With an estimated attendance of over 160,000 people throughout its duration, the La Paz Carnival concluded without incident and generated an economic impact exceeding 200 million pesos, according to figures released at the end of the festivities.
For six days, the Malecón (boardwalk) became the meeting point for local families, national and international visitors who came to enjoy concerts, parades, artistic performances, and cultural activities programmed on various stages.
The program included the participation of more than 300 artists from Baja California Sur, who performed on alternative venues and the main stage, showcasing their musical and cultural offerings. The lineup combined local talent with guest groups and artists, resulting in a diverse program throughout the celebration.
In economic terms, authorities reported an impact exceeding 200 million pesos, benefiting sectors such as hotels, restaurants, formal commerce, and tourism service providers. The influx of visitors who arrived specifically to attend concerts and parades, and subsequently departed, was also noted, which influenced traffic flow in the area.
Regarding security, it was reported that the operation implemented during the carnival allowed the activities to conclude without major incidents, resulting in a clean record. Officers from various agencies maintained a presence in the Malecón area, primarily at entrances, in areas of higher concentration, and during the large concerts.
A survey conducted among attendees gathered diverse opinions about this year’s event.
Michelle Orantes considered the event generally well-organized, although she noted the overcrowding at the main stage. “I thought it was good, except for the main stage area, where a lot of people gathered and the barriers made things a bit complicated. Other than that, everything was fine… the other stages had good music and were more open; you could walk around comfortably,” she said.
For his part, José Cota indicated that he enjoyed the Carnival, although he observed few changes compared to previous years. “I did like this year’s carnival; I thought it was good… although there wasn’t much new. It was the same food vendors, the same games, and the parade was similar to last year’s, although this time I saw some floats focused on Egyptian culture, whereas before they were African… I think it should be more Mexican. The music selection this year was good and varied,” he commented.
Giovanni Ojeda highlighted the quality of the artists he attended, although he mentioned some difficulties with getting around. “The music and the artists we saw were all good, the only issue was the traffic jams caused by the police barricades and people who don’t respect the rules. I felt there was a bit of a difference in terms of food variety; before there were many taco stands, and now it was more snacks and drinks,” he noted.
Meanwhile, Esmeralda Navarro perceived less overcrowding compared to other years, except for the last day. “This carnival, unlike previous ones, felt less crowded, in terms of the flow of people, except for the last day, which was much more packed. I also saw more tourists, and I felt there were fewer street vendors… in terms of security, I think the fights and drinking were the same. Personally, I did enjoy it; I went to see the artists, to dance, and to have a good time,” she recounted.
The opinions reflect a diverse experience among attendees, with some agreeing on the large crowds concentrated at the main events and a positive assessment of the musical offerings. With no incidents reported and rising economic figures, the carnival concluded another edition on the boardwalk, solidifying its position as one of the most popular events in the state capital.
Source: oem
