Bread Panaderos Artesanales
Start your morning where Monterrey's design-savvy crowd wakes up. The sourdough here is world-class, but it's the flaky guava pastries and sharp espresso that will properly fuel you for a long, hot northern day.
Centro de las Artes
Housed in a stunningly preserved 19th-century steel foundry inside Parque Fundidora, this cultural powerhouse juxtaposes heavy industrial ruins with sharp, contemporary Mexican art. Walk through the cavernous nave and check out the photography gallery.
KOLI Foro Gastronómico
The Rivera-Río brothers are redefining northeastern Mexican cuisine with a multi-course tasting menu that is deeply cerebral but never stuffy. Expect playful, highly sophisticated takes on local staples like cabrito and corn, paired with exceptional Mexican wines.
Habita MTY
Before the chaos of the festival, claim a spot at this sleek, minimalist rooftop pool bar designed by Joseph Dirand. Order a cold craft beer or a mezcal cocktail and watch the Sierra Madre mountains turn a dramatic shade of violet as the sun dips.
Parque Fundidora
Join thousands of football and music fans under the warm summer night for the headline set by Imagine Dragons at the FIFA Fan Festival. The energy here is massive, fueled by Monterrey's legendary stadium-like passion and a spectacular production setup.
Maverick
Wind down—or don't—at this stylishly moody watering hole in Centrito Valle. Known for its excellent vinyl soundtrack and bartenders who actually know how to build a proper Boulevardier, it is the perfect spot to unpack the day's highlights.
