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Cinco de Mayo falls on May 5 every year
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When exactly is Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo falls on May 5 every year. The live counter above shows exactly how many days, hours, minutes and seconds remain until the next one, worked out in your own time zone.
Cinco de Mayo, on May 5, commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Contrary to popular belief, it is not Mexico’s Independence Day — that is September 16.
The holiday is actually celebrated more widely in the United States than in Mexico, as a broader celebration of Mexican-American culture with parades, music and food.
Upcoming dates
| Year | Date | Day of week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | May 5, 2027 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | May 5, 2028 | Friday |
| 2029 | May 5, 2029 | Saturday |
| 2030 | May 5, 2030 | Sunday |
| 2031 | May 5, 2031 | Monday |
Frequently asked questions
When is Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo falls on May 5 every year.
Is Cinco de Mayo Mexico's Independence Day?
No. Mexican Independence Day is September 16, marking the 1810 call to arms against Spanish rule. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla against France, and in Mexico it is mainly observed in the state of Puebla.
How we calculate this
The countdown runs live in your browser and updates every second against your device clock, so it is always correct for your own timezone. The target is the next occurrence of Cinco de Mayo (Cinco de Mayo falls on May 5 every year). Dates for fixed holidays follow the civil calendar; dates for moveable events are taken from the official published dates listed on this page.