Cinco de Mayo in Arkansas; Places to go, things to do around the Natural State

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Friday will be an annual celebration of Mexican-American culture in the United States, Cinco de Mayo.

Being on a Friday this year, you have a chance to extend the day on both sides of May 5 with events taking place through Saturday.

Here is a list of events and goings-on taking place in central Arkansas marking this special day:

Spa City Fest Cinco de Mayo, Hot Springs, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. May 5, Exchange Street Parking Plaza featuring live cultural music, margaritas and a food festival including local food trucks. Free admission, info at SpaCityFest.com.

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Party, Little Rock, by the Central Arkansas Library System, 4 – 5 p.m., May 5, 100 South Rock Street, featuring salsa, fun games and crafts to celebrate Mexican culture. Chil...