Must-Have Foods
The best part about a great Cinco de Mayo party is arguably the food, so don’t miss out on anyone’s favorites. Build a nacho bar, complete with all of the good stuff:- organic stone ground tortilla chips
- homemade guacamole
- a menagerie of organic salsa, and sour cream
- toppings galore

Activities for All Ages
Pinatas are classic fun for any celebration, least of all a Cinco de Mayo party. Stuff yours full of candy you can feel good about — we love the selection over at the Natural Candy Store. Craft activity possibilities are pretty much endless for kids, but maracas are easy to make out of upcycled materials. Have kids bring waste products from home to make it both a cultural and environmental exercise!Waste
When it comes to parties of any kind, waste is always an issue. Plan ahead and get dishes you can feel good about your guests using or throwing away. If you’re not big on post-party dish duty, opt for biodegradable cutlery, plates, and cups. Skip the plastic tablecloths — cloth ones can be found at thrift stores for a few dollars, and be reused time and time again. Talk to your local party rental company about what they have available for smaller gatherings and avoid having to store bins of reusable dishes and tableware in your garage.Decor
Use this party as an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant colors of traditional Mexican culture. Mexican flags are common at Cinco de Mayo parties, but don’t stop there! Turn cans of Mexican foods into rustic planters for cacti and flowers, fill jars with vibrant peppers, and string ribbons in place of streamers, for multi-purpose decor that doesn’t let anything go to waste.