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✈️How to get to Machaca
Planning your trip to Machaca? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Monterrey International Airport (MTY), about 18 km from the venue.
- Allow about 25 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Monterrey or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near Machaca
Accommodation near the Machaca site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Monterrey, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Monterrey.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🗺️Things to do near Machaca
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around Machaca. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Monterrey and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
Machaca 2026: the rock festival in Monterrey, Mexico
Machaca is one of northern Mexico's major festivals, dedicated to international rock and alternative pop. Held at Expo Feria Guadalupe near Monterrey, this annual gathering brings together 5 artists for a day of concerts celebrating the iconic female voices of the 90s and 2000s, in a nostalgic and festive atmosphere.
The 2026 edition features a 100% female lineup reuniting the defining voices of alternative rock and pop rock. Among the headliners: Garbage, pioneers of industrial rock and trip hop, Alanis Morissette, Canadian alternative rock legend, and The Cardigans, Swedish indie pop icons.
The programming explores 90s pop territories with Natalie Imbruglia and her emblematic post-grunge hit, while Lindsey Stirling brings a contemporary touch with her blend of classical crossover, dubstep, and electronica. A unique female celebration of alternative music.
On April 18, 2026, Monterrey will celebrate these iconic artists. A day of nostalgia and energy for all alternative rock fans. Check the lineup and book your tickets.
Edited by the festt.io team — last revised on May 15, 2026
