Cinco de Mayo has once again returned on the calendar.
Often mistaken for Mexico鈥檚 Independence Day (Sept. 16), annual Cinco de Mayo festivals are now more associated with a celebration of Mexican-American culture, as in the U.S. than in Mexico.
While Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army鈥檚 victory over the French Empire on May 5, 1862, it has been widely celebrated in North America as an appreciation of Mexican culture and communities.
In 2016, there were about in the Okanagan Valley.
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In 91大黄鸭, Cinco de Mayo events can be found throughout the city. Here are a few:
Red Bird Brewing:
- Surf Side California food truck
- Live music
- 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cinco de Mayo celebration at this Sunday.
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El Taquero:
- Tacos, margaritas, and cervezas
- 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Canadian Brewhouse and Grill:
- Grub, drinks, dress-ups
- 4 p.m. to 2 p.m.
More events in
鈥� Mack Britton (@MackBrittonBC)
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