Cinco de Mayo

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¡Viva el cinco de mayo!


	A Date of Great Importance Cinco De Mayo festivities in Mexico include colorful parades, bullfights, reenactments of the 1862 battle, mariachi music, folk dancing, cultural festivals, dancing and feasts, and plenty of drinking.


	Where Cinco de Mayo Originated Many people wrongly believe that May 5 is Mexico's Independence Day. But it does represent the fight for freedom everywhere. ¿Comprendes español? Haz clic para leer el artículo en la lengua de México.


	Decorations and Food Make the Fiesta About's Entertaining Guide offers ideas for both the food and the décor to make for a memorable Mexican celebration. Resources for Mexican-style entertaining.

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Forums Spanish Language Celebrating Cinco de Mayo "Some of the celebrations seem to be a display of ethnic pride; others seem to be an excuse to market alcohol and various products."		Near You: Local Resources Find information on Cinco de Mayo in your area here. GO!

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