The Only Apps You Need For the Best Cinco de Mayo Ever

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Piñatas? Check. Photo props? Check, and done. That's what your to-do list will look like after you download these useful apps for all your Cinco de Mayo celebrations. They'll help you get the party started whether you throw a gathering at home or head out to a nearby bar. Ready, set, download — and let the fiesta begin! Source: Etsy user TheDesignCandyShoppe

Piñatas

Piñatas

Can't get ahold of a real piñata for the festivities? Not to worry. The Piñatas app (free) is the next best thing, letting you record a video message and hide it inside your piñata. When friends receive the piñata, they can tap and smash it open to reveal the message. Fun!

Happy Hours

Happy Hours

There's no doubt that bars across the country will be celebrating the holiday. Use Happy Hours (free) to find out about all the food and drink specials happening near you. You can even filter locations by options like outdoor seating and live entertaining.

Cinco de Mayo Cookbook

Cinco de Mayo Cookbook

Hosting a party this Monday? Then you'll want the Cinco de Mayo Cookbook by Adobo Grill ($1) by your side. The app shares tasty Mexican recipes by Adobo Grill's head chef — think appetizers like tostaditas and Michelada cocktails. Qué delicioso!

Mission: Margarita

Mission: Margarita

No Cinco de Mayo would be complete without margaritas. Make your own with Mission: Margarita (free), which not only keeps a database of the best margarita recipes but also margarita locations that just might be near you. Cheers!

Radio Mexico Live

Radio Mexico Live

Get the best beats from Mexico right on your phone with Radio Mexico Live ($1). The app streams hundreds of radio stations from below the border, and with about 250 music styles to choose from, you'll find something for everyone.

Cinco de Mayo: The Battle of Puebla

Cinco de Mayo: The Battle of Puebla

Test your knowledge of the holiday with quizzes and activities thanks to Cinco de Mayo: The Battle of Puebla (free). Did you know the Mexican army's victory over the French was led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín? Make a (drinking) game out of all the trivia with the educational app that's not just for kids.

Holiday Picture It!

Holiday Picture It!

What's a good celebration without photo props? The Holiday Picture It! (free) app comes with a special Cinco de Mayo package that lets you add more than 90 playful images to your photos. Grow a mustache, wear a sombrero, and play with maracas in just a snap.