The third edition of the ART BAJA festival will take place from March 20 to May 30, 2025, for the third year in a row. It's also the second consecutive year having incorporated the cities of Ensenada and Tijuana, Baja California, as new venues, in addition to San José, Todos Santos and La Paz, B.C.S.
During this event, artists, galleries, musicians, cultural projects and various local spaces, such as hotels, restaurants, studios, and bars, amongst others, will come together to create an environment that celebrates the artistic and cultural wealth of the region.
The festival, which debuted two years ago with great success, seeks to spread art and culture in these five locations by configuring artistic circuits focused on the local scene, strengthening the sense of community and creating a unique experience for artists and the general public.
Zélika García, co-founder of Art Baja California and founder of ZONA MACO, said she is hoping to have a more diverse program in the following edition and consolidate in the region.
For those of you who do not know, ZONA MACO is a platform of art fairs that gathers galleries and artists from Mexico, Latin America and the rest of the world, taking place every year in February at the prestigious “Citibanamex” Convention Center in Mexico City.
Under the wing of a seasoned group of people in the art world, ABC Art Baja will feature two main programs and art galleries, music spaces, bars, artist studios, hotels, pop-ups, foundations, restaurants, and any other establishment that presents artistic activity and is located in San José, Todos Santos, La Paz, Ensenada and/or Tijuana, is invited to participate.
Applications are now open specifically for artists, venue holders and also workshops. The festival will focus on teachers and professionals from various disciplines to lead courses and workshops that enrich the experience of attendees.
The areas of interest are:
- Visual Arts: Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Graphic Design.
- Performing Arts: Theater, Dance, Music, Performances.
- Wellness and Meditation: Yoga, Guided Meditations and Healing.
- Literature and Writing: Poetry, Narrative, Screenwriting, Essays.
- Culture and Tradition: Workshops on Cultural Traditions, Art History, Anthropology.
- Techniques and Skills: New Technologies, Digital Media, Crafts.
Some of the benefits of participating are:
- Visibility: Promotion of your work and experience through their platforms.
- Networking: Opportunity to connect with other professionals, artists and enthusiasts.
- Impact: Contribute to the cultural and artistic development of the community.
- Fees: Compensation for your time and experience (details to be discussed depending on each workshop).
You can apply on www.abcartbaja.com through a form given to you there. The submission of this form does not guarantee actual participation in the ABC Art Baja 2025 festival. It must be reviewed and admitted by the evaluation committee. Applying costs for artists are $250 pesos – around US$12 dollars, $950 pesos or around US$47 dollars for the venue application and no information was given in terms of fees for the workshop application. The registration fees are non-refundable and everything related to transportation, insurance, assembly, fees, etc. will be the responsibility of the participant.
For more information, please feel free to contact them at info@abcartbaja.com. Good luck!
