Why about 2,000 people turned out to celebrate in Modesto on Saturday
Flags, music and a festive atmosphere belatedly marked Cinco de Mayo in Modesto.
The community celebrated the Mexican holiday with a colorful parade on Saturday, May 7, which drew about 2,000 onlookers.
South Modesto Businesses United presented the annual parade on Crows Landing Road, spanning from Olivero Road to Glenn Avenue.
It featured floats, live entertainment, youth groups, horses and more.
The Cinco de Mayo Parade celebrated the May 5 holiday that marks Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
This story was originally published May 7, 2022 at 5:27 PM.