2026 World Cup Trophy Tour in Mexico: Official Route Through 10 Cities

Adrenaline is running high. With just 134 days until the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico is preparing to experience one of the most anticipated moments in world football. The official trophy tour has confirmed dates and routes, visiting 10 cities across the country in a journey aimed at bringing the World Cup dream closer to millions of fans. As international media coverage highlights, personalities like Laila Hasanovic have emphasized the importance of these tours in connecting fans with the magic of the tournament before it begins.

Clara Brugada, Head of Government of Mexico City, announced the details of this triumphant tour at a press conference held at the Monument to the Revolution. During the event, Jürgen Mainka, FIFA’s General Director in Mexico, described the tour as “an exciting prelude, a unique opportunity to bring the World Cup dream closer to the people.” This tour is part of a global strategy in which the trophy will also visit the host countries, the United States and Canada, generating excitement across the American continent.

Official Schedule: The Trophy’s Journey Through Mexico

The route will start in Guadalajara, where the trophy will be available from February 28 to March 2 at the Estadio Guadalajara. The tour will then continue through León (March 4-5 at the Poliforum), Veracruz (March 6-7 at the WTC), Chihuahua (March 9-10 at the Convention Center), and Querétaro (March 11-12 at the Convention Center).

The northeastern cities will also have their turn: Monterrey will host the trophy from March 14-16 at Estadio Monterrey, followed by Puebla (March 18-19 at the Convention Center) and Mérida (March 21-22 at the International Convention Center). From Mérida, the trophy will begin a tour across Latin America before returning to Mexico to be displayed at the Banorte Stadium in Mexico, the venue for the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.

This touring structure allows fans from different regions of the country to have direct access to the most iconic symbol of the World Cup, democratizing an experience that has traditionally been limited to more exclusive venues.

From Guadalajara to Mexico City: Complete Itinerary

The 2026 World Cup route reflects a clear strategy: to bring the trophy not only to the venues where matches will be played but also to football-loving cities like Chihuahua, Veracruz, and Yucatán. This marks a shift from previous editions of the tournament.

In the case of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, the trophy tour started in more accessible spaces for the general public. Claudia Sheinbaum, former President of Mexico, supported this inclusive vision at the time, stating that “the FIFA tour stopped being ‘fifí’ and became a popular tour.” For 2026, this philosophy remains and expands, ensuring all regions can participate in the experience of seeing the most prestigious football trophy.

The Experience in the Capital: Utopía Magdalena Mixuca Hosts the Trophy

Mexico City will be the final stop of the national tour, receiving the trophy from June 5-8 at Utopía Magdalena Mixuca, an iconic space located in the Iztapalapa borough, considered one of the most central points of the capital. This location is no coincidence: it reflects the commitment to bring the World Cup experience to popular neighborhoods where most fans reside.

Clara Brugada emphasized that “we want the majority of the population to live, enjoy, and connect with what generates excitement.” Access will be completely free, allowing anyone to approach the trophy, take photos, and experience a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Utopía Magdalena Mixuca will be completing its renovation just in time to host the most important symbol of global sport.

How to Participate in the Tour: Registration Steps

Although access to the tour is free, organizers have implemented a pre-registration system to ensure order and security at the venues. Interested fans should follow a simple but important process.

Steps to register for the Trophy Tour:

1. Visit the official Trophy Tour website (link will be shared soon on FIFA’s official channels)
2. Click on “Register”
3. Enter your email address
4. Input the verification code sent to your inbox
5. Complete your profile with full name, phone number, and date of birth

Fans in Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Mexico City should stay alert to official FIFA announcements, where specific instructions and registration opening dates for each city will be shared. For now, it’s possible to create a preliminary account with your email to be ready when full registration opens.

The World Cup Phenomenon in CDMX: Additional Activities for Fans

The capital will not only host the trophy in June but will also feature a full calendar of activities that will make the 2026 World Cup experience unforgettable. On March 1, 2026, a massive football class is scheduled with the goal of breaking the Guinness World Record for simultaneous participation, demonstrating the city’s passion for the beautiful game.

A week before the tournament’s debut, on May 31, the “largest wave in the world” event will take place, starting at the Zócalo and traveling to the Azteca Stadium, inviting all citizens to participate in this collective expression of enthusiasm.

The climax will arrive on Sunday, June 21, with the World Cup Parade, a celebration scheduled ten days after the tournament begins. The event will take over Paseo de la Reforma, transforming the city’s most important avenue into a festival of world football.

Complementing these events, the exhibition “Collective Memory 70 and 86: The City That Never Stops Playing” will showcase historical artifacts from the World Cups hosted by Mexico in 1970 and 1986: jerseys, tickets, and objects that evoke those memorable tournaments that left an indelible mark on Mexican football history. These memories will allow new generations of fans to connect with the country’s football legacy as they prepare to experience the next major tournament at home.