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Programme
The first route of the museum ship will be the Mediterranean, an area of millennia of history and exchange, which has always mobilized and nourished the inspiration of artists, and naturally invites intercultural dialogue.
Discover the programme of activities on the quayside and in the towns: performances, concerts, conferences, screenings, workshops, meetings and other events.
Upcoming events
Kimi Djabaté
As a heir to the Mandinka griot tradition, Kimi Djabaté places the balafon at the heart of his music, alongside the kora, guitar, percussion, and vocals. Based in Portugal, he weaves West African traditions together with jazz, blues, fado, and bossa nova, creating a soundscape that is both deeply rooted and resolutely contemporary. Sung in Mandinka, Creole, and Portuguese, his songs carry a message of social commitment: the defense of women’s rights, a call for peace, and a celebration of tolerance and intercultural dialogue. <span>Concert curated by Alain Weber. </span>
Lizatron
In a DJ set guided by her restless digger’s instinct, Lizatron crafts sonic journeys that move across genres, eras, and geographies, unveiling rare finds, textures, and unexpected atmospheres. Her selection—both precise and intuitive—shapes an immersive flow between the experimental and the danceable. The experience is expanded by a video projection of an original drawing by JAS, engaging in a sensory dialogue with the sound.
Lula Pena
Lula Pena is one of the most singular voices in contemporary Portuguese music. Blending folk traditions, improvisation and poetic storytelling, her performances unfold as intimate and unpredictable journeys between geographies, memories and languages.
Mike El Nite – Magic Karaoke
An interactive karaoke hosted by Mike El Nite, where the audience becomes the performer. Combining DJ set and live participation, this event creates a lively and playful atmosphere.
Children's Ground, Madalena Victorino
This performance was born from a grandmother’s wish to explain her work as a choreographer to her grandchildren, who became co-creators of something that did not yet exist. With musicians, performers and a set designer, Chão de Meninos emerged: a small land in Sintra where snow laughs, bears play and garden-carpets bloom. A dance and music piece celebrating the strength, laughter and delicacy of children. Production: Lavrar o Mar.
Workshop Mastro Sol, in preparation of Mastro Sol, Maja Escher
In this workshop, each participant shapes and creates their own edible form (biscuit-flag) made from biscuit dough that will be suspended as part of Mastro Sol, an installation inspired by vernacular celebrations and the mastros de promessa of the Alentejo region, where circular cakes are traditionally suspended on festive structures. Each form preserves the gesture and intention of the person who made it, becoming part of a collective artwork shaped by many hands. On June 27 at 11:30 am, when Mastro Sol is activated by the public, participants are invited to rediscover their own flag, see how it became part of the final installation, and harvest it to share, offer, or eat.
Caravanserá Workshop
Before the performance (on June 27th), audiences are invited to take part in a participatory workshop where movement, sound, and collective actions gradually shape the world of Caravanserá. Inspired by historical “caravanserais” – places of encounter and exchange –, the workshop creates an informal space where participants of different ages contribute to the atmosphere of the performance, blurring the boundaries between audience and performers.
Mastro Sol
In this workshop, each participant shapes and creates their own edible form (biscuit-flag) made from biscuit dough that will be suspended as part of Mastro Sol, an installation inspired by vernacular celebrations and the mastros de promessa of the Alentejo region, where circular cakes are traditionally suspended on festive structures. Each form preserves the gesture and intention of the person who made it, becoming part of a collective artwork shaped by many hands. On June 27 at 11:30 am, when Mastro Sol is activated by the public, participants are invited to rediscover their own flag, see how it became part of the final installation, and harvest it to share, offer, or eat.
Caravanserá
A participatory performance combining dance, music and procession. Inspired by the work of Maria José Ciríaco, Caravanserá invites audiences to join a collective and festive experience where everyone becomes part of the performance.
BRUXAS - ensaio para a esperança
BRUXAS - ensaio para a esperança invites audiences into a walk through Cascais where feminism, witch hunts and personal memories intersect and blur. Through fragmented narratives and unexpected voices, the performance unsettles official histories and reflects on hope as a fragile yet transformative gesture.
