Overview
- The city will start its Guadalupe-Reyes operation on December 5 to handle the influx to the Basilica of Guadalupe, coordinating Health, Civil Protection, Security, Locatel, the Prosecutor’s Office, the Animal Care Agency and the Gustavo A. Madero borough.
- Mayor Clara Brugada confirmed the traditional Romería Navideña will not be allowed on Paseo de la Reforma this year.
- Authorities plan to allow more than 1,000 indigenous artisans to sell around the Zócalo from late Saturday, December 6, or Sunday, December 7, through Monday, December 15, pending a final agreement and after an event led by President Claudia Sheinbaum on Saturday.
- Talks with artisan leaders continue following recent protests and road blockages, and officials said they expect to finalize an agreement on Friday.
- The heaviest pilgrim turnout is forecast for December 10–12, with reinforced security, health and support services, including a device to rescue and care for dogs that accompany contingents and are later abandoned.