Mexican Independence Day

We didn’t know, y’all. We were just two little gringas having ourselves a weekend in Chicago and we had no idea at first why there were so many gorgeous quinceañera gowns and so many Mexican flags on cars. We just knew it was all REALLY EXCITING! It was such a fun and festive atmosphere. I am absolutely determined to spend Mexican Independence Day in Chicago again.

FYI: Cinco de Mayo is a regional festival celebrating the 1862 victory of Mexican troops over the French at the Battle of Puebla.

Mexican Independence Day is September 16th.