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Celebrate with the City of Yuma’s virtual Cinco de Mayo event Published: 26 April 2021 26 April 2021
Yuma, Arizona - Featuring dance, music, car clubs and a salsa contest, Yuma Festivals’ virtual Cinco de Mayo celebration will premiere for viewing at 4 p.m. May 5.
A celebration of Mexican Heritage, Cinco de Mayo commemorates the date of the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 despite having fewer soldiers and less military resources.
The virtual event is the latest in a string of video productions designed to allow for celebrations of annual downtown festivals while local conditions continue to improve in the aftermath of COVID-19.