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Morelia Marks 260th Anniversary of José María Morelos With Parade, Mass Concert and Unity Call

Authorities reported no major incidents in the celebration area even as separate shootings were recorded elsewhere in the city.

Cecytem presente en el desfile por natalicio de Morelos
Honra UMSNH a José María Morelos, referente del humanismo nicolaita
Arranca la fiesta por el aniversario del natalicio de Morelos
Pide Alfonso Martínez privilegiar el diálogo y no dividir al país

Overview

  • More than 50,000 people attended the Noche Moreliana concert in the historic center, featuring Los Freddy’s, Grupo Liberación and other regional acts, according to municipal police.
  • Mayor Alfonso Martínez, serving as official orator, urged dialogue, protection of plural democracy and national reconciliation during the ceremony in Plaza Jardín Morelos.
  • Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla and military, judicial and security leaders led the civic‑military events, including honors at the Casa Natal and a downtown march.
  • Organizers said the presidency informed them President Claudia Sheinbaum could not attend after receiving a joint invitation from state and municipal authorities.
  • Schools and cultural institutions had a prominent role, with thousands of students, a 900‑person UMSNH contingent, Cecytem delegations and Secum tributes marking the Casa Natal museum’s 60th anniversary with a children’s poetry contest and performances.