Ciudad Juárez hosts Soy Joven 2026 festival despite heavy rain

More than 4,000 young people attended the Soy Joven 2026 festival at Parque Central in Ciudad Juárez, despite heavy rain and hail during the event. Organized by the Instituto Chihuahuense de la Juventud, the festival proceeded after a weather-induced temporary pause.

The event featured several notable speakers and personalities. Roberto Martínez, creator of the Creativo podcast, shared professional experiences with attendees. Juan Pablo Escobar, son of the late Colombian drug trafficker Pablo Escobar, delivered a reflective talk regarding his life history and the importance of making different life choices. Influencer Lupita Villalobos, known for the