Every May 5, Miami becomes a big Mexican party. In several neighborhoods of the city, you will find several options of parties and celebrations. The original story of 5 de Mayo refers to the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when, for the first time, the Mexican army defeated France. Today, 5 de Mayo has become a day of Mexican pride. The funniest date is that it is not celebrated within Mexico, but rather in various places where Mexican expats live.