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International Boxing Hall of Fame 1 Hall of Fame Drive Canastota, NY 13032 P: 315.697.7095 F: 315.697.5356
FOUR-DIVISION WORLD CHAMPION MIKEY GARCIA
TO ATTEND 2026 HALL OF FAME INDUCTION WEEKEND
Annual Hall of Fame Weekend celebration set for June 11-14
CANASTOTA, NY - MARCH 3, 2026 - TheInternational Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum is pleased to announce four-division world champion Mikey Garcia attend the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend set for June 11-14 in “Boxing’s Hometown.”
“While winning world titles in four weight divisions Mikey Garcia thrilled boxing fans around the world with his exciting ring style,” said Hall of Fame director Edward Brophy. We are so happy that he will be in Canastota for the very first time to participate in 2026 Hall of Fame Weekend events.”
Garcia, who was trained by his father Eduardo and brother Robert, turned pro in 2006 and captured world championships in four weight divisions – featherweight (WBO), super featherweight (WBO), lightweight (WBC & IBF) and light welterweight (IBF) and scored wins over Orlando Salido, Juan Manuel Lopez, Roman Martinez, Adrien Broner and Jessie Vargas. Garcia retired in 2021 with a record of 40-2 (30 KOs).
The Class of 2026 to be honored includes boxers Gennadiy “GGG” Golovkin, Antonio Tarver Nigel Benn, Naoko Fujioka, Jackie Nava, Jimmy Clabby (posthumous), trainer / cut man Russ Anber, referee Frank Cappuccino (posthumous), trainer / cut man Jimmy Glenn (posthumous), physician Dr. Edwin “Flip” Homansky, journalist Kevin Iole and journalist Alex Wallau (posthumous).
In addition to Garcia, an impressive array of boxing stars from around the world are set to be in Canastota including Marco Antonio Barrera, Timothy Bradley, Jr., Michael Spinks, Christy Martin, Erik Morales, Winky Wright, Jim Lampley, Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik, Vinny Paz, “Jesse” James Leija, Jorge Linares and Micky Ward.
The 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend is scheduled for June 11-14. Many events will take place in Canastota and nearby Turning Stone Resort Casino throughout the four-day celebration including ringside talks, fist casting, fight night, 5K race / fun run, boxing autograph card show, banquet, parade and induction ceremony.
Click HERE for the 2026 Hall of Fame Weekend ticket order form.
For more information on the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, please call (315) 697-7095.
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About the International Boxing Hall of Fame
The International Boxing Hall of Fame opened to the public in 1989 and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the great sport of boxing. Located in Canastota, New York, it serves as a tribute to the world's finest boxers and contributors to the sport, allowing boxing enthusiasts to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and tradition of boxing. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is located at Exit 34 of the New York State Thruway. Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The multi-year partnership between Turning Stone Resort Casino and the International Boxing Hall of Fame spotlights the entire region, garnering national attention and boosting tourism in Central New York. The partnership includes a series of
nationally-televised boxing events at Turning Stone, culminating every year in June
with an elaborate and bigger-than-ever International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend
with several exciting events in Madison County and Oneida County throughout the
four-day celebration.
