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Cinco de Mayo, 

Los Angeles, United States

05 May 2010  

The event honours Mexico's famous victory over French forces in Puebla, Mexico. The Cinco de Mayo celebrations include a great programme of events that includes traditional music performances, cultural presentations and exhibitions, traditional dances, food and drink stalls. Celebrations are held at various locations in the city including the El Pueblo Historical Monument Institute which offers free educational and cultural workshops, entertainment and bilingual historical information at Olvera Street.

Times
All day.


Exhibitions  Dance  Kids' Stuff  Entertainment  History  Culture  Music 


Where?

Various locations in Los Angeles

Main area around El Pueblo Historical Monument, Placita Olvera, 125 Paseo de la Plaza

Getting There

Los Angeles operates more than 1,500 buses and a subway system that can take you from Downtown Los Angeles to Hollywood in about 12 minutes. With a Metro Day Pass you can ride any Metro bus or rail line all day. For more information visit www.mta.net.

How Much?

Most events free.

For More Information

El Pueblo De Los Angeles Historic Park

845 N Alameda Street
Los Angeles
CA 90012
United States

Tel +1 (213) 680 2525.
Email 

Website  www.olvera-street.com

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NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.