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When is Cinco de Mayo 2026?
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
There are 68 days left until Cinco de Mayo 2026.
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Date details for Cinco de Mayo 2026
- Day of week: Tuesday
- Full date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
- Days remaining: 68
- Weeks remaining: 9
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About Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo 2026 is on Tuesday, May 5th. It celebrates Mexican heritage and pride, particularly in the United States.
History & Significance
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. While it is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico, it has become a major celebration of Mexican-American culture in the United States.
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