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Sep 15, 2022 · Sept. 16 marks the day when Miguel Hidalgo called for independence from Spain in 1810. Mexico's fight for independence was different than the United States' Revolutionary War. Mexican...
Overview of holidays and many observances in Mexico during the year 2022.
Sep 16, 2024 · In Mexico, Sept. 15 and 16 are dates that go hand in hand when commemorating the fight for independence. On the night of Sept. 15, the traditional "Grito de Independencia," which translates...
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Sep 16, 2022 · Mexican Independence Day 2022: What is the history of the day and how is it celebrated? Several countries in Central and South America mark independence days during Hispanic Heritage Month...
- Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) When: November 1st & 2nd. One of the most unique and well-known Mexican holidays, the Day of the Dead is a time to remember and honor loved ones who have left us.
- Cinco de Mayo. When: 5th May. Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s independence day (that would be September 16th). Instead, it commemorates the country’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
- Mexican Independence Day. When: 15th & 16th September. This Mexican holiday commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence. On September 15th night, Mexicans commemorate their independence with colorful fireworks, festivals, and parties.
- Semana Santa and Pascua. When: the week before Easter Sunday. Semana Santa, which translates to mean Holy Week, is a religious holiday that commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Feb 29, 2024 · Independence Day (Día de la Independencia) When: September 16 About: After El Grito the night before, Independence Day in Mexico is marked in a spectacular celebration of sound, light, and color. Expect street parties, fireworks, flowers, and lots of flags across the country. Read more: Independence Day in Mexico: The Tale Behind the Fight for ...
Sep 15, 2022 · Every year on 16 September, Mexicans at home and across the world gather to celebrate their country’s independence from colonial rule more than two centuries ago.
