Mexico City, February 11, 2026 – Open House CDMX, the festival inviting the public to rediscover the city and its architecture, announces its return for its sixth edition. From March 17 to 22, 2026, the festival will offer a week of activities, including workshops, talks, and specialized tours, culminating in the opening of more than 50 buildings on March 21 and 22.
Open House CDMX: A Global Initiative for Architectural Appreciation
As a proud member of Open House Worldwide-an international network of festivals that encourages public access to iconic locations in cities such as London, New York, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires-Open House CDMX aims to connect people with Mexico City’s rich architectural and cultural heritage, all free of charge. The festival, organized since 2018 by a multidisciplinary team led by Mariela Martínez, has become a significant platform for dialogue between citizens and architecture.
Theme for 2026: “Adaptations for the Future”
This year’s edition is articulated around the theme “Adaptations for the Future.” This theme encourages a collective reflection on the current challenges facing the city and the pivotal role of design, architecture, and urban planning in constructing more equitable, resilient, and humane environments. Mariela Martínez, the festival’s director, emphasized, “In Open House CDMX, we view architecture as an active response to the social, climatic, and urban challenges of our era.”
Addressing Urgent Topics Through Architecture
Open House CDMX 2026 will delve into critical topics such as resilience in the face of climate change, housing and social equity, the integration of nature into urban settings, mobility, sports infrastructure, and public spaces, as well as the innovative use of materials and technological advancements. The selection of buildings for this edition is curated to provoke thought on how architecture and design can contribute to these urgent discussions.
Program Highlights: Iconic Spaces and Engaging Activities
During the weekend of March 21 and 22, dozens of spaces of significant architectural, cultural, and social value will open their doors to the public. These include notable sites such as the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium (Taller ADG), the CIREC Recycling Plant, CASO (restoration by Francisco Pardo), Reserva Santa Fe (Taller ADG / HEMAA), and the Escuela A Favor del Niño (Taller ADG).
The program also features:
- Bosque de Chapultepec and its new infrastructure
- Casa Manuel Álvarez Bravo
- Casa Ortega (gardens) – Luis Barragán
- Chapultepec 1: Gensler Offices
- Cineteca Chapultepec – Mauricio Rocha
- Cineteca Nacional de México – Michel Rojkind
- Despacho WW+P
- Ferrocarril de Cuernavaca 780 – HEMAA
- Onto Álvaro Obregón – CRB
- Museo Diego Rivera Anahuacalli – Diego Rivera, Ruth Rivera Marín and Juan O’Gorman | expansion by Taller Mauricio Rocha
- Torre 41 (MCXA Offices) – Alberto Kalach
- Torre BBVA
- Torre Bioparque – Juan Pablo Serrano
From March 17 to 20, special activities will take place, including conversations, workshops, and specialized visits in collaboration with experts, institutions, and key urban agents. These activities include guided visits to emblematic buildings, construction workshops focusing on earth and self-construction, and talks with architects and specialists in sustainability, natural resource use, public space, energy, and mobility. A visit to the Anáhuac University Fabrication Laboratories with Gerardo Broissin is also scheduled.
Digital and Immersive Navigation with Bloomberg Connects
This year, the festival’s navigation will be digital and immersive, thanks to Bloomberg Connects. This free app and digital guide facilitates access and interaction with art, architecture, and culture directly from mobile devices, enhancing the visitor experience.
Looking Back and Forward
In 2025, OHCDMX attracted over 25,000 participants and featured spaces like Javier Senosiain’s Conjunto Satélite, Rozana Montiel’s Pilares Presidentes, Luis Barragán’s Casa Gilardi, and Mathias Goeritz’s Museo Experimental El Eco. The success of previous editions underscores the growing public interest in architecture and urban development.
A council of eight invited guests, including renowned architects, musicians, and artists, along with allies from Archdifusión, supports the curation of the participating spaces. More details about the activities, participating spaces, and the complete program will be announced soon on the official website and social media channels.
Don’t miss Open House CDMX 2026-an opportunity to imagine, question, and inhabit the future from today!
Source: edomexaldia.com
