EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 The El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center is inviting the public to a free Cinco de Mayo celebration this weekend to highlight the history, culture, and traditions of Puebla. <\/p>\n
The celebration will take place on Saturday, May 9, from 2 to 6 p.m. and will feature live performances, hands-on activities, dance, chef demonstrations, and culinary experiences. <\/p>\n
\u201cFor our second annual Cinco de Mayo celebration at the MACC, we invite our community to dive into the history of the celebration,\u201d said Mexican American Cultural Center Director Rebecca Munoz. \u201cVisitors will have the opportunity to learn about Poblano culture and the legacy of the Battle of Puebla through performances, hands-on activities, and chef demos.\u201d<\/p>\n
Cinco de Mayo commemorates a Mexican victory over French troops at the Battle of Puebla. France\u2019s military was in Mexico to try to establish a monarchy and limit the growing influence of the United States. The Battle of Puebla and Cinco de Mayo are seen as symbols of Mexico\u2019s resistance to invaders.<\/p>\n
The event is presented by GECU Federal Credit Union. Admission is free, though some activities require paid tickets and\/or pre-registration.<\/p>\n
Scheduled activities include:<\/p>\n
Taller de Dise\u00f1o de Talavera, 2 to 5 p.m., a free drop-in activity.Bandanas Hist\u00f3ricas, 2 to 5 p.m., a free drop-in activity.Kids Folkl\u00f3rico Dance Workshop, 2 to 3 p.m., a free drop-in activity designed for ages 6 to 12.Las Hermanas Dianas performances, 2 to 4 p.m., with no registration required.Historia, Tradici\u00f3n, Alegria: La Batalla de Puebla performances by Ballet Folkl\u00f3rico Paso del Norte at 3 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. Advance registration is required, and a free ticket is required.Puebla Kitchen Stories on a Plate, chef demonstrations from Chef Regina Logar at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. A $10 ticket is required, and the demos are for those 18 and older.<\/p>\n
The celebration also includes Sabores de Puebla, a ticketed after-hours dinner experience on the MACC rooftop terrace. <\/p>\n
A paid ticket is required, with an optional VIP add-on that includes a special conversation with Chef Regina Logar.<\/p>\n
More information and registration links for ticketed experiences are available here<\/a>. <\/p>\n