People across the Bay Area celebrated Cinco de Mayo on Monday. For many, the day is about more than just a party. It’s a chance to celebrate Mexican culture and history.

Cinco de Mayo became a 'drinking' holiday in the U.S. in the 1980s, when beer companies targeted the Spanish-speaking population in marketing campaigns, according to Time.

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 festivities are taking place across the U.S. with music, tacos and tequila flowing. While most celebrations occurred over the weekend, Monday offers history lessons and festivals to ...

This year, the holiday falls on Monday, May 5, 2025. Cinco de Mayo History and Origins The Battle of Puebla, commemorated by Cinco de Mayo, has come to symbolize Mexican resistance to foreign ...

Celebrated annually, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the Second French Empire, led by Napoleon III, at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, hence the name.

“Since then we’ve seen a shift to more commercialization and commodification and mockery over the years,” Mota Casper said. “I think that has a lot to do with the commercialization of products and ...

AUSTIN, Texas 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.

“Since then we’ve seen a shift to more commercialization and commodification and mockery over the years,” Mota Casper said. “I think that has a lot to do with the commercialization of products and ...

The Cinco de Mayo fiestas are ready to go. The Mexican flags, mariachis and sombreros will be out at participating restaurants, where there are sure to be great deals on your favorite dishes and ...