Cinco de Mayo 2024: All You Need to Know

When is Cinco de Mayo in 2024?

This year, Cinco de Mayo falls on Sunday, May 5th, 2024.

Is there a Cinco de Mayo parade in NYC in 2024?

Yes, the Cinco de Mayo Parade NYC 2024 will take place on Sunday, May 5th, 2024. The parade will feature traditional Mexican folk characters such as chinelos and tecuanes ballet.

What is the history of Cinco de Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862. While Cinco de Mayo is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, it is widely celebrated in the United States.