Texas Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Because Texas was once part of Mexico, the state has a long-standing Mexican heritage and follows many Mexican traditions, including celebrating the popular Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo. Although many people believe this is strictly a border-region phenomenon, towns across the state hold festivals to celebrate Mexico's most famous military victory.

In San Marcos, the Viva! Cinco de Mayo festival features a statewide Menudo cook-off, a parade, Miss Cinco de Mayo pageant, folklorico dance performances and more. This year's Viva! Cinco de Mayo festival is set for May 2-4.

The Capitol City will also be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with the several celebrations throughout Austin, from May 2-5.

Of course, perhaps no other town in Texas is as closely linked to the state's Mexican heritage as San Antonio. This year, the Alamo City has a variety of celebrations for Cinco de Mayo slated to be held at historic Market Square May 2-5.

These are but a few of the Cinco de Mayo festivals scheduled for 2008. However, no matter where you find yourself in the Lone Star State on May 5, it's a safe bet there will be a celebration nearby.