From November 11 to 13, 2026, the Centro Cultural El Rule in Mexico City will become the global epicenter of creativity and sustainable urban planning. The Secretary of Culture of Mexico City is organizing the interdisciplinary event titled “Ciudad de México, Ciudad Creativa del Diseño: Innovar desde nuestras raíces” (Mexico City, Creative City of Design: Innovating from Our Roots). This international gathering brings together more than 20 national and international experts to discuss the intersections of design, sustainability, and urban innovation.
The event also serves as a key milestone leading up to the 10th anniversary of Mexico City joining the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the Design category. To provide a diverse global perspective, the forum will feature creative representatives from international network members, including Dundee (UK) and Montreal (Canada), alongside Mexican creative cities like Querétaro and Morelia.
All activities and workshops are structured around five core thematic pillars: Origin (identity and territory), Matter (traditional trades and biomaterials), Community (inclusive public spaces), Transformation (creative economy and social innovation), and Future (urban resilience). In addition to deep architectural and technological discussions, the program will explore traditional trades and local gastronomy as vital tools for preserving cultural identity and driving modern innovation.
The main activities will take place daily at the Centro Cultural El Rule, located at Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas No. 6 in the Historic Center of Mexico City. Co-created laboratories, immersive cross-disciplinary experiences, and parallel cultural events will also expand to other centers and boroughs across the capital. The forum is organized in close collaboration with the Universal Promotion for Architectural Diffusion of Mexico (FUNDARQ), COPARMEX CDMX, and The Chef Meets México.
To participate in the conferences, workshops, and collaborative laboratories, you can secure your spot and find more details on the