Corn is one of the most important foods in Mexican gastronomy, as it forms part of daily nourishment and of numerous traditions that remain alive in various regions of the country. Each 29 de septiembre is commemorated the DÃa Nacional del MaÃz, a date to recognize its cultural, agricultural and nutritional value, as well as the work of those involved in its production.
To celebrate this date, the Ciudad de México will this Tuesday 29 de septiembre of 2026 host free activities for those seeking to enjoy farm products and learn more about this ingredient. Among the options are two eventos gastronómicos dedicated to this important food of the cocina mexicana.
If you still do not have plans for today, these fairs may be an opportunity to leave home, enjoy Mexican gastronomy and learn about different products and preparations made from this cereal. Below we tell you where they take place, what their hours are and what you should know before attending.
1. Expo del Campo Mexicano: productos del campo y alimentos para el bienestar
The first option is the Expo del Campo Mexicano, an event that seeks to bring the capital’s residents closer to farm products and to programs that contribute to the nourishment and well-being of Mexican families.
The expo will feature products from Sembrando Vida, Leche para el Bienestar and Alimentación para el Bienestar, in addition to other proposals related to the Mexican countryside. The event will take place this Tuesday, September 29, from 9:00 to 18:00 hours, at the Explanada Mujeres Rurales, located at Municipio Libre No. 377, Santa Cruz Atoyac neighborhood, Benito Juárez Borough, Mexico City.
Admission to this gastronomic event will be free, so attendees will be able to tour the expo and learn about the products available. This option is ideal for those who wish to get closer to the work of Mexican producers and learn about different initiatives related to agriculture and food; furthermore, it will include a cultural presentation by the Faculty of Music of the UNAM.
2. Grand Elotiza Nacional at the Zócalo: elotes, esquites and cultural activities
The second option is the Grand Elotiza Nacional, which will arrive at the Plaza de la Constitución to celebrate the DÃa Nacional del MaÃz with gastronomic, cultural and educational activities. The day aims to recognize the importance of this food in Mexican identity and to bring the public closer to the different ways it is consumed in the country. The event will take place this Tuesday 29 September, from 11:00 to 19:00 hours, at the Zócalo of Mexico City, located in the Historic Center.
During the celebration, attendees will be able to enjoy traditional preparations made with maÃz, such as elotes and esquites, as well as participate in games and activities for different ages. There will also be an exhibition about the names of maÃz in indigenous languages, an interactive mural where attendees can leave messages and drawings, as well as a display of recipes in which this ingredient is the protagonist.
Admission to the gastronomic event will be free; however, the availability and prices of foods will depend on each participating vendor. The Gran Elotiza is an option for those who wish to enjoy one of Mexico’s most popular snacks and discover the variety of preparations that can be made with this ingredient, in a celebration that brings together gastronomy, culture and tradition in the heart of the capital.
