Traditional dishes and plenty of music. From August 8 to 16, the Great Corn and Tortilla Fair 2026 will take place—a culinary event where local producers will sell all kinds of food, such as tamales and esquites. The organizers have already announced the date and venue for the event.
The first thing you need to know is that this fair will bring together various local producers who will offer a range of items, including delicious food. Among the wide variety, you’ll get to try everything from esquites to pan de elote, as well as various traditional snacks made from corn—all in one place.
The Great Corn and Tortilla Fair 2026 will come to Mexico City in August
Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? Time flies, so we recommend marking your calendar for this food fair, which will take place August 8–16 in San Juan Ixtayopan, Tláhuac. It’ll be right in the middle of summer vacation, so you can take advantage of your days off to go.
In addition to traditional snacks, local products will be on sale. Throughout the event, there will also be artistic and cultural performances, so there will be plenty to see and do. Arrive early so you have a chance to see everything.
The full program will be announced later, along with the hours during which you can visit this event that pays tribute to corn, one of the main ingredients of Mexican cuisine. You can find out more about the event here.
