New Edition of Iberoarte Fair in Holguin Features Mexico as Guest

The 24th edition of the Iberoarte International Handicraft Fair will take place from October 8th to 24th at the ExpoHolguin fairgrounds. Featuring Mexico as the international guest and goldsmithing as the showcase art form.

Event organizer Danilo López Garcés explained at a press conference that goldsmithing was chosen. Due to the elegance that characterizes the people of Holguin, a quality that explains the craft’s deep local roots.

The event, sponsored by the Holguin branch of the Cuban Fund for Cultural Assets (FCBC). It will feature furniture, textiles, ceramics, graphic design, and household goods, among other highly popular items.

López Garcés announced that the “Lote 2026” Salon—a space dedicated to the visual arts—will be held on October 20th. It will be dedicated to the centenary of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz. A figure who has been honored in previous editions of the fair.

The opening gala will take place on the first day under the artistic direction of Carlos López Asencio. Following the ceremony, the fair will be open to the public daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

New features include the “He Who Loves, Cares and Protects” contest. Aimed at animal lovers, and a prize for the 100th visitor on alternating days.

Moreover the jury will consist of Yanelis Esquijarosa Abradelo, an artist awarded at previous Iberoarte events. Delsy Rojas, a commercial manager with extensive experience; and Jorge Luis Betancourt, a musical instrument restorer recognized for his artistic work in previous competitions. Manuel Hernández Ramos, director of the FCBC in Holguin, recalled the beginnings of Iberoarte. He highlighted the event’s track record and the key moments that have made it a fair eagerly awaited by Holguin families.

Iberoarte has established itself as the country’s second most important craft fair. Each year, it showcases the work of local artisans and facilitates exchanges with foreign exhibitors who participate with pieces reflecting their own cultural identities.

With information from CNA

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