SAN ANTONIO – ¡Celebramos Cinco de Mayo!
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Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s victory over France on May 5, 1862. The smaller Mexican Army was able to defeat the enormous French Army at the Battle of Puebla.
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day. Mexico celebrates their Independence Day on Sept. 16.
Traditional celebrations for Cinco de Mayo include parades, Mariachi musical performances and street festivals.
It is also thought to be the biggest day for margarita sales all year.
As of July 1, 2014, Hispanics accounted for 17 percent of the entire U.S. population.
The largest concentration of Mexican-origin residents is in Los Angeles, where the biggest U.S. Cinco de Mayo celebration takes place.
Free tacos
Taco Bell is serving crunchy tacos for $1 on Thursday along with $1 drinks all day to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Taco Cabana is following up with a hangover cure. Print or show the coupon below at any Taco Cabana on May 6 to receive a free breakfast taco.
Fun facts
1. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated more widely in the U.S. than in Mexico.
2. May 5 is not a federal holiday in Mexico.
3. The California Avocado Commission reports that Americans consume more than 81 million pounds of avocados on Cinco de Mayo.
4. Three-hundred-thousand people are expected to attend the Festival de Fiesta Broadway on May 5 in Los Angeles this year.
Down on Broadway
The Mad Marlin is featuring baja tacos and chamoy margaritas for their Cinco de Mayo celebration.
The Hangar Bar & Grill will be serving street tacos and margarita mini pitchers.
Across the street, Rebar will have specials on several Mexican beers including Dos Equis and Corona.
Around town
The city of Olmos Park is hosting a Fiesta Frolic on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. at Alameda Circle. There will be special entertainment, drinks and catering by Panchito’s.