cinco de mayo

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Across Texas

May 4, 2021 | By Amanda Ogle

While it’s not a major holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo has become a widely celebrated occasion across the United States, especially in Texas.

Find the Roots of Cinco de Mayo in the Story of Ignacio Zaragoza

April 30, 2020 | By Gene Fowler

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Texas in 2019

May 3, 2019 | By TH Staff

Across the Lone Star state, cities are gearing up to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with parades, live mariachi music, traditional Mexican foods, and more. The holiday—which commemorates Mexico’s unlikely victory over invading French forces during the Battle of Puebla in 1862—is an integral part of the culture of Texas, which was once part of Mexico from 1821-1836. While the meaning of the holiday these days can easily be lost (our neighbors to the south primarily commemorate the battle through military ceremonies), Texans use the day to celebrate Mexican-American culture.

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Texas

May 3, 2017 | By

Across the Lone Star state, cities are gearing up to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with parades, live mariachi music, traditional Mexican foods, and more.

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Food

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Tex-Mex Enchiladas

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Save the Date

December 29, 2008 | By Nora McKey

There’s no limit to the number of things a group of motivated Texans can dream up to celebrate.

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