The largest Día de la Raza celebrations take place in the Guadalajara Metropolitan Region in Mexico, especially the Romería de la Virgen de Zapopan. This event involves nearly two million people participating in a huge procession that includes native dance troupes, cowboys on horseback, and church leaders. It has a long-standing tradition dating back to 1734 and is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
For Cinco de Mayo, which is often confused with Día de la Raza but is a separate celebration, the largest celebrations happen in Puebla, Mexico. Puebla hosts a month-long festival including a re-enactment of the Battle of Puebla on May 5, parades, mariachi bands, dancing, and fireworks that attract over a million visitors annually.
In the United States, the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration occurs in Los Angeles, California, where Fiesta Broadway is held—a massive event with live music, Mexican food, carnival rides, and vibrant cultural festivities.
