Beer on the street for the 2026 World Cup? Monterrey and Guadalupe are considering allowing alcohol in the FIFA Corridor.

Monterrey and Guadalupe are considering allowing alcohol consumption in public spaces during 2026 FIFA World Cup matches

The World Cup atmosphere in Monterrey could be felt long before arriving at the stadium. Authorities in Monterrey and Guadalupe are considering allowing alcohol consumption in public areas during the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, specifically along the so-called FIFA Corridor, an approximately 8-kilometer pedestrian route.

This plan seeks to replicate the experience of other World Cup host cities, where thousands of fans walk, socialize, and celebrate on their way to matches in a festive atmosphere.

The World Cup atmosphere in Monterrey could be felt long before arriving at the stadium.

An 8-kilometer route from downtown to the stadium.

The FIFA Corridor would start at Plaza Zaragoza, in downtown Monterrey, and pass through key locations such as Barrio Antiguo, Fundidora Park, España Park, and the Federico Gómez Green Corridor.

The route would then continue toward Guadalupe along avenues such as Zaragoza, Las Américas, and Avenida Exposición, until reaching the Rayados stadium.

This route is part of the mobility strategy for the World Cup, as thousands of people are expected to travel on foot or by light rail on match days.

Different rules in Monterrey and Guadalupe.

The proposal includes a controlled tolerance policy, though with variations between municipalities.

On the one hand, in Guadalupe, officials are considering allowing alcohol consumption only on the eve of and on match days, with a curfew set for around 2:00 a.m.

In Monterrey, the issue is still under review. The municipal administration plans to discuss it in committees before bringing it to the City Council and has indicated that any permits would be more restrictive, limited to certain areas and times.

There are also concerns about safety and cleanliness.

Although the idea aims to create a festive atmosphere, residents of nearby areas have expressed concerns about potential issues such as noise, litter, or safety.

In light of this, authorities are planning special security and cleanup operations on match days, seeking to balance the celebration with urban order.

The 2026 World Cup could transform the fan experience in Monterrey, not only inside the stadium but also on the way there. And this FIFA Corridor is poised to become one of the key highlights of the city’s soccer festivities.