Zona Maco 2026: Your Complete Visitor Guide

📍 North America

4 - 8th Febraury 2026

Centro Citibanamex, Montecito 38, Nápoles, Benito Juárez, 03810 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

📍 Event Overview

Zona Maco 2026

Secure your spot at a world-leading art fair! Get Zona Maco 2026 essentials NOW: Dates at Centro Citibanamex, ticket tiers, top galleries/artists, plus pro tips to book hotels, dine smart, and conquer off-site art events.

Dates:

4 - 8th Febraury 2026
Location:

Centro Citibanamex, Montecito 38, Nápoles, Benito Juárez, 03810 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

ZⓢONA MACO isn’t just a fair; it’s a cultural ecosystem! 💫 In 2026, expect 200+ leading galleries from 30+ countries, showcasing 1,000+ artists — from blue-chip masters to radical emerging voices. Beyond booths, dive into site-specific installations, performance art in the ZⓢONA MACO Sur section, and cutting-edge digital projects. The fair’s energy mirrors Mexico City’s vibrant scene — chaotic, creative, and endlessly inspiring!
🎨✨ Highlights include curated talks with MoMA/Welcome Collection directors and late-night DJ sets blending cumbia with electronica. Don’t miss the "Ejes" sector for experimental political art!

Mission:

The mission of Zona Maco is to promote contemporary art and culture in Mexico and Latin America, as well as provide a platform for artists and galleries to showcase their work.
Organizer:

Zona Maco

🎨 Key Highlights of Zona Maco 2026

200+ elite galleries from 30+ countries, including:
White Cube (London) bringing a rare Julie Mehretu suite.
Kurimanzutto (CDMX) showcasing Gabriel Orozco’s unseen sketches.
Galería Lelong (Paris/NY) debuting Jaume Plensa’s luminous new sculptures.
Proyectos Monclova (Mexico) with Teresa Margolles’ politically charged installations.
💡 Pro tip: The "Nucleo" section is where curators hunt for future stars!

🎨 Why attend to Zona Maco 2026

🖼️ Collectors: From Hollywood celebs to European dynasties.
🏛️ Institutions: Tate, Guggenheim, MALBA, MUAC curators scout talent.
🎨 Artists: Tacita Dean to local collectives like Tercerunquinto.
📸 Public: Art lovers, designers, architects + Instagram aesthetes!
🤝 Networking: Rooftop mescal mixers and collector breakfasts.

🎟️ Ticket Information

Preview Pass (Feb 4): ~$300 USD (VIP only; invites via galleries).
Single Day: ~$35 USD.
Multi-Day Pass: ~$75 USD.
Students: Free entry Wed–Fri (ID required).
Book early! 30% discounts via website newsletters. 🎫

🚇 Getting there

Centro Citibanamex sits in Naucalpan, 12km NW of Centro Histórico:

✈️ Airports:

→ Aeropuerto Internacional (AICM): 40-min Uber (~$15 USD).
→ Felipe Ángeles (AIFA): 55-min shuttle (official fair buses run hourly).

🚇 Metro: Line 7 to El Rosario + 10-min taxi.
🚖 Taxis/Uber: Use app-based rides! Street taxis often overcharge.
🚌 Fair Shuttles: Free routes from Condesa, Roma, Polanco hotels (schedule on app).
🚗 Driving: Avoid it! Parking is ₱$200 MXN/day + traffic is hellish. 😅

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History of Zona Maco 2026

Founded in 2002 by visionary Zélika García, ZⓢONA MACO began as a scrappy 33-gallery fair in a Polanco hotel garage.
🚀 Key milestones:
→ 2005: Moved to Centro Banamex (now Citibanamex), doubling size.
→ 2013: Launched "ZⓢONA MACO Foto" and "Diseño" sections.
→ 2017: Hit 65k visitors, rivaling Art Basel Miami.
→ 2020: Pivoted to hybrid format during COVID → innovation boom!
→ 2024: Featured 212 galleries + 70k attendees.
Today, it’s the undisputed leader in LatAm art fairs, fueled by García’s passion and Mexico City’s cultural renaissance! 🌮🎭

🎨 Mission of Zona Maco 2026

ZⓢONA MACO exists to democratize art access while boosting Latin America’s global footprint. 🌍 Its mission:
→ Elevate Mexico as an art capital.
→ Bridge Latin American artists with international collectors.
→ Foster critical dialogue via ZⓢONA MACO Salón (non-profit section).
→ Promote sustainability (carbon-offset programs since 2020 ♻️).

→ Support education through free student passes and curator tours.

💡 Tips for Visitors of Zona Maco 2026

🕒 Go Early: Mornings = quiet booths, deeper convos.
👟 Wear Sneakers: 30,000+ sqm to cover — no heels! 😉
💧 Hydrate: Altitude (2,240m) + dry air = dehydration.
🗺️ Map App: Download the ZⓢONA MACO 2026 app for real-time booth updates.
🌶️ Fuel Up: Eat tacos al pastor at food trucks — avoid overpriced hall cafés!
📸 Photo Etiquette: Ask before snapping — some galleries prohibit photos.
💳 Payment: Bring cash (MXN/USD) for small editions; cards for big buys.
🎭 Parallel Shows: Hit Salón ACME & Material Art Fair (indie vibes!).
🧥 Layer Up: Hall AC is Arctic-level cold ❄️.
📅 Extend Your Trip: Explore CDMX’s museums (MUAC, Jumex, Anahuacalli).
🕒 Go Early: Mornings = quiet booths, deeper convos.
👟 Wear Sneakers: 30,000+ sqm to cover — no heels! 😉
💧 Hydrate: Altitude (2,240m) + dry air = dehydration.
🗺️ Map App: Download the ZⓢONA MACO 2026 app for real-time booth updates.
🌶️ Fuel Up: Eat tacos al pastor at food trucks — avoid overpriced hall cafés!
📸 Photo Etiquette: Ask before snapping — some galleries prohibit photos.
💳 Payment: Bring cash (MXN/USD) for small editions; cards for big buys.
🎭 Parallel Shows: Hit Salón ACME & Material Art Fair (indie vibes!).
🧥 Layer Up: Hall AC is Arctic-level cold ❄️.
📅 Extend Your Trip: Explore CDMX’s museums (MUAC, Jumex, Anahuacalli).

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