Introduction to the January Ciclotón
The first Ciclotón of 2026 will take place on Sunday, January 25th, in Mexico City, with a special edition dedicated to January, the month of environmental education, according to city authorities. This event, as with every last Sunday of the month, will open several roadways for cyclists, runners, and roller communities to enjoy the city without cars.
Relevance of the Event
The Ciclotón has become a significant inclusive space where cyclists, runners, and roller communities participate. They take advantage of temporarily closed roadways to safely explore the city, promote physical activity, and encourage public space usage. In this edition, the theme of environmental education aims to reinforce messages about sustainable mobility, environmental care, and responsible urban appropriation.
Route of the January Ciclotón
The circuit spans approximately 66 kilometers, covering major avenues in the capital and connecting the north, center, and south of the city. The roadways included for this year’s first Ciclotón are:
- Avenida La Fortuna
- Calzada de Guadalupe
- Avenida Paseo de la Reforma
- Julio Verne
- Sevilla
- Durango
- Mazatlán
- Avenida Patriotismo
- Avenida Río Mixcoac
- Avenida Río Churubusco
- Oriente 110 – Cafetal
- Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
Additionally, the circuit within the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez will have an approximate extension of 3 kilometers, perfect for recreational and family rides.
Services and Recommendations
Along the route, 14 service stations will be set up, offering hydration, basic mechanical assistance, medical attention, and physiotherapy to address any unforeseen circumstances during the event.
Authorities reminded participants to circle extreme rightward to prevent accidents and ensure safe coexistence with cyclists and roller communities.
A City-Wide Event
The Ciclotón has established itself as an inclusive space for cyclists, runners, and roller communities. Participants use temporarily closed roadways to safely explore the city, encourage physical activity, and promote public space usage. This edition’s environmental education theme aims to emphasize sustainable mobility, environmental care, and responsible urban appropriation.
City authorities encourage the public to plan their routes, attend with family, and respect instructions for a recreational day marking the start of Mexico City’s 2026 Ciclotón calendar.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Ciclotón? The Ciclotón is a monthly event in Mexico City where selected roadways are temporarily closed for cyclists, runners, and roller communities to enjoy the city without cars.
- When is the first Ciclotón of 2026? The first Ciclotón of 2026 will take place on Sunday, January 25th.
- What is the theme for this edition? The theme for this edition is environmental education, focusing on sustainable mobility, environmental care, and responsible urban appropriation.
- What is the route for this Ciclotón? The route covers major avenues in Mexico City, connecting the north, center, and south of the capital. It includes Avenida La Fortuna, Calzada de Guadalupe, Avenida Paseo de la Reforma, Julio Verne, Sevilla, Durango, Mazatlán, Avenida Patriotismo, Avenida Río Mixcoac, Avenida Río Churubusco, Oriente 110 – Cafetal, and an approximate 3-kilometer stretch within the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
- What services will be available during the event? Along the route, 14 service stations will offer hydration, basic mechanical assistance, medical attention, and physiotherapy.
