Cinco de Marcho
March 5, Wednesday
Origin of the Holiday
Cinco de Marcho was invented by an American in 2007. The idea was to give people a 60-day "training period" to build their endurance before the Cinco de Mayo celebrations, a day often associated in the U.S. with Mexican culture, parties, and tequila.
How Is Cinco de Marcho Celebrated?
People who celebrate Cinco de Marcho may:
• Begin their "preparation" for Cinco de Mayo by trying Mexican food and drinks
• Organize Mexican-themed parties
• Post on social media using related hashtags
• Take a lighthearted approach to the idea of "training" for a bigger event
Connection to Cinco de Mayo
Although Cinco de Mayo is not a major holiday in Mexico, it is widely celebrated in the U.S. as a day honoring Mexican culture. Cinco de Marcho, on the other hand, is a purely humorous holiday with no historical significance, but it serves as a fun excuse for social gatherings and celebrations.
The holiday is not official, but many people enjoy its humorous nature—especially as an extra reason for a party!