Cinco de Mayo Celebrations Honor Culture Across U.S.

Cinco de Mayo celebrations across the U.S. this year showcased the diversity and vibrancy of Latino and Mexican cultures through community events, music, dance, and food. In Sioux Falls, the Falls Park Fiesta offered family-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and a dog fashion show, while supporting local Latino communities through Caminando Juntos. Southern California's Boyle Heights marked the day with mariachi performances, traditional dances, and artisan booths, emphasizing Mexican cultural heritage. St. Louis celebrated with a chamber music concert featuring Latin American-inspired compositions that highlighted both Mexican influence and broader pan-Latin American connections. In Iowa, Fort Madison—home to the state's oldest Mexican community—hosted its first Cinco de Mayo event with live performances, kids' activities, and food, supporting tourism and cultural programming. Collectively, these festivities reflected both the historical roots and contemporary significance of Cinco de Mayo in diverse American communities.