Cinco de Mayo (Mexican Spanish: [ˈsiŋko ðe ˈmaʝo]; Spanish for 'Fifth of May') is an annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico 's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla …

Cinco de Mayo, holiday celebrated on May 5 in parts of Mexico and the United States in honor of a military victory over the French forces of Napoleon III in 1862, known as the Battle of Puebla.

Oct 23, 2009 · Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War.

Apr 26, 2024 · Here's why Cinco de Mayo is a significant date in Mexican history, and it has nothing to do with margaritas or Mexican Independence Day.

Apr 24, 2025 · When is Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo occurs annually on May 5 in the United States. In 2025, it will be celebrated on a Monday. It is not a public holiday, and businesses have normal hours.

May 5, 2025 · Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the 5th of May, has become associated with tacos and margaritas, but the holiday is about so much more than that.

Apr 23, 2025 · Ever wondered when Cinco de Mayo is and why it's celebrated? Discover the date, its history, and fun ways to join the festivities right here!

May 6, 2025 · Here’s a look at the celebration and its roots. What the day celebrates Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the …

May 5, 2025 · In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is a day of remembrance, commemorating Mexico’s victory over the French during the 1862 Battle of Puebla.

May 4, 2024 · Cinco de Mayo is celebrated on May 5 every year, the day Mexico won over the Second French Empire in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.