Violet
In a DJ set that brings together rhythmic tension and futuristic imagination, Violet summons mutant techno, acid house and off-centre rhythms to build an intense and unpredictable sonic narrative. Between physical pulse and conceptual exploration, the set reflects her connection to dancefloor cultures and the political histories of dance music. The video projection of an original drawing by JAS expands this sensory experience. The DJ programme at the Art Explora Festival is curated by Filho Único.
A garota não
"A garota não" is the musical project of Cátia Mazari Oliveira, combining songwriting and social reflection. Presenting "Ferry Gold", this concert brings an intimate and powerful look at contemporary realities.
Past events
Relax N-340. Antonio R. Montesinos
Antonio R. Montesinos has been working for years on a project that unfolds metaphorically like a journey. “Relax N-340” could be understood as the culminating journey in which he seeks to understand himself within the sphere of what is called the “relax style”, a set of imaginary constructions and creative productions (architecture, recreational spaces, graphic design and infrastructure) associated with leisure and tourism on the Costa del Sol since the mid-twentieth century.
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The possibility of a forest
Screening of the documentary “Posibilidad de un bosque” (Possibility of a Forest) (2023) by Daniel Natoli, 53 min. On a vast 177,000 m² plot in the heart of Malaga, the desires of the various stakeholders in the city are projected. On one side, the municipality and real estate developers want to build four skyscrapers of around forty stories each. On the other, a neighborhood platform is fighting for a large urban forest. Who has the right to decide on public space? What are the limits of representative democracy? Participants: Kike España (architect), Elo Vega (artist), and curator Álex Martín Rod.
Paradises lost. Is Málaga lost?
Conversation with Kike España (architect), Elo Vega (artist), the Residents' Union and Commissioner Álex Martín Rod.
Un paseo mecido. Diego Delas.
Visual artist Diego Delas has designed and conceptualized a series of banners that are a poetic tribute to the relationship between man and the Mediterranean Sea. Each banner, handmade from natural fabrics, incorporates shapes and symbols inspired by nature and the waves, evoking the light and colors of the coastline.
Un paseo mecido. Diego Delas.
Visual artist Diego Delas has designed and conceptualized a series of banners that are a poetic tribute to the relationship between man and the Mediterranean Sea. Each banner, handmade from natural fabrics, incorporates shapes and symbols inspired by nature and the waves, evoking the light and colors of the coastline.
Un paseo mecido. Diego Delas.
Visual artist Diego Delas has designed and conceptualized a series of banners that are a poetic tribute to the relationship between man and the Mediterranean Sea. Each banner, handmade from natural fabrics, incorporates shapes and symbols inspired by nature and the waves, evoking the light and colors of the coastline.
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Flamenco dance workshop by Leonor Leal
Leonor Leal's flamenco dance workshop is a space for creation, reflection, and experimentation. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the essence of flamenco, from its technical foundations to the freedom of interpretation, combining tradition and avant-garde.
Workshop "Writing a Boat, Building a Story" by Florencia Rojas
"Write a Boat, Build a Story" is the title of an art workshop that explores formal and conceptual strategies for addressing the stories of others, using art as a potential tool for political reflection. The workshop takes place over three sessions, from Thursday to Saturday.
Un paseo mecido. Diego Delas.
Visual artist Diego Delas has designed and conceptualized a series of banners that are a poetic tribute to the relationship between man and the Mediterranean Sea. Each banner, handmade from natural fabrics, incorporates shapes and symbols inspired by nature and the waves, evoking the light and colors of the coastline.
Hamid Ajbar: Two stories, one path.
An encounter between music and dance that unites two cultures: Arabo-Andalusian and Flamenco. Although these traditions emerged at different times, they have crossed paths in time and space, both meeting on the bangs of society.
