What to Do in Monterrey in October 2026: Book Fair and Tiësto
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A book fair, Pablo Alborán, Alejandro Sanz and Tiësto fill the second half of October. The month, day by day.
MONTERREY — The things to do in Monterrey in October 2026 run from a free book fair at Cintermex to arena concerts by Tiësto and Alejandro Sanz and two seasonal parks. This guide lists 15 events from Monday 12 October to the end of the month, with dates, venues and prices where we could confirm them.
October has no national public holiday in Mexico, so offices and banks keep normal hours. Prices in pesos (MXN) are converted at the RT rate of 12 October 2026, about US$0.055 per peso.
12 to 18 October: Book Fair and Big Concerts
Until Sunday 18 October
Feria Internacional del Libro Monterrey 2026
Cintermex, Parque Fundidora · Free general admission
The 34th edition of the book fair, organised by Tec de Monterrey, runs from 10 to 18 October at Cintermex. General admission is free, so you can come for an hour of talks or a full day.
Thursday 15 October, 21:00
Pablo Alborán, KM0 tour
Auditorio Banamex, Parque Fundidora
The Spanish singer-songwriter brings his KM0 tour to Monterrey. Mexican press lists the show at 21:00.
Thursday 15 October
Alfredo Olivas
Arena Monterrey
The regional Mexican singer plays Arena Monterrey on the same night as Pablo Alborán. Local concert agendas list the date; check the ticket seller for the start time.
Friday 16 October
Enjambre
Auditorio Banamex, Parque Fundidora
The Mexican rock band plays the Auditorio Banamex. Local press and concert agendas list the date; check the ticket seller for the start time.
Friday 16 October, 21:30
Little Jesus, Río Salvaje 10 Años
Foro Corona
The Mexican indie band marks ten years of its album Río Salvaje. Ticket listings give a 21:30 start.
Saturday 17 October, 21:00
Alejandro Sanz
Estadio Borregos
The Spanish singer plays the stadium on his Mexican tour. ADN40 puts tickets for the full tour between MXN 1,240 (about US$68) and MXN 6,324 (about US$346).
23 to 25 October: Balloons, Cumbia and Electronic Music
Friday 23 to Sunday 25 October
Cielo Mágico
Santiago, Nuevo León
The 10th anniversary edition of the hot-air balloon festival promises 50 balloons in the town of Santiago, south of the city. Tickets are sold through Boletomóvil.
Friday 23 October
Tiësto
Arena Monterrey
The Dutch DJ plays the arena in Monterrey. Check the ticket seller for the start time and price tiers.
Friday 23 and Saturday 24 October, 21:00
Los Ángeles Azules
Escenario GNP Seguros
The Mexican cumbia group plays two nights, with listings giving a 21:00 start.
Friday 23 October
Bad Gyal
Auditorio Banamex, Parque Fundidora
The Spanish artist plays the Auditorio Banamex. Our Bad Gyal Mexico 2026 guide has the tour dates.
28 to 31 October: Aitana, a Foundry Fair and Halloween Night
Wednesday 28 October
Aitana
Auditorio Banamex, Parque Fundidora
The Spanish pop singer plays the Auditorio Banamex. Local concert agendas list the date.
Wednesday 28 to Friday 30 October
FUNDIEXPO 2026
Cintermex, Parque Fundidora
A biennial trade fair for the foundry industry. It is aimed at industry visitors, not the general public.
Saturday 31 October
Panteón Rococó
Auditorio Banamex, Parque Fundidora
The Mexican ska band plays on Halloween night. Reports differ on the start time, between 20:00 and 21:00, so check the ticket seller. Our Panteón Rococó tour guide has the tour dates.
Running Through the Month
Until Sunday 1 November, Friday to Sunday only
Parque de las Calabazas
Parque Fundidora · Friday MXN 100 (about US$5.50), Saturday and Sunday MXN 120 (about US$6.60)
The pumpkin park opens Fridays from 15:00 to 23:00 and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 23:00. Those are general-admission prices, and a fast pass costs more.
Until Monday 2 November
Xantoluz
Parque España · Adults MXN 280 (about US$15), children MXN 224 (about US$12)
A Day of the Dead festival that opened on 1 October. The prices include booking fees and may rise later in the season.
Planning Your Monterrey in October
Mexico’s Federal Labor Law lists no mandatory rest day in October 2026, and 12 October is a normal working day. Offices, banks and shops keep their usual hours.
Check prices with the venue or the official seller, as resale listings can differ widely. Confirm start times a day before, because several listings disagree.
Settling in? Read our Monterrey cost of living guide, the Moving to Mexico checklist and our Mexico hub, or browse Expats in Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a book fair in Monterrey in October 2026?
Yes. The 34th Feria Internacional del Libro Monterrey runs from 10 to 18 October at Cintermex, with free general admission.
Which big concerts are in Monterrey in October 2026?
Pablo Alborán plays the Auditorio Banamex on Thursday 15 October, Alejandro Sanz plays Estadio Borregos on Saturday 17 October and Tiësto plays Arena Monterrey on Friday 23 October.
Is there a public holiday in Monterrey in October 2026?
No. Mexico’s Federal Labor Law lists no mandatory rest day in October 2026, and 12 October is a normal working day.
What Halloween and Day of the Dead events are in Monterrey?
Parque de las Calabazas opens Friday to Sunday until 1 November, Xantoluz runs at Parque España until 2 November, and Panteón Rococó plays on Saturday 31 October.
Sources: emprendedor.com, Excélsior, Monterrey Secreto, Players of Life, October concerts, Players of Life, Parque de las Calabazas, Players of Life, Xantoluz, Foundry Planet, El Imparcial. Retrieved 12 October 2026.
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