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All over the world, where ever you will find a large Mexican community, you will find Cinco de Mayo celebrations. The holiday celebrates Mexico's victory over the French armies in 1810. All over Dallas, you can find fun and fiesta at various locations. Most are free to attend, while some charge a small donation or canned goods.

Dancers and artists gather at various festivals in Big D. Many restaurants offer a special deals during Cinco de Mayo. At the Meadows Museum at Southern Methodist University, see the various art projects and join others in a treasure hunt in the galleries. Denton's Quakertown Park festival offers art and crafts for the kids apart from food and entertainment. For Mariachis and folk songs, go over to the Rose Marine Theater in Fort Worth. At McKinney Avenue, you can catch a beauty contest, see folk dances and enjoy the tang and zest of Mexican flavors.