I thought the same thing, tbh! It was kind of confusing at first. Although Cinco de Mayo is largely seen as a Mexican holiday, celebrating the Mexican victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla, it's actually celebrated more widely in the U.S.

A big reason for this is the way it's evolved in the U.S. It's become a day of celebrating Mexican culture and heritage, especially in areas with large Mexican-American populations. In the U.S., it's more about the food, music, and parties than remembering the battle.

I remember going to one of these events in my town last year — there were these awesome traditional dancers and the best tacos ever. So while it might seem weird at first that the U.S. loves Cinco de Mayo parties, it's become a fun way to appreciate and recognize Mexican culture here. 🎉

It's kind of like how we celebrate St. Patrick's Day — more about the fun and culture than the original event. Hope that clears it up a bit! 😊