Cinco de Mayo
A celebration of Mexican American culture held in the US on 5 May, recalling the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
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OrganiserLibrary of Congress (reference)
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1866
About the day
Cinco de Mayo marks the Mexican army's win over French forces at Puebla and is not Mexican Independence Day, which falls on 16 September. The Library of Congress traces US celebrations back to 1866, and today they feature food, music and dance.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 5 May 2027 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 5 May 2028 | USA | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 5 May 2029 | USA | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
- Library of Congress, The Roots of Cinco de Mayo
- Library of Congress Law blog, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day
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