Tag: CDMX

  • Bad Bunny announces surprise concert in CDMX during the 2026 World Cup

    Bad Bunny announces surprise concert in CDMX during the 2026 World Cup

    Bad Bunny, the most listened to Latin American artist in the world, announced this morning a surprise concert in Mexico City, which will be held next June 20 at the Foro Sol.

    The announcement was made through his social networks with a video that quickly became a trend throughout Latin America, generating a wave of excitement among his followers who had missed him on stage for months.

    The concert, titled “Music and Soccer”, will be a celebration of both Latin music and the World Cup, in an event that promises to bring together thousands of fans from all over the continent who are in Mexico during the tournament.

    Tickets will be available starting Friday through the Ticketmaster platform. Due to the high demand expected, fans are recommended to stay tuned and register in advance to secure their place.

  • CDMX alerts on road closures this weekend due to the World Cup caravan

    CDMX alerts on road closures this weekend due to the World Cup caravan

    The Secretariat of Mobility of Mexico City (SEMOVI) reported this Thursday on the closures of highways and main avenues that will take place this weekend on the occasion of the official welcome parade for the national teams participating in the 2026 World Cup.

    The route is scheduled to start from the National Museum of Anthropology in Polanco to the capital Zócalo, passing through Paseo de la Reforma. The participation of thousands of fans from around the world who are already in the capital is expected.

    Main affected roads

    • Paseo de la Reforma (from Chapultepec to Zócalo)
    • Avenida Juárez
    • Madero up to Zócalo

    The closures will be active from 08:00 to 18:00 on Saturday, June 13. Authorities recommend using the Metro, Metrobús, or the Mexicable as transportation alternatives during that day.

  • A 5-minute taxi for 12,000 pesos: World Cup tourist denounces abusive rates in Mexico

    A 5-minute taxi for 12,000 pesos: World Cup tourist denounces abusive rates in Mexico

    A tourist who came to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup posted on social media his experience with a taxi driver who charged him 12,000 pesos for a journey of just five minutes near the Azteca Stadium.

    The video, which quickly went viral on platforms like TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), shows the service receipt where the charged amount is seen, equivalent to approximately 600 US dollars.

    The Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico City reacted to the video and announced that an investigation will be opened into the case, while reminding that the rates of concessioned taxis are regulated and that there are official applications to report excessive charges.

    “We call on all national and foreign tourists to use transportation platforms such as InDrive, Uber, or site taxis, which have transparent and traceable rates,” the dependency said in its statement.

  • AICM issues alert over possible blockades; asks to arrive early ahead of protests

    AICM issues alert over possible blockades; asks to arrive early ahead of protests

    The Mexico City International Airport (AICM) issued an alert for passengers with flights scheduled for Thursday, given the possibility that planned protests in the surroundings could affect access to the terminals.

    Through a statement, the AICM noted that it recommends “arriving early at the airport, given the possible presence of protests in the surroundings of the AICM, which could affect your arrival at the terminals.”

    The airport reported that it is coordinating with security authorities to guarantee access for passengers with boarding passes, however, it asked travelers to take the necessary precautions.

    As part of the security measures implemented to face this scenario, the AICM informed that National Guard elements will be present in the vicinity of the airport to guarantee access and facilitate security procedures.

    “If you have a flight today, we recommend leaving early and if you have questions, contact your airline to know the available options given the possible affectations,” the AICM statement reported.

  • CDMX Metro launches extended schedule for 2026 World Cup match days

    CDMX Metro launches extended schedule for 2026 World Cup match days

    The Collective Transport System (STC) Metro of Mexico City announced that it will extend its service hours on days when 2026 World Cup matches are held at the Azteca Stadium, in order to facilitate the transfer of fans and reduce pressure on the capital road network.

    According to the official statement from the STC, lines 2, 3, and 9 — the closest to the Azteca Stadium — will operate until 2:00 am on match days, while the rest of the network will have its regular schedule until midnight.

    Metro authorities also reported that additional wagons and customer service personnel speaking English and French will be made available at main stations to assist foreign tourists.

    Additionally, the Metrobús service will operate with increased frequency on routes connecting the international airport with the city center and the busiest hotel zones during the tournament.

  • How much does an apartment near the 2026 World Cup stadiums in Mexico cost?

    How much does an apartment near the 2026 World Cup stadiums in Mexico cost?

    With the arrival of the 2026 World Cup, rental prices for apartments and rooms on apps like Airbnb and Booking.com near the three Mexican stadiums have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, in some cases costing 10 times more than in the regular season.

    In neighborhoods close to the Azteca Stadium, such as Xochimilco, Pedregal, and Coyoacán, a two-bedroom apartment that normally costs 2,500 pesos per night on Airbnb is now offered for over 25,000 pesos during match days.

    Average prices per night

    • Azteca Stadium Zone (CDMX): $15,000 – $45,000 pesos per night
    • Akron Stadium Zone (Guadalajara): $8,000 – $22,000 pesos per night
    • BBVA Stadium Zone (Monterrey): $6,000 – $18,000 pesos per night

    Tourism experts warn that this phenomenon is normal in any World Cup host city and that Mexico is no exception, although they call on authorities to monitor that abuses are not committed against tourists.