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Cinco de Mayo Countdown
Not Mexican independence — the underdog battle of Puebla.
How many days until Cinco de Mayo?Live countdown to Cinco de Mayo 2027
Wednesday · May 5, 2027
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About Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over French forces at Puebla in 1862. In the United States it has evolved into a broad celebration of Mexican-American culture.
Cinco de Mayo dates 2027–2030
| Year | Weekday | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday | May 5, 2027 |
| 2028 | Friday | May 5, 2028 |
| 2029 | Saturday | May 5, 2029 |
| 2030 | Sunday | May 5, 2030 |
Cinco de Mayo facts
- Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico's victory at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
- It is NOT Mexican Independence Day — that's September 16.
- The battle: 2,000 Mexican soldiers under Ignacio Zaragoza held off 6,000 French troops.
- Cinco de Mayo is celebrated more enthusiastically in the US than in most of Mexico.
When is Cinco de Mayo 2027?
Cinco de Mayo 2027 falls on Wednesday, May 5, 2027.
How many days until Cinco de Mayo 2027?
The live countdown above shows the exact time remaining, ticking in your local timezone. The table on this page lists exact dates through 2030.
Is the countdown accurate?
Yes — the clock runs in your browser against your device's clock and timezone, updating every second.