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Catalina Museum for Art & History: Annual Cinco De Mayo Celebration

Experience the vibrancy of Mexican culture with music, dance and delicious food

April 1, 2025

AVALON, Calif. (March 26, 2025) — Catalina Museum for Art & History is set to bring the community together once again with the Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration.

The festivities kick off on Monday, May 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. This year's celebration will feature live music by island favorites Mariachi Las Catrinas and cultural performances by Ballet Folklorico Quetzal and Avalon School grades TK-5th. Attendees of all ages can enjoy face painting, an engaging art project for kids and delicious Mexican dishes from local food vendors. Margaritas, wine, beer and other refreshments will be available for purchase. Cultural performances will begin at 5 p.m. and food will be served until supplies run out.

WHEN:

Monday, May 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m.

WHERE:

Catalina Museum for Art & History

217 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704

MORE INFORMATION:

More information about upcoming events at the museum can be found at catalinamuseum.org/calendar

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Mondays. For more information about the Catalina Museum for Art & History, visit CatalinaMuseum.org. To stay connected, follow the museum’s social media platforms @CatalinaMuseum on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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About Catalina Museum for Art & History 

Catalina Museum for Art & History offers the best in art and history exhibitions, music and dance performances, lectures by guest speakers from all over the world and the finest in silent, documentary and international film.  Located in the heart of Avalon at 217 Metropole Avenue, the museum is a cornerstone of Catalina Island's cultural and artistic community.

  • Location: Catalina Museum for Art & History, 217 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704
  • Museum Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PST)
  • Closed Mondays: September (after Labor Day) through May
  • Holidays: Closed New Year's Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
  • Admission:
    • Adults: $18
    • Seniors (60+), Active Military & Veterans, Healthcare Workers & Students: $15
    • Catalina Island Residents (proof of residency required): $12
    • Golden State Advantage cardholder (two adults and their children under 18 years): Free
    • Children (15 years & under with paid adult ticket): Free

For more information about the Catalina Museum for Art & History, visit CatalinaMuseum.org. To stay connected, follow the museum’s social media platforms @CatalinaMuseum on Facebook, Instagram and X.