The 2025 Beer Festival turns Monterrey into a paradise for lovers of good drinking

Monterrey is filled with foam, flavors and rhythms in an event that combines the best of craft beer with unique experiences.

Monterrey drowns in foam (and it is not because of the heat)

Oh, joy. The Beer Festival 2025 returns to Monterrey, because clearly twelve editions are not enough to quench the thirst of the royals (and those who travel only to get drunk on culture, of course). This year, the iconic Parque Fundidora will be transformed into an alcoholic paradise where, between drinks and music, you can temporarily forget that alcohol doesn’t solve your problems… but what the hell, at least it drowns them.

Beer, music and… responsibility? How boring!

According to the organizers, this event is not only a display of 400 craft beer labels (because, obviously, trying them all in two days is totally viable and you won’t end up like a sack of potatoes), but also a space for the “culture of responsible consumption”. Yes, that phrase that we all ignore after the third glass. But hey, at least there will be 50 international judges evaluating the beers, because nothing says “serious” like a group of drunk experts giving ratings.

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And if the beer isn’t enough, the festival offers interactive workshops (read: try not to spill your drink while you learn), food trucks (to disguise the fact that you’ve been drinking since 2 PM), and even a local market (where you’ll buy things you don’t need, but that seem cool at the time).

Music, of course, is another attraction. From Los Cadetes de Linares to electronic music, because nothing goes better with a dark beer than a DJ playing beats at full volume. Who needs conversation when you have decibels?

How much does it cost to get drunk in style?

Tickets range from $299 (for those who just want to try a couple of beers and pretend they’re in the know) to $1,890 for VIP access, which includes 20 samplers (translation: 20 excuses for saying “I’m not that drunk”), private bathrooms (because VIPs don’t line up like commoners), and snacks (so the liver doesn’t give up so quickly). Of course, don’t forget your INE, because although it may seem obvious, there is always someone who tries to sneak in with the face of a teenager.

So, whether you’re a beer expert or just a curious person wanting to party, this festival promises two days of… fun? Excesses? Regret the next day? Well, that’s up to you. Cheers!

Ready to immerse yourself in this frothy madness? Share this note with your friends and plan your responsible (or not so responsible) drunk route. And if you want more events where alcohol is the protagonist, explore our content!

Gael García Bernal: ‘It’s going to be difficult for them to beat Mexico’

The Mexican actor trusts in the solidity of El Tri in the World Cup and remembers his love for Pumas.

Gael García Bernal is passionate about soccer and has been a fan of the UNAM Pumas for decades. 25 years ago, in And your mother also, he wore the university team’s shirt. Later, he took his passion to the movies with Rudo y cheesy, where he played a soccer player.

His vision of the Mexican National Team

Today, the actor closely follows the World Cup and the path of El Tri directed by Javier Aguirre, already installed in the round of 32. Regarding the national team, Gael commented to EL UNIVERSAL:

“I see her very well. The only certainty I have is that it will be difficult for them to beat her, I don’t know if Mexico can win (laughs), but it will be difficult for them to beat her.”

He also highlighted the strength of the team:

“They will have to play a great game, (the Mexican team) is very solid, we are playing like never before in terms of defense, tactics, technique, there is a good job and let’s see how far it goes.”

The historic El Tri Pass

Mexico had a perfect group stage: three wins and zero goals conceded, something unprecedented in its history. They beat South Africa (2-0), South Korea (1-0) and Czech Republic (3-0). That earned him first place in the group. Their rival in the next round will come from among the best third places: Ecuador, Uruguay or Escucia are the candidates.

The duel will be played on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Mexico City Stadium, formerly known as Azteca.

Loyal to the Pumas since 1991

Gael’s love for the Pumas was born in 1991, when he and his friend Diego Luna went to the CU Stadium to see the team win the championship against América. Since then he has not stopped supporting them. In the last final of the Mexican tournament, where Pumas lost to Cruz Azul, Gael recognized the merit of his rival.

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German streamer flees knife attack in CDMX flea market

A German streamer was threatened with a knife in a flea market in the capital.

Attack on FastFoodBoss in flea markets in the capital

The German content creator known as FastFoodBoss experienced tense moments in Mexico City. While he was doing a live broadcast at a flea market, a man confronted him with a knife in his hand.

The incident occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 24, before Mexico’s last game in the group stage. The video of the meeting spread quickly on social networks.

In the images you can see an elderly man, shirtless and with his face painted with the Mexican flag, approaching the young foreigner. He demanded that I stop recording. Not understanding the language, the streamer — whose real name is Oskar — asked a merchant for help.

The merchant stood between them and asked the attacker to calm down, explaining that the tourist did not speak Spanish. During the struggle, phrases such as:

“Don’t record here, your father’s son… No, he’s recording me, take out your cell phone.”

Taking advantage of the intervention, the content creator managed to get away and then ran to safety. He did not stop his live broadcast, commenting in German that the man was carrying a knife.

So far, FastFoodBoss has made no further statements. He only shared the clip on Twitch and a screenshot on Instagram. The event revives the debate about the safety of content creators in public spaces.

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Drake Bell turns 40 amidst controversies and legal proceedings

The former Nickelodeon star turns 40 amid an extortion lawsuit and separation rumors.

Four decades marked by controversy

Drake Bell, the actor who conquered a generation with Drake & Josh, turns 40. His recent career combines projects in Mexico with multiple legal and personal controversies.

His relationship with the Mexican influencer Ela Vidal could have ended. Rumors on social networks point to infidelity on the part of her, who is expecting her first child. Neither of them has confirmed or denied.

Added to this is a lawsuit for extortion filed by his former manager Aitor García before the CDMX Prosecutor’s Office. García claims that he was identified as the person with whom Vidal was unfaithful to Bell, which damaged his reputation. He claims that the singer seeks to force him to pay 10 thousand dollars to close the conflict.

The history behind the lights

In 2024, the documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV revealed that Bell was a victim of sexual and physical abuse by Nickelodeon dialogue coach Brian Peck. The case showed the dark side of the children’s industry.

In 2021, Bell pleaded guilty to endangering a minor under the age of 15 by sending her inappropriate messages and content. He received two years of probation and 200 hours of community service.

In addition, he has accumulated arrests for drunk driving in 2009 and 2015. In the last one, he paid a bail of 20 thousand dollars and spent 10 hours in prison. In 2020, his ex-partner Melissa Lingafelt accused him of physical and verbal violence; he denied it.

Despite everything, Bell has found a professional refuge in Mexico. In 2023 he participated in Who is the mask? and maintains a concert agenda. However, controversies continue to overshadow his career.

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