Sinaloa capital’s Independence Day celebrations set to return after 2 years
The interim governor's announcement that the Grito will be celebrated next month was welcome not only because it promises the return of patriotic revelry but also because it hints that Sinaloa's nightmare of violence and fear does not have to last forever. The post Sinaloa capital’s Independence Day celebrations set to return after 2 years appeared first on Mexico News Daily
After a two-year hiatus, the state of Sinaloa is set to resume its Independence Day celebrations in Culiacán, its capital city, on September 15-16. Interim Governor Yeraldine Bonilla announced the return of the traditional public Grito, scheduled to take place in the Governor's Palace Esplanade. The governor expressed her hope to see locals attend the event, stating that preparations are already underway for the popular festival.
The cancellation of the 2024 and 2025 Gritos was attributed to the escalation of cartel violence, which resulted in over 3,700 deaths and nearly 4,300 disappearances in the state. Prior to the cancellation, authorities opted for restricted civic ceremonies instead of the usual broader festivities. Bonilla has been in discussions with artists and entertainers, including El Coyote, Marisela, and Miguel Bosé, and the musical lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.
The governor also mentioned that the official program for the September 16 events in Culiacán will be released by the end of the month.
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