Cinco de Mayo 2027 is on Wednesday, May 5, 2027. In 2026 it was on a Tuesday.
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Cinco de Mayo dates
Year
Cinco de Mayo (May 5)
Weekday
2026
May 5, 2026
Tuesday
2027
May 5, 2027
Wednesday
2028
May 5, 2028
Friday
2029
May 5, 2029
Saturday
2030
May 5, 2030
Sunday
How the date works
Cinco de Mayo means the fifth of May. The date is fixed, only the weekday changes.
It marks the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
It is not Mexico’s Independence Day, which is September 16. It is mainly celebrated in the state of Puebla and, with parties and food, in the United States.
It is not a federal holiday in the US, so banks and offices are open as normal.
FAQ
What day is Cinco de Mayo in 2027?
Wednesday, May 5, 2027.
What day was Cinco de Mayo in 2026?
Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
What day is Cinco de Mayo in 2028?
Friday, May 5, 2028.
What day is Cinco de Mayo in 2029?
Saturday, May 5, 2029.
Is Cinco de Mayo Mexican Independence Day?
No. Mexican Independence Day is September 16. Cinco de Mayo marks the Battle of Puebla in 1862.