Screening of the trilogy Tetuan, Tetuán, تطوان, by Adrian Schindler
Screening followed by an interview with Schindler by researcher and artist Aicha Trinidad. This day is centered on the film trilogy "Tetuan, Tetuan, تطوان" by artist Adrian Schindler, whose film project examines the traces that the Moroccan colonial past has left in Spanish society through an experimental collaborative methodology, addressing both cultural production and public space as well as the collective imagination.
Project for a collection of anti-colonial songs. A sound bridge.
Ikram Essaghir will perform a set of songs, deeply rooted in Amazigh tradition, accompanied by the adŷun (Amazigh tambourine), evoking ancestral voices and stories of cultural resistance. The artist will then collaborate with DJ Diara Dgy to create a unique performance that fuses electronic music with traditional North African sounds, creating a sonic bridge between the ancestral and the contemporary.
Sound Mayrit - Disco Atlas DJ set
Sono Mayrit presents a DJ set that explores the connections between Andalusian music and North African traditions. Through a meticulous blend of flamenco, traditional Moroccan and Algerian rhythms, and contemporary electronic sounds, this set offers a vibrant and eclectic sonic experience. Influenced by Madrid's Arab heritage and the rich cultural tapestry of the Western Mediterranean, the set fuses evocative and pulsating melodies, creating a unique and immersive atmosphere.
Flamenco dance workshop by Leonor Leal
Leonor Leal's flamenco dance workshop is a space for creation, reflection, and experimentation. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the essence of flamenco, from its technical foundations to the freedom of interpretation, combining tradition and avant-garde.
Workshop "Writing a Boat, Building a Story" by Florencia Rojas
"Write a Boat, Build a Story" is the title of an art workshop that explores formal and conceptual strategies for addressing the stories of others, using art as a potential tool for political reflection. The workshop takes place over three sessions, from Thursday to Saturday.
Frequently asked questions
The Art Explora Festival will take place from spring 2024 to spring 2026 in various Mediterranean cities.
Festival events take place both on the museum boat's quay and in heritage and/or emblematic sites in the stopover towns. To find out all about upcoming events in your town, consult our Agenda.
The Art Explora Festival offers a rich, multi-disciplinary program including visits to the museum ship, exhibition pavilions, virtual reality experiences, artistic performances, concerts, lectures, film screenings, creative workshops and meetings. You'll be able to discover local and international artists, as well as thinkers and cultural players exploring contemporary themes related to the Mediterranean region. To find out all about upcoming events in your city, consult our Agenda.
All Festival events are free of charge. Please note, however, that some events - such as workshops - require a reservation via the ticket office. Please consult the page dedicated to each event for more information on times and booking procedures.
To ensure that everyone has the best possible experience at the Festival, we have drawn up a visitors' charter listing a few good practices.
Yes, the boat is freely accessible on site. However, you can pre-book your time online on our website.
For reasons of safety and preservation of the boat, high heels and stilettos may not be worn on the boat.
To take part in the workshops and meetings offered during the Festival, you'll generally need to register in advance. Information on how to register will be available on the dedicated event page, where you can also find details of times and how to take part.
Yes, the Art Explora Festival also offers child-friendly activities, such as creative workshops specially designed for young participants. Take a look at the program to find out about events and activities for children and families.
The museum boat is open to all free of charge. To find out on which quay it will be moored, or to pre-book your slot, consult the page dedicated to your town.
Appropriate facilities have been set up on the Festival site for the reception and access of people with reduced mobility. The boat is equipped with a 1m-wide ramp, accessible to people with reduced mobility, but may require the accompaniment of a third party due to its gradient of over 6%. Access to the aft deck and immersive exhibition is possible. However, the upper deck is not accessible. Please inform us in advance of any special accessibility requirements, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your interest in the Art Explora Festival! To find out more about our volunteer opportunities and to apply, please visit our "Become a volunteer"section of our website. There you'll find all the information you need about the roles available and the application procedure. We look forward to meeting you!
We're delighted to consider new partnerships for the Art Explora Festival. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org