What is Cinco De Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo is a festive holiday that celebrates Mexican culture and heritage. As the holiday has grown in popularity, so have holiday campaigns on social media. Before we delve into Cinco de Mayo campaigns, let’s give a brief history lesson on the holiday.

Mexico declared independence from Spain during the Mexican War of Independence, but Napoleon III sent troops about 50 years later. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862.  The fifth of May, also known as the “Battle of Puebla Day” is when Mexico “thwarted foreign aggression.” Cinco de Mayo symbolizes Mexico’s strength and power as a new country.

Nowadays, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the United States in Mexican-American populations like Los Angeles, Chicago, and Houston. Most people celebrate by attending parades and parties, eating traditional foods, and participating in Mexican folk dancing. 

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Top Cinco De Mayo Campaigns

Cinco de Mayo is a great way to kick off your summer with margaritas, chips, salsa, and Mexican cuisine while celebrating Mexico’s independence. If you love these Cinco de Mayo campaigns, take notes!

Pátron

Pátron Tequila is one of the brands known to create buzz around their Cinco De Mayo Campaigns. With its premium tequila offerings and strong brand image, Pátron has partnered with numerous influencers to promote its products during this festive holiday.

In 2022, Pátron partnered with Streetwear Designer, John Geiger, to create a pair of shoes capturing Geiger’s signature style and the Pátron’s signature green and white color. From hosting virtual mixology classes to sharing cocktail recipes and party tips, Pátron’s Cinco De Mayo Campaigns have centered around celebrating this festive holiday with friends and family!

Pátron has captured a wide audience’s attention through its numerous campaigns and created a buzz around its brand. 

Topo Chico

Topo Chico, the famous sparkling mineral water brand, has also used Cinco De Mayo Campaigns through influencer marketing. Their campaigns focus on promoting their beverage as a refreshing drink to be enjoyed over the holiday celebrations to keep you hydrated while enjoying the sun.

Topo Chico has collaborated with several influencers, including food and beverage experts, mixologists, and lifestyle bloggers, to create engaging content showcasing their products’ versatility. This year, Topo Chico has used their campaigns to release their new line of margarita seltzers just in time for everyone to enjoy!

By leveraging the influence of social media personalities, Topo Chico has successfully connected with their audience and generated buzz around their brand during this important holiday. If you weren’t a fan of Topo Chico’s products before, you might be now. Are you an influencer that wants to partner up with Topo Chico? Check out their influencer submission sheet for more details!

 

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Tostitos 

Tostitos is one of those brands that just knows how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style. And their secret? Influencer Marketing! By teaming up with food bloggers and lifestyle influencers, Tostitos has managed to create buzz around their products and make sure that they’re at the top of everyone’s minds on Cinco De Mayo. 

One of the most successful partnerships was with celebrity chef Aarón Sánchez, who created a delicious recipe showcasing the versatility of Tostitos’ chips and dips. Last year for their Cinco De Mayo campaigns, they partnered with actor Danny Trejo and Mexican singer Sofia Reyes to show just how classy Tostitos can get by featuring a fountain of queso.

Through its use of campaigns, Tostitos has managed to connect with its audience and make sure they are a go-to snack for any Cinco de Mayo party. And with their commitment to creating engaging content that showcases their products in the best light possible, it is no wonder why I definitely will be serving Tostitos chips and dips at my Cinco de Mayo party! 

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Smirnoff

During the Cinco de Mayo holiday festivities, Smirnoff, the renowned vodka brand, is making headways in challenging tequila and mezcal brands. Their Cinco De Mayo Campaigns are all about creating fun and exciting cocktails that embody the spirit of Cinco de Mayo. Smirnoff has partnered with a range of influencers, from bartenders to lifestyle bloggers, to create engaging content that showcases their products in a unique way.

One of their standout campaigns was the #SmirnoffSeltzerCinco campaign, which encouraged people to create their own seltzer cocktails and share their recipes on social media. By working with influencers and using trendy hashtags, Smirnoff has created an effective marketing campaign that resonates with its target audience during the festivities of Cinco de Mayo. 

Don Julio Tequila

Don Julio Tequila is one brand that has successfully executed Cinco de Mayo Campaigns. By partnering with influencers who have a genuine connection to Mexican culture, Don Julio has been able to build brand awareness and drive engagement among its target audience.

For the past three years, Don Julio has given out 100,000 vouchers, worth five dollars each, to be used at local restaurants for Cinco De Mayo. Likewise, they have partnered with numerous influencers to create unique Cinco De Mayo cocktails using Don Julio Tequila. The influencers shared their recipes and party tips with their followers, generating excitement around the holiday and driving sales for the brand. 

By authentically connecting with the holiday and its traditions, Don Julio was able to create a successful influencer marketing campaign that encouraged others to get in on the fun and receive vouchers! Likewise, people love interacting with the brands they love.

Conclusion

Cinco De Mayo presents a unique opportunity for brands to connect with a diverse and engaged audience through influencer marketing campaigns. However, it’s important for brands to approach the holiday with sensitivity and respect for the cultural significance of the holiday and the communities that celebrate it.

By partnering with the right influencers and creating authentic and culturally sensitive content, brands can successfully leverage the excitement and engagement surrounding Cinco de Mayo and drive awareness and sales.

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