Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Cinco de Mayo

This weekend is the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration at the El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument in downtown Los Angeles. Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) is the Mexican holiday commemorating an important victory against the French in 1862.

Festivities will take place around Olvera Street, the oldest street in Los Angeles, from 10 am to 10 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 2-4. There will be live entertainment, educational activities, storytelling and crafts for children. Free.

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