Cinco de Mayo Crossword Puzzle

About the Cinco de Mayo Crossword Puzzle

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 and is celebrated with music, food, and community events. This puzzle includes words such as Puebla, Mariachi, Mole, and Papel Picado, along with terms connected to parades and the battle. It is a good fit for students learning about the holiday and anyone interested in Mexican culture and cuisine.

This crossword draws on 43 clues about Cinco de Mayo. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Organized military force (4 letters)
• •Fresh herb also called coriander leaves (8 letters)
• •Percussion instruments played by striking (5 letters)
• •Hilltop stronghold defended during an 1862 campaign (13 letters)
• •Mashed green fruit dip with lime (9 letters)
• •Ensemble known for strings and trumpets (8 letters)
• •Aromatic herb used to season food (7 letters)
• •Chopped tomato and chile dip (5 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.