When is Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo is always May 5. The next one is on Wednesday, May 5, 2027. As of October 23, 2026, that is 194 days away, or 27 weeks and 5 days. The counter above recalculates from your device's date, so it stays correct after this page was written.
| Occurrence | Date |
|---|---|
| Next | Wednesday, May 5, 2027 |
| The one after | Friday, May 5, 2028 |
How the countdown works
We count calendar days from today to the holiday, not including today. "Weeks" are full 7-day blocks; the remainder is shown in days. The live line counts hours, minutes and seconds to midnight at the start of Cinco de Mayo in your local time.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Cinco de Mayo?
As of October 23, 2026, there are 194 days until Cinco de Mayo on Wednesday, May 5, 2027. The live counter on this page always shows the current number.
How many weeks until Cinco de Mayo?
27 weeks and 5 days, counted from October 23, 2026.
What day of the week is Cinco de Mayo?
The next Cinco de Mayo falls on a Wednesday (Wednesday, May 5, 2027).
When is Cinco de Mayo the year after?
Friday, May 5, 2028.