Cinco de Mayo Festival

The largest and most important Mexican celebration in the Midwest takes place the weekend of May 7th through the 9th in the heart of Chicago's Little Village neighborhood (26th Street and Kostner). Celebrating its 21st year in 2010, Cinco de Mayo Festival (Cinco de Mayo Festival) is a grand community gala that commemorates Mexico's independence from Spanish rule (or "Dia de la Independencia"). Cinco de Mayo Festival offers something for every family member including entertainment, carnival rides, live regional and traditional music and a Healthy Lifestyle area. More than 70 vendors offer a wide variety of arts, crafts and merchandise along with authentic cuisine and drink. Popular local, regional and international musical acts perform over the weekend. In addition, special appearances by TV, radio and other celebrities further build event excitement with the crowds.

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