Incident Details

Thousands of people will attend the Virgen de la Paloma Festival, taking place in the La Latina neighborhood from August 13 to August 16. The main events, celebrating the Feast of the Assumption, will take place on August 15. The festival includes traditional dances, a procession, and other cultural and religious events. Extremely high congestion on public transportation and pedestrian roads, as well as heightened security, are expected throughout La Latina.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to maintain situational awareness in crowded areas, plan travel arrangements in advance, and respect local beliefs and traditions.