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Published on May 03, 2024
Portland Rolls Out 'Safe Ride Home' Discounts for Cinco de Mayo FestivitiesSource: Portland.gov

In a move to curb impaired driving as Portland's gearing up for Cinco de Mayo, the city is rolling out a Safe Ride Home event, and it's offering significant discounts on rides from services like taxis, Uber, and Lyft. 

Starting today through Sunday, revelers can snag a coupon worth up to $20 off a taxi ride, or $10 off an Uber or Lyft fare, but there's a catch — these deals are only to be used within Portland city limits, and the rides must begin strictly between 5:00 P.M. and midnight. According to the city's official event page, the Safe Ride Home coupons are valid for all three nights of the Cinco de Mayo weekend, but they're available only while supplies last. If you're opting for a taxi, Radio Cab's your go-to, and scoring the deal is as simple as entering a promo code specific to each day — "Safefiesta3rd", "Safefiesta4th", and "Safefiesta5th" on their respective dates.

For the rideshare savvy, Uber and Lyft are in on the action too. People can avail of a discount of $10 off one ride by using "PDXCINCO24" in the Lyft app or by following specific Uber links for each day. For people aiming to attend the Portland Cinco de Mayo Fiesta on the waterfront, these discounted trips promise an affordable and safe way to do just that. The promotion extends to both companies for each night of the celebration.

Local public transportation is also standing by to safely ferry folks around the city. TriMet beckons celebrants, with its buses, MAX light rail, and Portland Streetcar all ready to serve those opting for communal travel. With an array of options at one's disposal, the city's message is clear: Enjoy the fiesta, but do so responsibly.