Folks gathered in Downtown San Jose to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Sunday with a festive parade full of dancing and music.
Folks gathered in downtown San Jose to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Sunday with a festive parade full of dancing and music. Community members stood along the parade route which went through downtown San Jose . Mariachi led the way as Mexican flags were held high and proud. Dancers of all ages showed off their skills as their colorful dresses flowed in the wind. Kids in the parade and on the sidelines were just as excited.
One person traveled even further than the handmade costumes did to celebrate with her grandson. "I came from South America to come to Cinco de Mayo...I live in Chile," Tatiana Amaro told KTVU. Cinco de Mayo began as a celebration of a Mexican victory in battle in the 1800s, but the holiday has now grown to be a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage here in the U.S.
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