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Mexican Holidays
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January 1
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New Years Day
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February 5
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Constitution Day
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March 21
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Birthday of Benito Juarez (1806-1872) and the 1st day of Spring
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April
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Palm Sunday - 1st day of Holy Week but not a legal holiday.
Good Friday is not a legal holiday, but observed in this 90% Catholic Culture
Easter
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May 1
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Labor Day . An official day of rest for workers
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May 5
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Cinco de Mayo
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May 10
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Mother's Day
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September 16
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Independence Day Celebrating Mexico's declaration of Independence from Spain in 1810
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Late September
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Big bike race with 10,000 riders
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October 12
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Columbus Day
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November 1
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Day of the Dead - A picnic at the grave of deceased family members is common
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November 20
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Revolution Day marking the Mexican Civil War of 1910
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December 1
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Upon change of President every 6 years
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December 24 & 25
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Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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These days are good to know, especially if you are planning to cross the border on these days. The Mexican traffic going to San Diego is very heavy and can cause longer than usual lines.
American Holidays, especially three day weekends, cause unusual traffic back up at the border too. Usually from Americans returning to the U.S.
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