Frequently Asked Questions
Cinco de Mayo – West Side Saint Paul is an exciting celebration of Mexican-American culture. We are proud to welcome all guests to the festival to learn about the history of Cinco de Mayo and celebrate our unique culture on the Westside! Below are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. Please also visit the pages above for more information about events & activities. As part of our continued community outreach, we have also compiled a list of Youth Expectations for the event. We can't wait to meet you on the Westside!
Q: Are pets allowed during the event?
A: No. To keep everyone safe, pets and their escorts will be required to leave the festival grounds. Please leave your pets at home. Please note that animals on site will be escorted off the grounds by event personnel.
Q: Can I ride my bike or roller blades during the festivities?
A: Unfortunately bikes, roller blades, skateboards etc. present a possible safety concern. Please leave such item at home or walk them through the event grounds. We encourage you to take your time exploring!
Q: Is there any cost to attend this festival?
A: There is no cost to enter the festival grounds and there are many, many free activities happening all day long. In some areas there may be a small fee to cover the costs of extra activities.
Q: Where do I park during the festival and what roads will be closed?
A: There are public lots to park in during the festival for $5. Click here to see parking details, a full list of road closures and the link to download a free ride on Metro Transit.
Q: Will handicap parking be available? If so where is it located?
A: Parking is located in the Wellstone Ramp (197 Robie St. East) or the El Burrito parking lot (175 Cesar Chavez). A Handicap sticker is required.
Q: Do you take credit cards during the festival?
A: Some vendors may have that ability. We have provided an ATM on site (on the street near Parque de Castillo).
Have questions that you'd like to have answered? Write us at info@spfhf.org or call us at 651-223-7400 so we can add those questions and answers here.
Q: Are pets allowed during the event?
A: No. To keep everyone safe, pets and their escorts will be required to leave the festival grounds. Please leave your pets at home. Please note that animals on site will be escorted off the grounds by event personnel.
Q: Can I ride my bike or roller blades during the festivities?
A: Unfortunately bikes, roller blades, skateboards etc. present a possible safety concern. Please leave such item at home or walk them through the event grounds. We encourage you to take your time exploring!
Q: Is there any cost to attend this festival?
A: There is no cost to enter the festival grounds and there are many, many free activities happening all day long. In some areas there may be a small fee to cover the costs of extra activities.
Q: Where do I park during the festival and what roads will be closed?
A: There are public lots to park in during the festival for $5. Click here to see parking details, a full list of road closures and the link to download a free ride on Metro Transit.
Q: Will handicap parking be available? If so where is it located?
A: Parking is located in the Wellstone Ramp (197 Robie St. East) or the El Burrito parking lot (175 Cesar Chavez). A Handicap sticker is required.
Q: Do you take credit cards during the festival?
A: Some vendors may have that ability. We have provided an ATM on site (on the street near Parque de Castillo).
Have questions that you'd like to have answered? Write us at info@spfhf.org or call us at 651-223-7400 so we can add those questions and answers here.
