Venezuela’s “National Pilgrimage for a Venezuela Free of Sanctions and in Peace” is set to conclude in Caracas this Thursday, marking the end of a 13-day nationwide mobilization that authorities describe as a show of collective rejection of international economic sanctions.
The final stage will see three large caravans converging in the capital. One western caravan is led by Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, while separate routes from the Los Llanos and Andes regions and from the south are led respectively by Diosdado Cabello and National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez. Officials say the coordinated arrival is intended to symbolize national unity after days of countrywide marches and gatherings.
According to organizers, the pilgrimage began on April 19, coinciding with a historic independence commemoration, and traveled through multiple states including Aragua, Miranda, La Guaira, and Guárico. Government figures claim the mobilizations have drawn broad participation across regions and social sectors, framing them as evidence of widespread opposition to sanctions affecting the country’s economy.
The closing event will take place at La Carlota, where authorities plan to host a large-scale cultural festival with multiple stages featuring both national and international performers. Officials have emphasized that the event will not distinguish between political affiliations, presenting it as an inclusive space for citizens regardless of political identity.
Throughout the campaign, government representatives have also described the pilgrimage as a platform for dialogue among workers, business leaders, social organizations, and political actors. They argue that the initiative reflects a shared desire for economic recovery and reduced political polarization, while reiterating calls for the lifting of international sanctions.
As the caravans reach Caracas, officials have framed the conclusion of the pilgrimage as the beginning of a renewed phase of “social cohesion” and national rebuilding under the slogan “Venezuela Flies Free,” coinciding with Labor Day commemorations.
