MONTHLY

AUGUST

23 AUG – 27 AUG

International Rap Festival (Havana)

This festival also known as “Havana Hip Hop” is performed every year. It began in the 1990’s when hip hop and rap suddenly became a popular music among Cuban youth. This event welcomes international artists with the participation of Cuban musicians and new talents.

For detailed programming and participation, please contact us.

31 JUL – 31 AUG

Cubadanza Festival (Havana)

Contemporary Dance of Cuba, founded in 1959, organizes the Cuba Dance Workshop 2017 where professional dancers and students have the opportunity to enrich their knowledge. This edition has a two-week work program that includes subjects such as: Technique of Modern Cuban Dance, Cuban Folk and Traditional Dance, Cuban Folklore, Choreography Workshops, Bar Technique, Lectures and Methodology for Teaching Modern Cuban Dance.

For detailed programming and participation, please contact our office.

Every weekend

Havana Carnival

The carnival of Havana offers a spectacular display of music, dancing, conga lines, colourful costumes and fireworks. The parades run along the Malecón and traditional music competes with more contemporary sounds.

You can enjoy this carnival every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Last week

Matanzas Carnival

The city celebrates it’s strong Afro-Cuban roots and invites the best musical groups for lovers of popular dance, traditional peasant and Mexican music.

This is a great event for people who are on vacation in Varadero as it is just 20 minutes away from Matanzas. You can enjoy this carnival for one week.

SEPTEMBER

21 SEP – 25 SEP

Concerts by Rufus Wainwright (Havana)

World famous American musician of Canadian origin; will perform two concerts in Havana. One private event in the Theatre of the Museum of Fine Arts; and another one open to the public in the Mella Theatre in Vedado. The public concert will have as special guest the singer-songwriter Carlos Varela, with the participation of some of the best musicians in Cuba.

For detailed information and tickets, please contact our office.

OCTOBER

20 OCT – 27 OCT

XVII Theatre Festival (Havana)

The most relevant works of the Cuban and international theatre scene will be presented in the festival. There will be workshops, seminars and conferences, taught by prestigious specialists, where dialogue between theatre, criticism and the public will be the main objective.

21 OCT – 22 OCT

“Gran Fondo Tour Cuba” Cycling (Havana)

This event has been approved by Cuba’s Cycling Commission and Cuba’s National Sports Institute (INDER). 

The Gran Fondo Tour Cuba will consist of two events in one. The first event is a Criterium Race that will be held on Saturday, October 21st, in a closed 2.48 miles / 4 km circuit in the world famous Malecón. The second event is some 40.38 miles / 65 km police escorted Gran Fondo Tour that will be held on Sunday, October 22nd, starting at Malecón then traveling around Havana City and finishing at La Piragua next to the City’s famous Hotel Nacional.

Participants must possess a National Elite / Amateur / Cycling license from a UCI affiliated federation.

We can facilitate participation and make all arrangements for travelling to Cuba with your bicycle. For inquiries please contact our office.

24 OCT – 30 OCT

XXIII Festival of Ibero-American Culture (Holguin).

This event reaffirms the celebration of the Hispanic background of the Cuban nation. The streets and parks of Holguín serve as center-stage during the days of the event, for the extensive program of concerts, exhibitions, workshops and public celebrations.

For details, please contact our office.

26 OCT – 28 OCT

Cuba Golf Grand Tournament 2017 (Varadero)

The Ministry of Tourism, Palmares S.A. and Varadero Golf Club invite you to participate in the 9th edition of this international elite golf event.

The “CUBA GOLF GRAND TOURNAMENT” convenes professional or amateur players over 18 years old with a certified handicap of: 24 or under for men; and 30 or under for ladies. There will be one practice round and two competition rounds, disputing three prizes per category.

The Varadero Golf Club offers a unique environment at its famous Mansion Xanadu club house and its Bar Mirador where visitors can enjoy a spectacular view of the light green tone of the golf course and the turquoise blue of the surrounding sea. A perfect scenery to complement their experience in the “CUBA GOLF GRAND TOURNAMENT”.

We can facilitate participation and all arrangements to travel to Cuba for this tournament. For inquiries please contact our office.

28 OCT – 07 NOV

International Ballet Festival (Havana)

Alicia Alonso, director of the National Ballet of Cuba, organizes one of the oldest ballet festivals on a global scale. This festival is a collaboration of the National Ballet of Cuba with the National Institute of Tourism Industry and other cultural organizations of the Government. Amust see event for ballet and classical music lovers.

For detailed programming and entrance, please contact our office.

LAST WEEK

International Fishing Tournament (Jardines del Rey, Ciego de Avila)

Jardines del Rey, surrounded by green-blue sea with a magical natural environment is well-known for its water sports and fishing potential. This important fishing tournament will be governed by the rules of the IGFA.

The competition covers an area of up to 3 miles north-northeast between Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo in the Old Bahamas Channel.

The organizers of the contest will award the highest score, the first catch and the largest (gold award of the tournament).

We can facilitate participation and all travel arrangements to Cuba for this tournament. For inquiries please contact our office.

NOVEMBER

18 NOV – 19 NOV

Maratón de La Habana MARABANA 2017

Marabana 2017 will be held on the third Sunday of November in the context of very significant dates for Cuban sports and the city of Havana. These days reflect the “National Day of Physical Culture and Sport”, “Foundation of the City of San Cristobal of Havana” and it’s proclamation by UNESCO as World Heritage.

In Marabana, the championship is open to all runners and walkers, professional or non- professional, disabled, at distances of 42 km full marathon, 21 km half marathon and 10 kilometres.

We can facilitate participation and all travel arrangements to Cuba for this event. For inquiries please contact our office.

12 NOV – 17 NOV

XII Meeting World Bailadores and Casino Dance Schools & Salsa Dancing in Cuba 2017 (Havana)

The most awaited event for casino and salsa lovers around the world! Organized by Paradiso Artex with a program consisting of different genres of dance classes. You can also enjoy the variety of Cuban music and watch night concerts with prestigious orchestras.

For detailed programming and participation please contact our office.

DECEMBER

01 DEC – 17 DEC

CRAFTS FAIR INTERNATIONAL “FIART 2017” PABEXPO (Havana)

The fair offers multiple spaces for the promotion and marketing of the works of Cuban and international artists. The fair also offers the opportunity to exchange experiences between creators and the public. There is also sale of art works, collateral exhibitions, fashion shows and various workshops.

Sponsored by: Cuban Fund of Cultural Assets

Please, contact our office for further information and participation inquires.

01 DEC – 11 DEC

XXXIX International Festival of New Latin American Cinema (Havana)

Considered one of the most prestigious film festivals in Latin America with the participation of the world’s leading film industry representatives and talents. It includes various competitions, as well as exhibitions and seminars on cinema and new technologies. There are also book presentations and concerts of film music.

For detailed information and participation, please contact our office.