If you’re the type to take a trip just to eat good tacos, here’s the perfect excuse to get out of Mexico City. Guanajuato will host a Taco Festival from September 18 to 20, featuring dishes from different regions of the country and Michelin-starred offerings.
The event will take place on the esplanade of the Alhóndiga de Granaditas in Guanajuato. For three days, this historic venue will become a gathering place where food lovers can discover different ways to prepare one of Mexico’s most iconic dishes.
From traditional tacos to Michelin-starred creations
You’ll find al pastor, stewed meat, canasta-style, and barbacoa tacos, as well as contemporary creations that will delight you in unexpected yet addictive ways.
But there’s one detail that’s sure to pique your culinary curiosity: the announcement that Michelin-starred restaurants will be in attendance.
The full list of participants has not yet been revealed, so we’ll have to wait to find out which taco shops, restaurants, or chefs will be there.
There will be more than just tacos at the Alhóndiga de Granaditas
In addition to dining, the program includes culinary workshops, cultural activities, music, and the participation of artisans from Guanajuato, as well as a food pavilion.
This makes the festival a great option for a weekend getaway from Mexico City—and a chance to explore Guanajuato’s Historic Center while you’re at it.
Date: September 18, 19, and 20, 2026
Location: Esplanade of the Alhóndiga de Granaditas, Guanajuato City
Cost: Free admission
