Revolution Day (Mexico)

Mexican Revolution Day is an official government holiday, celebrated annually in Mexico on November 20, marking the start of what became the Mexican Revolution.

The Mexican Revolution, initiated by Francisco I. Madero on November 20, 1910, led to the overthrow of dictator Porfirio Díaz after his 35-year rule. Madero, who had opposed Díaz in the 1910 election, was imprisoned but escaped, issuing the Plan of San Luis Potosí to declare the election results fraudulent and call for a revolt. The revolution culminated in significant social and political changes, including the 1917 Constitution, which introduced labor reforms like the 8-hour workday, abolished child labor, and promoted equal pay. The commemoration of the revolution is celebrated as a national holiday, though the style of celebration has evolved over the years, including modifications to the parade schedule and location. Since 2006, the holiday has been observed on the third Monday of November, and the 2019 reinstatement of the civil-military-athletic parade marked a return to traditional observances.