Seasonal & Holidays
Organizers Cancel South Philadelphia Cinco De Mayo Parade Because Of ICE Concerns
Philadelphia's Carnaval de Puebla is canceled because of concerns that immigration officers could target the event, organizers say.
April 9, 2025
Philadelphia's Carnaval de Puebla is canceled because of concerns that immigration officers could target the event, organizers say.
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Edgar Ramirez, one of the organizers, told CBS News Philadelphia the parade initially scheduled for April 27 is canceled because of Immigration and Customs Enforcement threats against the Mexican community.
The event typically draws up to 15,000 people to Washington Avenue for a parade and a festival in Pennsport, according to Visit Philly. The festival celebrates Cinco de Mayo, which marks Mexico's 1862 win over France in the Battle of Puebla.
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