Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in Mexico, but not as widely as in the United States. In Puebla, the day is observed with military parades, battle reenactments and other events.

“Cinco de Mayo’s purpose was to function as a bridge” between the United States and Mexican cultures, according to José Alamillo, professor of ethnic studies at Washington State University ...

Monday is Cinco de Mayo, in Mexico a relatively minor holiday, but in the United States, an excuse to indulge in margaritas, cervezas or beer, guacamole and tacos.

Cinco de Mayo was first celebrated in the United States in 1863 in Southern California. It's not considered a federal holiday, but became a national holiday in the U.S. in 2005.

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.

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.

by: Natalie Sierra Posted: May 2, 2025 / 09:51 AM PDT Updated: May 2, 2025 / 09:51 AM PDT (FOX40.COM) — Cinco de Mayo is a popular Mexican holiday, celebrated throughout the United States and ...

AUSTIN, Texas — Cinco de Mayo festivities are taking place across the U.S. with music, tacos, tequila and colorful displays of Mexican culture — even if they're not always the most authentic ...

It’s unclear if the current administration will acknowledge Cinco de Mayo — designated a holiday in Mexico but not in the United States. The Associated Press sent an email to the White House ...

It's unclear if the current administration will acknowledge Cinco de Mayo — designated a holiday in Mexico but not in the United States. The Associated Press sent an email to the White House ...

It’s unclear if the current administration will acknowledge Cinco de Mayo — designated a holiday in Mexico but not in the United States. The Associated Press sent an email to the White House ...

It's unclear if the current administration will acknowledge Cinco de Mayo — designated a holiday in Mexico but not in the United States. The Associated Press sent an email to the White House ...