Cinco de Mayo – Spanish for the fifth of May – is the annual celebration commemorating the Mexican Army’s victory over the French empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. It shouldn’t be confused with Mexico’s Independence Day, which is Sept. 16.
In the United States, the day has become associated with a celebration of Mexican-American culture. Here’s a roundup of Cinco de Mayo parties happening around this region Thursday through Sunday, May 2-5. Events are free unless otherwise noted.
LATIN MUSIC CONCERT
» Where: First Baptist Church, 311 N. Thornton Ave., Dalton, Ga.
» When: 6 p.m. Thursday