Agave in the Alley

A Pre-Cinco de Mayo Courtyard Celebration!

Cinco de Mayo starts early at Arts Alley.

Join us on Friday, May 1st from 6-9 PM for Agave in the Alley, a festive night filled with tequila tastings, tacos, music, and great company in the courtyard.

Rain date is Friday, May 8th

This lively pre-Cinco celebration brings together 15–20 beverage vendors sampling tequila, mezcal, and agave-inspired cocktails while guests sip, explore, and enjoy the atmosphere of Arts Alley.

Check back soon for updates and the full vendor list.

Your ticket includes a commemorative Agave in the Alley tasting glass to use during the event and take home.

There will also be live festive music and tacos available throughout the night from Rose & Rye. Tacos are;

-Chipotle braised chicken thighs in a flour tortilla with citrus slaw & cotija cheese.

-Black bean and corn in a corn tortilla with habanero and carrot slaw and cotija cheese.

Whether you're a margarita lover, tequila enthusiast, or just looking for a fun Friday night out with friends, this is the perfect way to kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend.

VIP Entry - $90

6 PM Early Access

Start the celebration early with exclusive access to the event before general admission begins.

VIP tickets include:

• Early entry at 6 PM
• 3 tacos included with your ticket
• A vendor swag bag
• Exclusive samples and specialty pours available only during the VIP hour (6-7 PM)
• Commemorative Agave in the Alley tasting glass
• Full access to the event until 9 PM

General Admission - $50

Entry from 7–9 PM

GA tickets include:

• Event entry from 7-9 PM
• 1 taco included with your ticket
• Vendor tastings and samples
• Commemorative Agave in the Alley tasting glass

Throughout the Night

• 15–20 tequila, mezcal, and beverage vendors
• Live festive music
• Additional tacos available for purchase from Rose & Rye
• Cocktails, beer, and wine available for purchase from Rose & Rye

Make a Night of It

Planning to enjoy Concord for the evening? We will have a discounted room block available at the nearby Comfort Inn for guests who want to stay overnight and make the most of the celebration!

Click the link below for more information or to secure a room.

https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/mb66r6?checkInDate=2026-05-01&checkOutDate=2026-05-02&ratePlanCode=BUCCDF

THIS EVENT IS FOR AGES 21+

Parking is available at the Capital Commons Garage, located directly across the street on Storrs Street, and is recommended for guest convenience. Limited street parking is also available near the venue.

PLEASE NOTE: We are a CASHLESS facility. We accept all debit/credit card payments.

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