Free Michael Jackson Tribute Concert in Mexico City: Dates and Venue

Mexico City will host a free tribute event dedicated to the legacy of Michael Jackson on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026. The celebration, which combines cinematic screenings and live musical performances, is designed to honor the influence of the artist on global music and pop culture.

The event will take place at the Centro Cultural Futurama, located at Otavalo 7, at the corner of Avenida IPN in the Lindavista neighborhood of the Gustavo A. Madero borough. According to reports from Descubre México and Ciudad de México Secreta, admission to all activities is free of charge.

Cinematic Retrospective on April 18

The first day of the tribute, Saturday, April 18, 2026, is dedicated to the seventh art. The schedule features a series of screenings showcasing the most emblematic short films and video projects created by Michael Jackson.

The programming for the day begins at 14:00 with a screening of Captain EO, a production directed by Francis Ford Coppola. This will be followed at 14:25 by Moonwalker, which serves as an anthology of the artist’s videos and concert performances.

The cinematic portion of the event concludes at 16:15 with the screening of Thriller, the short film credited with transforming the history of the music video.

Live Musical Tribute on April 19

The second day, Sunday, April 19, 2026, shifts the focus to a live musical experience. A tribute concert is scheduled to begin at 16:00, featuring a combination of musicians and dancers.

The performance will interpret some of the singer’s most iconic hits, specifically including Beat It and Billie Jean. The production aims to recreate the choreography and sound that defined the King of Pop’s career.

Venue Access and Logistics

Because the event is free and open to the public, organizers recommend that attendees arrive early to secure a place, as the venue’s capacity may be reached quickly.

The Centro Cultural Futurama is accessible via public transportation. Attendees can use the following options:

• Metro: Lindavista station on Line 6, located a few blocks from the venue.
• Metrobús: Instituto Politécnico Nacional station on Line 6.

Industry Context of Michael Jackson Tributes

Large-scale tribute productions for Michael Jackson have a history of significant commercial and critical success within the entertainment industry. One of the most prominent examples is the Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour, produced by Cirque du Soleil in partnership with the Estate of Michael Jackson.

Running from October 2, 2011, to August 31, 2014, the Immortal World Tour combined Jackson’s music with acrobatic performances. The production is recognized as the highest-grossing tribute show in history, amassing $371 million in revenue from ticket sales.

The Cirque du Soleil production performed a total of 501 shows across 141 cities in 27 countries, including legs in North America, Europe, Asia, Oceania, and Latin America. This historical precedent underscores the enduring global demand for performances that celebrate the artist’s musical and visual contributions.