There are a bunch of food-related celebrations this weekend in Southern California. So, grab your mother and sombreros and find something to do this weekend with our Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day edition of Weekend, What Up!

Cinco de Mayo Thursday

  • Drink up at Rush Street for their Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring mariachi band, DJs and dancing. 7 PM – 2 AM. Rush Street 9546 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
  • Not in the mood for tequila? Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar is offering their signature sangria made from fresh fruits from the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market. $6 per glass. 4 – 10 PM. Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar 104 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
  • Malo in Silver Lake will be hosting a “Cinco de MALO Celebracion!” featuring drink and food specials. DJ’s will be spinning along with giveaways. 5 PM – 12 AM. Malo 4326 West Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029
  • If you have the day off head over early to sister restaurant Mas Malo in Downtown L.A. They are also hosting a “Cinco de MALO Celebracion!” featuring drink and food specials. DJ’s will be spinning along with giveaways. 11 AM – 12 AM. Mas Malo 515 W 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
  • Are you a vegan? This 100% vegan food event is for you hosted by The Other Door bar. Vegan Cinco de Mayo features food by Mama’s Hot Tamales, Doomie’s Home Cookin’, Mandoline Grill, Fresh Fries and The Frankenstand. 7 PM – 2 AM. The Other Door 10437 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood, CA 91601
  • Get the party started with Hamburguesas, Cervesas & Los Azules at Firefly Bistro. The menu created by Chef Paul Rosenbluh features smoked cheddar & chicken nachos, carne asada burgers and more. Music by Barry Big B Brenner. 6 PM – 9 PM. Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St., South Pasadena, CA 91030
  • Bootlegger’s Brewery in Orange County is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with the release of their first lager. Food will served by Dos Chinos food truck featuring burritos and tacos. Come get your craft beer on with bunch of beers on tap. 4 PM – 9 PM. Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
  • Las Perlas in Downtown L.A. is having a full day of drink specials featuring Tecate, Herradura shots, Margaritas and Palomas. Food provided by Pal Cabron and DJ’s spinning all day. 12 PM – 2 AM.
  • The Surly Goat is having their Drake’s and Triple Rock Cinco de Mayo Takeover featuring beers from two Northern California breweries. 6 PM – 2 AM. The Surly Goat 7929 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046
  • Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Ladyface Alehouse style with their specialty cocktail made with tequila, kiwi fruit and jalapeño with fresh-squeezed lime. 11:30 AM – 12 AM. Ladyface Alehouse & Brasserie 29281 Agoura Rd., Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Friday

  • San Gabriel Valley Food Truck Festival returns this month featuring Jogasaki Burrito, Ludo Truck, Crepe’n Around, Lobsta Truck and many more. $6. 5 PM – 11 PM. Speedzone 17871 Castleton St., Industry, CA 91748
  • If you miss the event over at The Surly Goat on Thursday or can’t get enough of Drake’s beers check out Blue Palms BrewHouse for their Drake’s, Triple Rock and Jupiter Tap Takeover. 11:30 AM – 2 AM. Blue Palms BrewHouse 6124 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
  • Mosey over to Atwater Village and check out 55 Degree Wine‘s Lost Abbey Sampler. $15 to try all 5 beers, 5 – 11 PM. 3111 Glendale Blvd. Los Angeles, 90039 We love their cool little basement cellar!

Saturday

  • Drink Eat Play’s Tribute Fest returns to Santa Clarita featuring nearly 20 food trucks and tribute bands. General admission $40, VIP $60. 11 AM – 10 PM. Central Park 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91350
  • Santa Monica Festival is celebrating their 20th anniversary featuring a mix of live music, dance, DIY art workshops using recycled materials. Free. 11 AM – 6 PM. Clover Park 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
  • The National Train Day Celebration features exhibits of model trains, train equipment and other attractions at Union Station. Free. 11 AM – 4 PM. Union Station 800 N Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
  • Food Truck Derby features Great Balls on Tires, Takosher, Lardon, Naan Stop and more. The event will also have live performances by Saint Motel, Hanni El Khatib and DJ’s brought to you by Antenna and Hyundai. Must RSVP to get free food and open bar. 3 – 7 PM. Siren Studios 6063 West Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
  • Cheer on your favorite horse at The Los Angeles Athletic Club’s “Hold Your Horses” Kentucky Derby viewing party. Tickets are $25/person. To purchase tickets call (213) 630 – 5200.  1- 4 PM at The Los Angeles Athletic Club 431 W. 7th Street, Los Angeles CA 90014

Mother’s Day Sunday

  • Come check out the country’s largest Hispanic market at the 22nd Annual Fiesta Broadway. A 24 sq. ft. block park party featuring food, live music and games. Free. 11 AM – 6 PM. On Broadway, 1st St. to Olympic St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
  • Dominick’s is offering a Brunch Mimosa Special with $12 bottles of sparkling wine and $5 carafes of orange juice, plus $12 bottles of its Dago Red and Dago White wine. 9 AM – 3 PM. 8715 Beverly Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90048
  • Bring your mother to Ladyface Alehouse and her first pint is $1. 11:30 AM – 12 AM. Ladyface Alehouse & Brasserie 29281 Agoura Rd., Agoura Hills, CA 91301
  • Lola’s West Hollywood is having their Mother’s Day specials with $10 bottomless strawberry mimosas, $12 bottomless Bloody Marys and complimentary strawberry shortcake for moms with a purchase of an entree. Saturday, 11 AM – 2:30 PM. Sunday, 11 AM – 2:30 PM. Lola’s, 945 N Fairfax Ave., West Hollywood CA 90046
  • Arterra Restaurant is hosting a Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch with a gourmet brunch buffet. $49. 9 AM – 2 PM. Call (858) 369-6032 for reservations. Arterra Restaurant, 11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130
  • Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes is offering an afternoon brunch/lunch buffet featuring omelet and egg station, pancake station, salmon, prime rib, desserts and a sushi bar. $75. 10 AM – 4 PM. Terranea, 6610 Palos Verdes Dr., South Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
  • How about some cupcakes for your mother? Magnolia Bakery has created vanilla buttercream cupcakes with edible images of vintage moms. 6 for $28.50. 8 AM – 12 AM. Magnolia Bakery 8389 West 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • NINETHIRTY and The Backyard at W Los Angeles – Westwood will feature special menus for Mother’s Day brunch. W Los Angeles – Westwood 930 Hilgard Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90024

All Weekend Long, My Babies

  • 44th Annual Sunset Beach Art Festival features food, photography, painting and clothing displays. The festival will also have music by local bands. Free. Saturday, 9 AM – 4 PM. Sunday, 9 AM – 4 PM. 17222 South Pacific Ave., Sunset Beach, CA 90742
  • UNIQUE LA Spring Show gives you the chance to shop directly from designers and artists from the United States. The event also features DIY workshops, free drinks and giveaways. $10. Saturday, 11 AM – 6 PM. Sunday, 11 AM – 6 PM. California Market Center’s Penthouse 110 E 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90079

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