By Rima Butto

Sometimes, when it comes to parties, how you choose to revel is a matter of taste. So, in honor of the one day of the year on which it’s socially acceptable to run around town in a giant sombrero and get blasted on tequila on a weekday (a Monday no less), we’ve ranked your Cinco de Mayo options in terms of spice: from mild to might have to sign a waver.

MILD

Almost Margaritas at J.P. Licks

OK, this is less of a party than a tasty treat but, hey, call it a party in your mouth. J.P. Licks is unveiling two appropriately themed flavors that you can sample for the rest of the month: frozen margarita sorbet and avocado ice cream. jplicks.com

MEDIUM

Telemundo takes the Beehive

The always-buzzing South End bistro celebrates the fifth with the help of Telemundo star Veronica Robles and her mariachi band, whose music diners can enjoy while sipping tequila cocktails and digging into Mexican-inspired dishes. Food and drink are served from 5 pm to 1 am; live music s ongoing from 8 pm to midnight. Reservations are recommended.
The Beehive, 541 Tremont St., Boston | 617-423-0069 | beehiveboston.com

HOT

Score cool swag at Border Café

Why limit the fiesta to just one day? Border Café in Harvard Square starts early this evening, and extends the celebration through the weekend, for which they’ll be raffling off the weird and varied items that hang from the restaurant’s ceiling. Lucky diners can score metal coolers, beach chairs or even a bike (but don’t drink tequila and drive, er, pedal), and everyone can enjoy samples of Corona, Dos Equis and Jose Cuervo on Friday through Sunday.
Border Café, 32 Church St., Cambridge | 617-864-6100 | bordercafe.com

EXTRA HOT

Fajitas & ‘Ritas’ 25^th Anniversary Block Party

Things heat up on Saturday as Fajitas & ‘Ritas celebrates 25years in business by barricading off West Street and the adjacent parking lot to throw an old school neighborhood block party. Read: great street food, cheap drinks, cool bands and an appearance by the Rev Girls. The 21+ fiesta from 6 to 9:30 pm.
Fajitas & ‘Ritas, 25 West St., Boston | 617-426-1222 | fajitasandritas.com

MUY CALIENTE!!

Mojitos does Cinco de Mayo

Get into the true Mexican spirit(s) at Mojitos, where you can start your night at 9 with a salsa lesson ($10), followed by a five-tequila tasting at 10 (call for price) and a margarita making class ($10) where you can enjoy your Patrón creation. Then, dance the night away while enjoying food and, um, more tequila, with drink specials. The party rages Thursday through Saturday, with the tequila tasting and margarita class offered on Friday and Saturday only. $10 cover.
Mojitos Lounge, 48 Winter St., Boston | 617-834-0552 | mojitosboston.com

Drinko de Mayo at Howl at the Moon

The dueling piano bar makes May 5^th a Monday Funday with specials on Dos Equis and Jose Cuervo shots. True warriors can opt for a massive 86 ounce Mega Margarita that’s being offered for $20 (friends to share it with not included). The party kicks off at 4 pm, because, why not?
Howl at the Moon, 184 High St., Boston | 617-292-4695 | howlatthemoon.com