Pulque Day in Mexico City has been formalized! This pre-Hispanic drink will be celebrated on the first Sunday in February, starting this year. That means that February 1 , 2026, will be the first official celebration.
On December 21, 2025, the Commission on Regulations, Studies, and Parliamentary Practices approved the ruling recognizing Pulque Day in Mexico City. The declaration went into effect on January 23 and was published in the Official Gazette of Mexico City.
Why is this important? With this new declaration, Mexico City authorities seek to dignify the work of tlachiqueros, the rural economy, ecological balance, and the preservation of the maguey plant.
“To honor pulque is to honor our identity and the cultural dignity of those who have preserved it,” reads the Official Gazette.
They also reported that city councils and autonomous organizations will promote activities to disseminate and value the cultural diversity surrounding pulque.
Below are some of the activities you can enjoy this weekend.
Activities to celebrate the first official Pulque Day in Mexico City
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Pulque pilgrimage
Traditional pulque bars, collectives, and pulque enthusiasts are joining together in a pilgrimage from the Glorieta de Peralvillo to the Basilica of Guadalupe.
The activity will take place this Sunday, February 1, starting at 12:00 p.m. You can bring food and pulque to share with those participating in this activity.
Presentation of the book ¡Que viva el pulque!
The cultural program includes the presentation of the book ¡Que viva el pulque! by Juan Escalona. In this book, you will learn more about what pulque is, how it is produced, and where it can be found. It is an illustrated archive, recipe book, and manual for making this drink at home.
You can learn more at the Oaxacan restaurant Guie’ Huini, located at Magnolia 148, Colonia Guerrero. The event will take place this Sunday, February 1, at 4:00 p.m., although you can attend from 2:00 p.m. onwards.
In addition to the writer, producer Don Julián from the pulquería La Crema y Nata de Don Julián will also be present.
Pulque Museum and Pulquerías
This venue will be pulling out all the stops with activities from Friday, January 30, to Sunday, February 1.
You’ll enjoy a concert by Bahía Ganya and one by Tzité, the Axolo Tianguis where you’ll find bread, illustrations, and more. At the same time, the Tianguis Pulquero will be held. You can find out more details here.
This weekend, celebrate Mexico City Pulque Day in style!