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Christian Nodal Draws Thousands to Free Independence Day Concert in Morelia

The government-organized performance proceeded despite rain, with unverified reports of threats circulating.

Overview

  • Following the governor’s Grito from the Government Palace, Nodal took the Avenida Madero stage at 11:30 p.m. and began his set.
  • He performed for a little over two hours, mixing hits with covers and tributes to icons including Juan Gabriel, Joan Sebastian, Sergio Vega, Selena, José Alfredo Jiménez and Vicente Fernández.
  • Official photos showed large family crowds gathered in the Historic Center despite intermittent rain throughout the night.
  • Viral videos captured Nodal stepping off the stage to sing among attendees while closely escorted by security.
  • A TV host said there were alleged threats urging him not to perform, though the concert went on as scheduled and concluded without incident reported in the coverage.