Cinco De Mayo Celebrations in Westchase

Cinco De Mayo is Sunday, May 5. The holiday recognizes the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It was originally a time for Mexican Americans living in the West to celebrate their freedom during the Civil War.

The day has since turned into a time to honor Mexican culture, including the refreshing beverage that is the Margarita.

All around, Cinco De Mayo gives people a reason to get out and celebrate life with friends. We've rounded up a few Cinco De Mayo celebrations happening right in your town.

Here are a few places to celebrate Cinco De Mayo 2013 in Westchase:

Surf Shack Coastal Kitchen - The restaurant will host a family friendly Cinco De Mayo celebration with live music, giveaways and face painter. Kids eat free until 3 p.m. Address: 12217 W. Linebaugh Ave. in Tampa. For more information call 813-475-5916.

World of Beer - Mexican beer or Cerveza is what it's all about at World of Beer on Cinco De Mayo. Save $1 on all Mexican bottled beers all day. Address: 9524 W. Linebaugh Ave. in Tampa. For more information call 813-852-2337.

Catch Twenty Three - This Westchase favorite will be pouring up $5 Margaritas all day and serving up Mexican food like burritos, nachos and fajitas. The restaurant's Cinco De Mayo event is family friendly and will include a pinata for kids and sambrero contest for adults. Address: 10103 Montague St. in Tampa. For more information call 813-920-0045.