexican Candy Shot
Ginger & Soul
Strawberry Coconut Margaritas
Tamales
The Vault
Frozen & Specialty Margaritas
Tinga De Pollo Taco Dinner
Steak Taco Dinner
Burritos
Blank Sl8 Events
Specialty Margaritas
Southbank Original BBQ
Cutwater Margaritas
House Lime & Strawberry Margaritas
Chicken Tacos
Fox Republic Brewing
Beer-Garitas

BPAC Parent's Day Picnic

We are excited to announce that Bilingual Parents Advisory Council (BPAC) will once again be hosting their Parent's Day Picnic from 5:00-7:30pm in conjunction with Margaritas en Mayo! Please check back soon for additional details as they become available.

EVENT PARKING

Parking for Margaritas en Mayo is free at all of the open City of Yorkville Parking lots downtown. 

MEM 2025 Parking Map

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BECOME A SPONSOR

Elevate Your Brand with Margaritas en Mayo Sponsorship! Join us in showing your unwavering support for the vibrant Yorkville Community by becoming a sponsor of this exciting event. By aligning your brand with Margaritas en Mayo, you'll gain exceptional visibility and exposure to the Yorkville community and beyond.

The application deadline for 2025 Margaritas en Mayo is April 18, 2025. Click on the Sponsorship Form Image or follow this link to view the 2025 Margaritas en Mayo sponsorship materials.

For details email the Sponsorship Team.  We look forward to partnering with you!