Cinco De Mayo commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Unfortunately, the French defeated the Mexican army later during the Second Battle of Puebla and occupied Mexico City. Following the Civil War, America began lending money and weapons to the Mexican liberals. This helped defeat France and Mexican Conservatives. In 1866, Napoleon III withdrew troops from Mexico.
Cinco De Mayo has become a celebration of Mexican-American culture. Each year, we celebrate with festivals, great music, fantastic food, and maybe a few beers or cocktails! Fun Fact: Cinco De Mayo generates beer sales on par with the Super Bowl!
Here is where you can celebrate Cinco De Mayo today in SWFL!
Naples | Bonita Springs | Estero | Fort Myers
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Cinco De Mayo in Naples
Cinco de Mayo at Stevie Tomato’s
Cinco De Mayo in Bonita Springs
Cinco De Mayo at Maria’s Restaurant
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at The Center Bar
Cinco De Mayo in Estero
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at El Nido
Cinco De Mayo at Tacos & Tequila Cantina
Cinco De Mayo in Fort Myers
Cinco De Mayo Celebration in Downtown Fort Myers
Cinco De Mayo at Point Ybel Brewing
Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Fort Myers Brewing
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Gulf Coast Town Center
Cinco De Mayo at Remedies Parlor
Cinco De Mayo Festivities at Coastal Dayz Brewery
Cinco De Mayo Party at Nauti Parrot Oasis
Cinco De Mayo Rooftop Party w DJ JC
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