WELCOME TO IRAPUATO
WMF Connections Irapuato 2026 is a strategic gathering designed to strengthen Mexico’s meetings industry through high-value connections, relevant content, and carefully curated experiences. This event brings together industry leaders, key buyers, and specialized suppliers in a dynamic and effective format that fosters real business opportunities.
In an environment that combines professionalism, approachability, and dynamism, WMF Connections promotes the exchange of ideas, the formation of partnerships, and the development of new opportunities within the MICE industry. Irapuato thus becomes the ideal setting to connect, inspire, and grow the region’s meetings community.
In the heart of the Bajío region, better known as the World Capital of Strawberries, lies Irapuato, a municipality in the heart of Mexico with the infrastructure to host events for up to 5,000 people. It is rich in culture, history, and attractions unique to the region, with an invaluable network of suppliers that stands out for its quality and versatility in adapting to the needs of every organizer. We invite you to discover the perfect city to host your next event.
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WHAT DO THE NUMBERS SAY?
Hosted buyers from national companies operating in the agro-industrial, sports, and automotive sectors.
Key components of the Guanajuato destination value chain.
with a total capacity of 60 people at the event
Average value per business: $150,000 – $250,000 MXN
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KEY FACTS
Strategically located in the heart of the country.
Inforum Irapuato can host events for 100 to 60,000 people.
Quality Assurance.
Additional historic venues for events.
PROGRAM
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026
| SCHEDULE | ACTIVITY | PLACE |
| 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Departure and transfer from Mexico City to Irapuato , by land | National Auditorium |
| 1:00 PM – 2:45 PM | Food | Hotsson Hotel |
| 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM | Transfer | to City Hall |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Tour of the Historic District and Inclusive Sensory Activity: Salvadora Almaraz Mural “Eyes Closed, Senses Open” | City Hall |
| 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Transfer | to Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato |
| 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Check-in at the Host Hotel —time to freshen up | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Site Inspection of the Host Hotel | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Transfer | to the Salvador Almaraz Museum |
| 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Welcome Cocktail | Salvador Almaraz Museum |
| 10:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Transfer | to Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato |
| 10:30 p.m. | End of Activities |
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026
| SCHEDULE | ACTIVITY | PLACE |
| 6:40 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. | Transfer | to Irekua Park |
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Wellness Mormig Run 4 Fun | Irekua Park |
| 8:00 – 8:15 | Transfer | to Hotel Galeria Plaza |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Breakfast and Presentation on Irapuato as a Destination | Tarasco Rooms 3 and 4 , Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato |
| 10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | : Round 1 Business Meetings | Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato Tarasco Rooms 1 and 2 |
| 11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Break | |
| 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM | : Round 2 Business Meetings | Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato Tarasco Rooms 1 and 2 |
| 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM | Keynote , Speaker 1 | Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato Tarasco Rooms 1 and 2 |
| 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. | Transfer | to Cavas de Mendiola |
| 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Lunch Networking time Site inspection | Mendiola Winery |
| 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Transfer | Santa Margarita Golf Club |
| 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM | Golf Clinic | Santa Margarita Golf Club |
| 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Transfer | to Hotel Galeria Plaza |
| 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Free time to cool off | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Dinner with friends : A barbecue with a view | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 11:00 p.m. | End of activities |
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026
| SCHEDULE | ACTIVITY | PLACE |
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast for Guests | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Transfer | to the Countryside |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Strawberry Pisco Explore the strawberry fields | Countryside |
| 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Transfer | to Hotel Galeria Plaza |
| 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM | Time to cool off | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 1:50 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Transfer | to Inforum |
| 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | CANIRAC Lunch , and Networking Time | Inforum |
| 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Break | Inforum |
| 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM | : Round 3 Business Meetings | Inforum |
| 5:00 PM – 5:15 PM | Break | Inforum |
| 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM | Round 4 Business Meetings | Inforum |
| 6:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Transfer | to Hotel Galeria Plaza |
| 6:45 PM – 7:40 PM | Time to cool off | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 7:40 PM – 8:00 PM | Transfer | to the Arandas Treasury |
| 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM | KEYNOTE Speaker 2 | Arandas Estate |
| 8:45 PM – 12:00 AM | Closing Dinner Theme: 2026 World Cup Everyone in the Mexican national team jersey | Arandas Estate |
| 12:00 a.m.–1:30 a.m. | Transfer | to Hotel Galería Plaza Irapuato |
| 1:30 | End of activities |
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026
| SCHEDULE | ACTIVITY | PLACE |
| 8:30–9:30 a.m. | Breakfast for guests | Galería Plaza Hotel Irapuato |
| 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Appointment at Salons | Tarasco 3 and 4 |
| 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | ADVISORY BOARD | TARASCO ROOM 3 AND 4 |
| 12:00 | Check Out | Lobby of the Galeria Plaza Hotel |
| 12:30 | Return to CDMX | National Auditorium |
OUR HOST HOTEL
Elegant design and an atmosphere inspired by Japanese culture, located near the city’s main attractions and Inforum, just 30 minutes from Guanajuato International Airport via easy road access.
A special venue for events of up to 700 guests. Spa / Ofuro (traditional Japanese bath). Rooftop gym with heated pool. Parking with 236 spaces. Restaurant, bar, and room service.
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