31st Villa Horseback Riding Parade begins in Ciudad Juárez; riders expected from various national cities and the US

Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua – The 31st Villa Horseback Riding Parade kicked off this Saturday in Ciudad Juárez, marking one of Chihuahua's most representative equestrian events. This tradition has been celebrated in Ciudad Juárez for 19 years as part of the activity's 31-year history.

Héctor Lozoya Ávila, coordinator of the Northern Branch of the Villa Horseback Riding Parade, stated, “This year we expect visitors from other cities in the country, such as Guadalajara, as well as from the United States, with some individuals from Arizona already confirmed.” The parade began at the Umbral del Milenio, with participants initially heading to Rancho El 70 without their horses.

Jorge Chávez, representing the Secretariat of Tourism in the Northern Zone, highlighted that this traditional parade strengthens Chihuahua's historical identity and boosts tourism and economic activity. The previous year's event attracted over 9,300 riders and nearly 20,000 spectators, contributing an estimated 23.2 million pesos to the local economy. Thousands of riders are expected to cover more than 600 kilometers over 14 days, traveling from Ciudad Juárez to Hidalgo del Parral to commemorate the memory and route of General Francisco Villa.

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This year we expect visitors from other cities in the country, such as Guadalajara, as well as from the United States, with some individuals from Arizona already confirmed.