In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where the historic Battle of Puebla took place. It commemorates the Mexican victory over the French empire on May 5, 1862.

On Cinco de Mayo 2024, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance—and how and where it’s celebrated now.

Cinco de Mayo, celebrated on May 5th, marks Mexico's victory over France in 1862. In the U.S., it’s a festive celebration of Mexican culture.

For many people, May 5th represents Cinco de Mayo, a celebration of Mexican heritage. However, despite its popularity in the U.S., the holiday is largely misunderstood, and unfortunately, often ...

Celorio: Even though Cinco de Mayo isn’t a major holiday here in Mexico, I love that it has become such a great occasion in the U.S., and in other countries to recognize and celebrate Mexico's ...

Jaime Celorio, CEO of Ambhar Tequila: Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla (the Mexican Army’s victory over France), but it’s really not a major holiday here in Mexico.

Cinco de Mayo - which literally translates to “May 5″ - is not Mexican Independence Day, which is celebrated on Sept. 16, and marks the start of the war of Mexican independence from Spain.

Cinco de Mayo 2023 is one of the "holy grails," falling on a Friday — when most people don't need to work the next day. Leap Year Day in 2024 means that year's holiday jumps straight to Sunday.

On Cinco de Mayo 2024, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance—and how and where it’s celebrated now.

On Cinco de Mayo, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance — and how and where it’s celebrated now Published May 3, 2022 • Updated on May 5, 2023 at 6 ...