All the details about the September 16, 2026, parade in Mexico City have been announced! Time has flown by, and the national holidays are already here. The festivities will begin on the evening of the 15th with free concerts in all city boroughs; the next day, we’ll see the military parade. Check out the schedule and route.
Every year, a parade is held to mark the anniversary of the start of Mexico’s independence. And 2026 will be no exception. That’s why we’re bringing you all the details.
What time does the September 16, 2026, parade start in Mexico City?
At a press conference, Clara Brugada, head of government for Mexico City, announced the route for the September 16, 2026, parade. She explained that it will start at the Zócalo, pass through 5 de Mayo, Eje Central, Av. Juárez, and Paseo de la Reforma, and end at Campo Marte.
Now, what is the schedule for the September 16 parade? To see it, you’ll have to get up early, as it will start at 10:00 a.m. sharp. The streets mentioned will be closed, so you’ll need to take precautions if you plan to attend the event or will be walking through the area.
The Traffic Guidance Center of Mexico City’s Secretariat of Public Safety recommends the following alternative routes:
- Eje 1 Norte
- Circuito Interior
- Chapultepec Avenue
- José María Izazaga
- Fray Servando Teresa de Mier
- Eje 1 Oriente
Will you go see the parade in 2026?
