Choco Story Zócalo Celebrates Its First Anniversary with a Week-Long Cultural Cacao Festival
The Choco Story Zócalo Cacao and Chocolate Museum is marking its first year as a premier cultural and culinary landmark in the heart of Mexico City. To commemorate this milestone, the museum will host a special festival from August 17 to August 23, 2026, featuring hands-on workshops, curated tastings, archaeological lectures, and live music performances.
Located just steps behind the Metropolitan Cathedral, Choco Story Zócalo has quickly become an essential stop for travelers seeking to explore the rich ancestral heritage of Mesoamerican cacao alongside contemporary chocolate craftsmanship. This anniversary week offers international visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Mexico’s living culinary traditions.
Special Anniversary Highlights & Culinary Experiences
Throughout the week, guests can participate in interactive cultural activities designed for all ages (subject to space availability):
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Traditional Metate Grinding & Chocolate Workshops: Daily hands-on sessions where visitors can learn to process raw cacao using the pre-Hispanic metate (lava stone grinder) and craft their own traditional chocolate.
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Global Chocolate Tastings: Guided tastings featuring fine bonbons paired with distinct flavor profiles from around the world.
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History & Archaeology Session (Saturday, August 22): A special lecture by renowned archaeologist Raúl Barrera Rodríguez on the excavation and significance of the ancient Aztec Huei Tzompantli discovered nearby, followed by a live musical performance.
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Family Day & Closing Concert (Sunday, August 23): Interactive traditional Mexican loteria games, family activities, and a grand finale closing concert.
Essential Visitor Information
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Dates: Monday, August 17 to Sunday, August 23, 2026.
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Location: Choco Story Zócalo — República de Guatemala 24, Historic Center, Mexico City (directly behind the Metropolitan Cathedral).
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Museum Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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Activity Access: Capacity is limited for workshops and lectures; early arrival is recommended.