Cinco de Mayo festival on Palafox Street from Garden to Government Streets on Sunday, May 5, from noon till dusk when the festivities will end with a fireworks display. The event will bring authentic flavors, sights and sounds of Mexico to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and the pride of community. Childrens activities, dance and soccer (futbol) skills contests, face painting, live music, cultural performances and other activities are part of the revelry. Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for the Fifth of May) is a holiday observed regionally in Mexico, but mostly in the State of Puebla where it is called El Dia de la Batalla de Puebla (Spanish for The Day of the Battle of Puebla). Though some mistake the holiday for Mexicos Independence Day which is celebrated on September 16, the date actually commemorates the defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 by a small, poorly equipped Mexican community. The holiday is also observed in the U.S. as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend!
Downtown
Palafox Street between Garden and Government Streets
Pensacola, FL 32501
Palafox Street between Garden and Government Streets
Pensacola, FL 32501
Admission: FREE
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