Withtheexceptionofthecelebrationthattakes place on Nov. 1 and 2, whenthedeceased are honoredonDayoftheDeadwithofferingsandaltars, mostofPuebla?sfestivities are of a civicnature, such
as the 5 de Mayo Battleof Puebla, whichfeatures a militaryparadetocelebrateMexico?svictoryagainsttheFrenchArmy. Aftertheparade, thecityhosts a popular fiesta
with regional foodand music. Anotherimportantcelebrationmarksthecity?sfounding, whichtakes place onApril 16. Itincludesceremonies, artisticevents, fireworksandrides. Andofcourse, there?stheIndependenceDaycelebrationonSept. 15. Duringthis time ofyear, thestreets
are adornedwith red, whiteandgreen,
thenationalcolors. In theZocalo, thecity?smainsquare, you?llhearthefamousCryofIndependence. Later, thecity?srestaurants, discos andnightclubs come alive.