At Texans Can Academies, we embrace diversity and multiculturalism, and Cinco de Mayo provides a wonderful opportunity to educate and celebrate together. Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Sunday, May 5 in 2024, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day. Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage.