One of Houston’s most vibrant celebrations returns this weekend as the 2025 LULAC District 8 Cinco de Mayo Parade brings music, color, and community to the streets of downtown.
Parade Details and Livestream
The parade kicks off Saturday at 10 a.m., running through noon.
More Than a Party — A Cultural Tribute
Cinco de Mayo, often misunderstood as Mexican Independence Day, actually commemorates Mexico’s unlikely victory over France at the 1862 Battle of Puebla.
A Celebration of Houston’s Hispanic Community
With Houston now home to the fourth-largest Hispanic population in the U.S., according to Census data, the parade reflects the city’s growing cultural diversity. Hispanic residents make up over 40% of the Houston metro area and own 42% of its businesses, according to the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Parade Route
- Starts on Dallas at Bagby
- East on Dallas
- North on Louisiana
- West on Walker
- South on Smith
- West on Lamar
- Ends on Lamar at Bagby
A Citywide Invitation
The event welcomes schools, businesses, and families to join in celebrating Houston’s Hispanic heritage.
Que Onda Magazine is the proud print media sponsor of LULAC’s Cinco de Mayo Parade.