L.A. Landmark to Host Mexico's 2026 World Cup Cultural Hub

The L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes will be the site of "Casa Mexico" during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Officials have announced that the L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes will serve as the official hospitality and cultural hub for Mexico during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and the Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles made the designation on Tuesday morning, stating the hub will be known as "Casa Mexico".

Why it matters

The 2026 World Cup will be the first time the event is hosted by multiple countries - the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Establishing an official cultural hub for Mexico in a prominent Los Angeles landmark is a strategic move to showcase Mexican culture and hospitality to the influx of international visitors expected for the tournament.

The details

The L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes, a museum and cultural center in downtown Los Angeles, will be transformed into "Casa Mexico" during the 2026 World Cup. The hub will serve as a gathering place for Mexican fans, offer traditional Mexican food and entertainment, and provide a gateway for visitors to experience Mexican culture.

  • The designation was announced on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
  • The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June to July 2026.

The players

Karen Bass

The Mayor of Los Angeles.

Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles

The diplomatic office representing Mexico's interests in the Los Angeles region.

L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes

A museum and cultural center in downtown Los Angeles that will host the "Casa Mexico" hub during the 2026 World Cup.

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What they’re saying

“The 2026 World Cup will be the first time the event is hosted by multiple countries - the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Establishing an official cultural hub for Mexico in a prominent Los Angeles landmark is a strategic move to showcase Mexican culture and hospitality to the influx of international visitors expected for the tournament.”

— Karen Bass, Mayor of Los Angeles (KTLA 5)

What’s next

The L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes will begin preparations to transform the space into "Casa Mexico" in the months leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The takeaway

The designation of the L.A. Plaza de Cultura y Artes as the official Mexican cultural hub for the 2026 World Cup highlights Los Angeles' role as a global city and the strong cultural ties between Mexico and the United States. It will provide an opportunity for international visitors to immerse themselves in Mexican traditions and hospitality during the world's biggest sporting event.