A lot will happen in Monterrey this 2026: we tell you all the dates you can't miss to organize your vacations in advance.
If you are ready to start planning your getaways, here is the definitive calendar of holidays and long weekends this 2026 in Mexico. Monterrey will be one of the cities that will play a leading role this year.
Between holidays, school vacations and the awaited World Cup 2026, the Sultana del Norte will be one of the most visited destinations in the country, so you should keep these dates in mind to make the most of it.
To begin with, the Federal Labor Law establishes several days off that give shape to the Mexico 2026 Bridges, ideal for traveling or enjoying special activities. The official bridges will be:
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Monday, February 2, 2026: in commemoration of February 5th.
Monday, March 16, 2026: in commemoration of March 21
Friday, May 1, 2026: in observance of Labor Day
Wednesday, September 16, 2026: in observance of Independence Day
Monday, November 16, 2026: in observance of November 20, 2026
Friday, December 25, 2026: in observance of Christmas Day
A lot will happen in Monterrey this 2026: we tell you all the dates you can't miss to organize your vacations in advance.
What about vacations.
SEP confirmed that the 2025-2026 school year concludes on July 15, 2026, marking the beginning of the summer vacations.
For its part, Semana Santa 2026 will be celebrated from Sunday, March 29 to Sunday, April 5, a season in which Monterrey usually receives visitors thanks to its weather, concerts and natural tourist attractions for climbing.
But without a doubt, the event that will put Monterrey at the center of the world map will be the 2026 World Cup. Although the opening match will be held in CDMX, Monterrey will host important matches at the BBVA Stadium and a vibrant soccer and cultural agenda.
With so many key moments, the Bridges 2026 Mexico and the full calendar of the year, you can now organize your year perfectly well to make it the best of many.