The Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) published a decree approved by the Mexican government establishing the suspension of classes and work on June 11 in Mexico City (CDMX).
The World Cup is about to begin with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Mexico City Stadium. For this reason, the Mexican government decreed the suspension of classes this Thursday, June 11.
This measure aims to contribute to urban mobility and road safety during the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup. This historic event will take place at 11:30 a.m. and will feature artists such as Shakira, J Balvin, Belinda, and Alejandro Fernández, among others, so a large crowd is expected.
Which students will not attend classes on June 11?
According to the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF), the suspension of classes on Thursday, June 11, applies to all schools, public and private, at all educational levels, under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Public Education (SEP).
Therefore, the students who will stay home during the opening of the 2026 World Cup are:
Preschool
Elementary School
Middle School
High Schools and Universities under the SEP
The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) is also suspending classes this Thursday, June 11.
Which employees will be working from home in Mexico City on June 11?
According to the DOF, on June 11, due to the opening of the 2026 World Cup, the work-from-home arrangement applies by decree to:
Employees of agencies and entities of the Federal Public Administration and the Government of Mexico City
Source: adn40
