Overview
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, Southwest Detroit will host a 2.4-mile parade honoring the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862, under Mexican President Benito Juárez. His legacy of resilience, freedom, and national pride continues to inspire generations. The parade will begin at Patton Park (Woodmere St. & Vernor Hwy.) and conclude at Clark Park (Scotten St. & Vernor Hwy.). As in years past, the event will take place rain or shine, kicking off at noon.
This year’s parade theme, “Past, Present & Future” (Pasado, Presente y Futuro), pays tribute to: the past – the founders of the Cinco de Mayo Parade, who created this legacy as a gift to their community; the present – the current Mexican Patriotic Committee, which continues to uphold and strengthen this cherished event; and the future – the future Southwest Detroit leaders who will preserve and carry forward this cultural identity for generations to come.
Photograph courtesy of Nuñez Isai
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