La Condesa's Cinco de Mayo; Independence at Barley Swine

DOWNTOWN — It's time for La Condesa's third annual Cinco de Mayo block party: on May 5 from 5:00 to 10:00 they're shutting down West Second between San Antonio and Guadalupe for the tequila- and taco-fueled festivities. After 10:00, the party will move up to Malverde. [La Condesa / Facebook]

SOUTH LAMAR — Barley Swine is hosting a dinner paired with beers from Independence on May 2. $75 gets you six courses from newly-minted Food & Wine Best New Chef Bryce Gilmore; reservations are, for once, recommended. 512.394.8150 [Eaterwire]