The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

The area's chamber of commerce on Monday issued a statement confirming its commitment to the Sunday, September 14th parade ...

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 ...

Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken as Mexico’s Independence Day Despite widespread belief, this festive date ...

What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate? Brush up on its rich history and modern traditions. (And no, it's not Mexico's ...

The Greater OKC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's third Cinco de Mayo Festival in Scissortail Park is set for 3 to 10 p.m. May 2 ...

Mexico gained its independence from Spain. The Mexican War of Independence ... and many people think it is Mexico's Independence Day, which is false. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on ...

Restaurants across the country have deals on food, drink and more for Cinco de Mayo; here is where to go in California.

Often confused for Mexican Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo instead marks the ... Naval forces from France, Britain and Spain were sent to Veracruz, Mexico. While Mexico was able to negotiate ...

Officially, it commemorates the day in 1862 when the Mexican army ... 16, and marks the start of the war of Mexican independence from Spain. In the U.S., the celebration includes tons of deals ...