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Mexico City to Host Free New Year’s Eve Electronic Concert on Reforma

The city has activated a 14,899‑officer security and monitoring operation to manage the expected holiday crowd.

Overview

  • The Dec. 31 event runs from 6:00 p.m. to about 2:00 a.m. at the Ángel de la Independencia with free entry for all ages.
  • Confirmed lineup includes MGMT (DJ set), Arca (DJ set), Kavinsky, Jehnny Beth, 3BallMTY, Mariana BO, Ramiro Puente and VEL.
  • Officials project attendance above 200,000 as Reforma is converted into an open‑air stage with sound and lighting.
  • SSC’s operation runs from 6:00 a.m. Dec. 31 until activities end Jan. 1, backed by 1,018 vehicles, ERUM ambulances and a Condores helicopter, with C2/C5 camera monitoring and reinforced presence at Metro stations, CETRAMs and road access points.
  • Mobility plan includes Metro service Dec. 31 from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and holiday hours Jan. 1, while Metrobús starts at 4:30 a.m. with most lines ending at 9:00 p.m. and Lines 1 and 7 extended to 1:00 a.m.; authorities will bar street vending and restrict alcohol sales in the Reforma area.