CHICAGO (WLS) -- Holy galloping guacamole! This Saturday is both "Cinco de Mayo" and the Kentucky Derby.
The two events happen on the same day only once every seven years.
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It's double the fun this weekend, and there's a lot going on for the whole family. Family lifestyle expert Donna Bozzo stopped by ABC7 studios with fun ideas for everyone this weekend.
Fun ideas around town:
- Run in the Cinco de Miler at Montrose Harbor
- National Museum of Mexican Art
- Opening weekend at Arlington Race Track
- Take kids horseback riding at Fitzjoy Farm in Orland Park
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Things to do at home:
- Make your own maracas
- Make your own Cinco de Mayo ponchos
- Make your own derby hats and derby bow ties
- Make your own broom stick horse
- Start your own rose garden
- "Derbys" vs "Cincos" kickball game
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Donna's new book "Fidget Busters" hits store shelves this fall. It's all about sensory toys that have spiked in popularity for kids.