Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla. In the United States the date is seen as a celebration of Mexican ...

Cinco de Mayo honors a historic victory As communities celebrate with music, food, and tradition, local historians remind us that Cinco de Mayo marks the 1862 Battle of Puebla—an enduring symbol ...

Monday is Cinco de Mayo and western Massachusetts residents made plans to celebrate locally.

Little Village, which markets itself as the “Mexican capital of the Midwest” was to have held its annual Cinco de Mayo parade Monday, but it was canceled over fears of deportations.

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.

Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla.

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.

Cinco de Mayo festivities are taking place across the U.S. with music, tacos and tequila flowing.

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in 2025: Its history and meaning On Cinco de Mayo, learn about this day of remembrance — and how and where it’s celebrated now.