13 Creative Cinco de Mayo Decoration Ideas

In need of Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas to liven up your next Cinco de Mayo party? At Peerspace, we get it! As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, we understand well how your location and its aesthetics can make or break your event.

May 5th, or Cinco de Mayo, is the day Mexico claimed victory over the French Empire in 1862. Interestingly, this commemorative holiday has become more popular in the United States than in Mexico. This holiday is a popular way to celebrate the heritage, culture, and cuisine of Mexico.

If you are part of the millions of Americans and Mexican Americans celebrating the holiday this year, here are a few fun Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas perfect for the occasion! 

1. Create a Latin-themed photo wall

Make sure to include a Mexican themed photo wall as part of your Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas! We love the look of this Mexican bar restaurant with a stage in Frazier Park, CA, as one example. Its Corona, Modelo, and Pacifico Mexican beer-themed decor make for a perfect Cinco de Mayo photo backdrop during your event.

2. Pose in front of beautiful flowers

Spruce up your Cinco de Mayo festivities with gorgeous, blooming flower arrangements! On Peerspace, you can even find floral-themed venues where hosts will select and place arrangements for you. This way, you can worry less about decorations and more about having fun on the day of the event.

3. Be inspired by Oaxacan tradition

If you’d like to opt for more original Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas, consider decorating your venue with traditional décor from a specific Mexican state. For example, this rustic hacienda in Brownsville, Texas, is specifically inspired by Oaxacan heritage!

The décor and decorations in this space include Saltillo tiled floors and colorful stucco walls in the Oaxacan tradition. This home also features various fruit trees on two acres of land, as well as a mission style interior with heavy wooden furniture.

4. Display vivid artwork

Mexican and Latin-inspired artwork is a fabulous Cinco de Mayo decoration idea for your party, event, or photoshoot. If you don’t have your own Mexican artwork to decorate a space with, just rent a Peerspace that does!

5. Use beautiful Mexican furniture

Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas are about more than sombreros, pinatas, and calaveras. A great Cinco de Mayo event should also include classy Mexican décor that appreciates the true beauty of Mexican heritage.

6. Make use of a classic calavera

Calveras (also known as Mexican sugar skulls) are a super fun Cinco de Mayo decoration idea — whether they are used as centerpieces, painted on the walls, or featured as a tasty dessert.

7. Take advantage of bright colors

Bright colors are an absolute must for all your Cinco de mayo decoration ideas. After all, Cinco de Mayo is a vibrant day of celebration! On Peerspace, you’ll find fabulous venues like this Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles that come with all the beautiful, bright decorations you could ever dream of. This eatery has the benefit of including an outdoor patio area with brightly painted chairs and vibrant potted flowers.

8. Set up a margarita machine

What’s a Cinco de Mayo party without margaritas?! Quench your thirst with an incredibly useful decoration — a margarita machine! Sounds like one heck of a Cinco de Mayo party to us! 

9. Enjoy Mexican architectural vibes

Looking for a completely unique way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? How about celebrating an influential Mexican artist, architect, or revolutionary thinker on this special day? For example, this inspired home in Austin, Texas, is the perfect way to celebrate the famous Mexican architect, Luis Barragan.

The private hideaway with solid stucco walls and vibrant colors is reminiscent of Barragan’s style, and the space itself also offers a variety of gorgeous decorations. The authentic paint colors from Mexico, tropical lush garden, and dipping pool are just a few of the amazing features you’ll find in this beautiful space!

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10. Dedicate an ode to Latin music

Cinco de Mayo may be a Mexican holiday, but if you’d like to celebrate Latin culture and heritage more widely, there are plenty of Latin-inspired decoration ideas to pull from, too! Like how about renting a space with gorgeous Latin art murals or a lightly decorated space with plenty of room to practice your Latin dance skills?

11. Put up pinatas and hanging decorations

Pinatas aren’t the only beautiful hanging decorations you can include as part of your Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas! For example, how about featuring a hanging flower garden at your Cinco de Mayo party?

12. Serve tacos

Edible decorations? Yes, please! Decorating your Cinco de Mayo venue with a taco bar is sure to be a party favorite. On Peerspace, you can even rent out your very own taco stand for your Cinco de Mayo event.

13. Take in panoramic views

Fantastic views are decoration enough if you book a hacienda for your Cinco de Mayo party, event, or photoshoot! And if you are looking for more Cinco de Mayo decoration ideas, some venues feature Latin-inspired art and signage throughout the home.

Bring your Cinco de Mayo celebration to life

With the right decorations, your Cinco de Mayo party can go from simple to spectacular. From vibrant colors and traditional touches to playful DIY details, it’s all about creating an atmosphere that’s as lively as the holiday itself. No matter how you style it, the goal is the same: to celebrate culture, community, and joy with the people you love.