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 events across Kansas City bring families together to celebrate Mexican culture, unity and heritage.

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.

When people hear Cinco de Mayo, they picture margaritas and mariachi bands. But for me, a Black gay man, descended from enslaved Africans Cinco de Mayo isn’t a party. It’s a battle cry.

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.

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — 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 ...

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.