TUCSON, AZ – The 15th annual Vamos a Tucson Mexican Baseball Fiesta, presented by Dos Equis and Vantage West, will return to Kina Veterans Memorial Stadium from October 1-4, 2026. This year’s Fiesta proudly celebrates 15 years of Mexican Baseball, marking the “quinceañera” of the tournament, and bringing together the best of baseball, live music, and culinary traditions that unite the community year after year.
The 2026 Fiesta will feature exciting changes to the traditional Arizona Wildcats matchup. In a shift from previous years, the UofA and the Naranjeros de Hermosillo will face off in the very first game of the tournament on October 1st.
The lineup of participating teams includes the Naranjeros de Hermosillo, Yaquis de Obregón, Águilas de Mexicali, and Jaguares de Nayarit, continuing the high-energy tradition of the Liga Mexicano de/ Paclfico.
Fans can look forward to vibrant experiences, including traditional post-game concerts and community-focused events following the action on the field. Full details on the post-game concert lineup and promotional nights will be released soon.
‘‘The Tucson community has welcomed the Mexican Baseball Fiesta with open arms since our first year in 2011. Our mission has always been to serve as a cultural bridge through baseball and entertainment” said Francisco Gamez, founder of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta. “This year is incredibly special as we celebrate our 15th anniversary-our quinceanera-with a massive matchup right out of the gate between UofA and the Naranjeros.“
“Kino Sports Complex is thrilled and honored to once again serve as the Tucson home for the Mexican Baseball Fiesta. Our longstanding partnership with MBF and Pima County reflects a shared commitment to growing this incredible event year after year. We’re proud to help bring the energy, passion, and tradition of Mexican baseball to our community,” added Sarah Hanna, Director for the Pima County Stadium District-Kino Sports Complex.
“Strong communities are built through meaningful connections, and our partnership with Mexican Baseball Fiesta is a perfect example of that,” said Mark Papoccia, Chief Commercial & Impact Officer at Vantage West. “Baseball has a unique ability to bring people together across generations, cultures, and backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging and community pride. We’re proud to support an event that celebrates the rich traditions of our region while creating opportunities for families, neighbors, and fans to connect, celebrate, and make lasting memories.“
“We don’t always watch baseball, but when we do, we prefer The Mexican Baseball Fiesta!” – Most Interesting Man in the World
Tickets for the Vamos a Tucson Mexican Baseball Fiesta will go on sale July 27th at 12pm available at www.mexicanbaseballfiesta.com. Box seat tickets are $28, adult general admission is $23, and tickets for students (ages 6-16) and seniors are $10. Children under six may attend free of charge.
For event updates and tickets, visit www.mexicanbaseballfiesta.com.
