Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5 each year, but the holiday isn't as popular in Mexico as it is in the U.S. Skip to main content Open Main Menu Navigation ...

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that ironically is celebrated more in the United States than it is in Mexico. It is often celebrated with Mexican cuisine, music and festivals.

Texans celebrate “Cinco” because a Texan led Mexico’s victory. This year, look for rib-eye tacos, conjunto or an obscenely large margarita.

Cinco de Mayo celebrates an unlikely battle victory for Mexico. Here’s the history. Although the Mexican military triumph in Puebla was not able to stop the advance of the French army, it was ...