The security operation for the 2026 LGTBI+ Pride State Demonstration, scheduled for Saturday, July 4th in Madrid, was coordinated at a Security Board meeting chaired by the Government delegate for the region, Francisco Martín Aguirre. More than 3,300 National Police officers will be deployed, including specialized units such as the Police Intervention Unit, Protection and Reaction Unit, Mobile Brigade, Cavalry, Underground, and Canine Guides. Additionally, helicopters and drone and counter-drone teams will provide support to ensure safety.
Francisco Martín highlighted the event's scale, comparing it to the papal visit and calling it the most crowded event in the region. He assured that all necessary resources would be allocated for the day to proceed successfully, as in previous years, and to make it "one of the most beautiful days of the year."
“"We are committed to ensuring everything goes as well as always and making this day one of the most beautiful of the year."
Furthermore, attendees were urged to report any conduct that could constitute a hate crime, given the recent increase in such incidents. The event's organizing entities expressed their gratitude to the Government Delegation, the Security Forces, and emergency services for their work in ensuring a safe demonstration.
Representatives from organizing associations such as COGAM and FELGTBI+ attended the coordination meeting, along with various public and transport entities: National Police, Municipal Police, Renfe, SAMUR, Mobility Agents, Firefighters, Regional Transport Consortium, Municipal Transport Company, and Madrid Metro. Representing the Government Delegation was also the head of the Citizen Security Unit, Javier Robles.
The demonstration, which will proceed from the Glorieta de Atocha to Plaza de Colón starting at 7:00 PM, will feature between 47 and 52 floats, with an estimated attendance of around one million people. The plan includes reinforcements or potential closures at Metro and Renfe stations during peak hours to manage passenger flow and ensure safety, in addition to increased service on interurban night bus lines.
