FREE Cinco de Mayo Scavenger Hunt Printable

Cinco de Mayo is a festive celebration filled with culture, delicious food, and fun activities for kids and families. If you’re looking for an engaging and interactive way to celebrate, our FREE Cinco De Mayo scavenger hunt printable is the perfect addition to your party or classroom activities!

So, whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or hosting a party, this free printable scavenger hunt will add excitement and learning to your Cinco De Mayo festivities.

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How to Set Up A Cinco de Mayo Scavenger Hunt?

Setting up this scavenger hunt is simple and hassle-free.

All you need to get started is to follow these easy steps below:

1. Download & Print the Scavenger Hunt PDF – Grab your free printable scavenger hunt sheet and print enough copies for each kid or team.

2. Prepare the Area – You can play this game indoors or outdoors. You get to decide! Hide some of the items (if possible) around your home, backyard, or classroom. If you can’t hide real objects such as a guitar, maracas, or cactus. You can print pictures of these and hide them. Alternatively, you can encourage your kids or guests to find them in books or decorations.

3. Set a Time Limit – Depending on the number of players and their ages, you can set a timer for added excitement. Alternatively, you can let everyone take their time searching.

4. Gather Supplies – Make sure each child or guest has their scavenger hunt sheet and pen, pencil, crayons, etc to mark off found items.

How to Play the Cinco de Mayo Scavenger Hunt?

This scavenger hunt is going to be so much fun!

Here are some suggested ways you can consider to make this scavenger hunt extra fun:

Start the Search – Once everyone is ready, announce “Go!” and let the scavenger hunt begin!

Find the Items – Players are instructed to search and find the following festive items: tomatoes, tacos, salsa, maracas, sombrero, flowers, avocados, hot peppers, pinata, etc.

Mark the Items – Remind your guests or kids that when they find an item on the scavenger hunt, they need to check it off, color it in, or write down where they saw it.

Celebrate the Winners – The first person (or team) to find all the items wins! You can give out small prizes like stickers and treats, or simply enjoy a big “¡Olé!” together.

Saying “¡Olé!” sure as heck sounds fun to me!

More Fun Cinco de Mayo Activities for Kids

Want to make your Cinco de Mayo celebration even more exciting?

Here are some additional activities you can consider playing alongside the scavenger hunt:

1. Make DIY Maracas – Guide your kids to create their own maracas using plastic eggs, rice, and spoons. Fill the plastic egg with rice or beans, place it between two plastic spoons, and tape them together. Then, decorate with markers, stickers, or colorful tape!

2. Taco Bar for Kids – Set up a DIY taco bar where kids can create their own tacos with different toppings like cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and guacamole. Let them explore different flavors and learn about Mexican cuisine. My kids love a Taco bar. I bet yours will, too!

3. Piñata Fun – I’m sure you would agree that no Cinco de Mayo party is complete without a piñata! Fill a piñata with candies and small toys, then let kids take turns trying to break it open.

4. Colorful Papel Picado Craft – Create beautiful papel Picado banners using tissue paper and scissors. Fold the paper, cut out fun designs, and string them up as decorations!

5. Cinco de Mayo Storytime – Read kid-friendly books about Cinco de Mayo to teach children about its history and significance. Some great options include Cinco de Mouse-O! by Judy Cox and Marco’s Cinco de Mayo by Lisa Bullard.

6. Pin the Tail on the Donkey – Your kiddos will love taking turns trying to pin a tail onto a picture of a donkey while blindfolded. It’s a fun and laughter-filled activity perfect for celebrations like Cinco de Mayo!

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Free Cinco de Mayo Scavenger Hunt Printable (6 downloads )

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Cinco de Mayo Free Scavenger Hunt Printable

Cinco de Mayo is a fantastic opportunity to engage your kids, friends, and families in fun and meaningful activities while learning about Mexican culture and traditions.

Whether you’re playing the scavenger hunt, crafting colorful decorations, or enjoying a taco feast, these activities will make your celebration extra special.

Download your free scavenger hunt printable today and create lasting memories with your family, friends, or students.

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

Free Cinco de Mayo Scavenger Hunt Printable (6 downloads )

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