Reality check: Cinco de Mayo — or, in English, May 5 — marks a Mexican victory over France 50 years after Mexico's independence. Mexico's Independence Day is celebrated on Sept. 16.

Keep reading to find out how May 5 became synonymous with tacos and tequila and why it's just plain annoying in the US. Cinco de Mayo is not a Mexican Fourth of July — but many Americans don't ...

Republic Bank is sponsoring a great day of celebration, golf, and community on Cinco de Mayo May 5 at St. Andrews Golf and Country Club in West Chicago. Event proceeds benefit the Mexican Cultural ...

The Cinco de Mayo Buffet will take place on Friday, May 5th from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m and is priced at $85 per person. Lost Boy Dry Goods partners with Cenote Tequila and Monopolio Lager Clara ...

The best part: admission is free! Ounces Taproom and Beer Garden is hosting a Cinco de Mayo party on Sunday, May 5. The Whateke Mexican Food Truck will be there from 12-6 p.m. and Mexican beers ...

and flavors of Mexico as the 38th Annual Portland Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, presented by Toyota, returns to Tom McCall Waterfront Park from May 2nd to May 5th, 2025. This beloved Portland tradition ...