Before Cinco de Mayo became associated with tacos and margaritas, the day served as a reminder of Mexico's triumph over the French in the Battle of Puebla. Here's what to know about the holiday.

Cinco de Mayo is May 5, 2025. Here's what to know about the history of the holiday. Story by Katie Wiseman, Amaris Encinas and Amanda Lee Myers, USA TODAY NETWORK • 2mo ...

Today, Monday, May 5, 2025, is Cinco de Mayo. The day is often celebrated in the United States by enjoying Mexican food and drinks, parades or dances. Though for some Cinco de Mayo is an excuse to ...

This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on Monday, May 5. While Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico's resilience and bravery in the face of strife, the holiday has also become, for some, an excuse to party.

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, celebrated on May 5th, marks Mexico's victory over France in 1862. In the U.S., it’s a festive celebration of Mexican culture.

Cinco de Mayo festivities are taking place across the U.S. with music, tacos, tequila and colorful displays of Mexican culture — even if they're not always the most authentic.

Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the fifth of May and is celebrated on May 5, is a holiday recognizing when the Mexican army claimed victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco ...

In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where the historic Battle of Puebla took place. It commemorates the Mexican victory over the French empire on May 5, 1862.

Cinco de Mayo, celebrated on May 5th, marks Mexico's victory over France in 1862. In the U.S., it’s a festive celebration of Mexican culture.

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in St. Paul's West Side neighborhood Some cities canceled Cinco de Mayo celebrations this spring because of fear over immigration crackdowns, but not Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Cinco de Mayo, celebrated on May 5th, marks Mexico's victory over France in 1862. In the U.S., it’s a festive celebration of Mexican culture.