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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 has become a day to celebrate Mexican heritage, especially in the U.S., but historically, the holiday celebrates Mexico's triumph over France.
But Cinco de Mayo is also an important day in Mexico's history and commemorates Mexican American culture in the United States. Here's everything to know about Cinco de Mayo 2025.
Cinco de Mayo has become a day to celebrate Mexican heritage, especially in the U.S., but historically, the holiday celebrates Mexico's triumph over France.
What to know about Cinco de Mayo 2025, and where the holiday came from. The holiday, often confused with Mexican Independence Day, commemorates a Mexican army victory over the French.
In the United States, Cinco De Mayo is a big party to celebrate Mexican-American culture. WGNO's Kenny Lopez gives us a preview of Cinco De Mayo Fest in Lafreniere Park tonight.