Take Note! Marches and Gatherings Planned for Saturday, July 18, in CDMX

Mexico City is set to host a variety of marches and gatherings this Saturday, July 18, reflecting diverse social and political interests. The Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) has outlined the planned mobilizations across the capital.

Among the scheduled events is a collective work initiative by the group Reforestación o Extinción Ciudad de México at Morelos Park in Tlalpan. This "Restoration for Palestine" event aims to revitalize a local green space by removing exotic species and planting native flora. Concurrently, the Initiative for Freedom to Die will collect signatures at Ermita Metro station for the "Assisted Dying Law," seeking to enable dignified end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.

Further demonstrations include a march by Hijas de la Cannabis at Plaza Tlaxcoaque advocating for safe spaces for cannabis consumers with a gender perspective. The Red Académica de Solidaridad con Palestina will host the "Peoples' Football World Cup 2026" event at the Hemiciclo a Juárez, promoting self-determination. Omnicracia plans a "National Strike" announcement at the Ángel de la Independencia, while Dekaz will rally at Hidalgo station to support the Pumas football team for their opening match.

Additional activities include a responsible cannabis consumption event by República Pacheca at Amberes and Paseo de la Reforma, focusing on cannabis rights. The FC St. Pauli Bloque México will hold a resistance and culture gathering in Coyoacán discussing privatization. Finally, Clan Mariposas Negras plans a demonstration at the Cineteca Nacional to build alliances against injustice and displacement.