It’s time for Cinco De Mayo! This holiday, not to be confused with Mexican Independence Day, means the “fifth of May” in Spanish. This is an annual celebration held on May 5. Celebrated in both the United States and Mexico this holiday commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the heavily favored French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. In Puebla it is actually called El Dia de la Batalla de Puebla, or The Day of the Battle of Puebla. Mexican Americans also observe the holiday as a source of pride. It is an opportunity to honor their ethnicity.
Holiday Freebies for Cinco De Mayo
In the United States the holiday began to gain popularity in the 1940’s. By the 1980’s Cinco de Mayo started to become the holiday as we recognize it today. It’s popularity can be traced to both the rise of the Latino population in the United States and product marketers, especially beer and liquor companies. Today the holiday has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and is especially popular in areas with large Mexican-American populations. You are sure to find Cinco de Mayo events wherever you live. Check out what we have listed below.
Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant – Celebrate 5 days of Cinco de Mayo with drink specials, giveaways, contest, fundraisers, and activities for kids.
Baja Fresh – Have Baja Fresh cater your event and get a free appetizer and dessert with a $100 catering order.
Chevy’s Fresh Mex – Drink specials all day and get two free kids meal with every one adult entree Tuesday, May 5.
Moe’s Southwest Grill – Sign up for the Moe’s email and get a free cup of Queso.
On the Border Mexican Grill – Join the club Cantina and get a free Queso or Sopapillas.
Amazon – Shop anything Cinco De Mayo. Whether it’s clothes, books, or music there’s something for everyone on Amazon for Cinco de Mayo.
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