Shadows, performance and community: Gothic Picnic took over southern Mexico City

Dark dances completed the ritual that brought the community together at the Gothic Picnic 2026 held in the Tláhuac district of Mexico City. This past May 24, enthusiasts of gothic culture traveled to the south of Mexico City to enjoy music, dance, poetry and theater, all within the framework of World Goth Day, celebrated every […]
Sonora puts Mexico among the world’s top culinary destinations, according to National Geographic

Amid deserts, mountains, and ancient agave traditions, the Mexican state of Sonora was included by National Geographic in its prestigious Best of the World 2026 list, which recognizes some of the planet’s most extraordinary destinations to travel, explore, and eat. The international publication specifically highlights the resurgence of bacanora, an artisanal agave spirit deeply tied […]
Mexico receives 4.8 million cruise passengers in 2026 and strengthens its maritime tourism industry

Mexico continues consolidating itself as one of the leading cruise tourism powers in Latin America after registering the arrival of 4.8 million cruise passengers during the first four months of 2026, according to Mexico’s Tourism Minister, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora. According to the head of Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism, the figure represents a 14.8 percent increase […]
CNTNTS makes Hot Pop for dancing from Mexico City

In Iztapalapa, Mexico City, an independent band is breaking down conventions with a musical genre never heard before, which they’ve dubbed “Hot Pop.” This group is called CNTNTS (pronounced continents) and brings with it an eclectic style that blends indie rock, pop, reggaeton, and electronic music. In an interview with Mexican Press Agency, María, lead […]
Jalisco Consolidates Its Position as a Global Tourism Powerhouse With More Than 12.7 Million Visitors

With mariachis, tequila, internationally recognized cuisine, and its sights set on the FIFA World Cup, Jalisco is seeking to consolidate itself as one of Latin America’s major tourism engines and one of Mexico’s leading cultural showcases. During a working tour through Puerto Vallarta, Tequila, and Guadalajara, Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, noted that […]
Tlaxcala Prepares Firefly Season, One of Mexico’s Most Iconic Natural Spectacles

Thousands of tiny lights shining through the forests of Tlaxcala will light up again this summer as part of Firefly Season 2026, one of Mexico’s most important natural and tourism phenomena, which this year is expected to attract more than 120,000 national and international visitors. Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, Josefina Rodríguez Zamora, and the governor […]
The Mexican Army Symphonic Band delights residents of Tláhuac, Mexico City, with music

Neither rain nor sun prevented residents of Tláhuac, one of the boroughs in the southeast of Mexico City, from enjoying the concert offered by the Mexican Army Symphonic Band, accompanied by the orchestras, casts and choir of Schools for Life. The concert took place on May 12th in the esplanade of the Tláhuac mayor’s office […]
From the Sierra Tarahumara to the Great Wall: Indigenous Mexican Athletes Conquer China

Forged among mountains, ravines, and dirt roads, five Indigenous Mexican athletes crossed the world to emerge victorious from one of the most demanding races on the planet: the Great Wall Marathon of China. Amid thousands of stone steps, impossible slopes, and a route that challenges even professional runners, the Mexicans from Rarámuri and Mixtec communities […]
U2 turns Mexico City into a global stage ahead of 2026 World Cup

The unexpected appearance of U2 in downtown Mexico City not only sparked excitement among hundreds of Mexican fans, but also once again positioned the capital as a cultural epicenter and a global reference point for world-class artists in the lead-up to the 2026 World Cup. The Irish band surprised audiences this week by secretly filming […]
ALMA and the migrant community shine at the Zaragoza Awards 2026 in Los Angeles

Within the framework of Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Los Angeles, California, the identity, memory, and strength of the migrant community were on full display at the Zaragoza Awards 2026, a recognition that honors trajectories marked by resilience, service, and commitment to Mexico beyond its borders. Among those honored was ALMA (Alliance of Mexicans and […]