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Festival Internacional Cervantino Unveils 2025 Program With Record 290-Million-Peso Budget

Backed by a record 290 million-peso budget, this edition centers on sustainability through expanded virtual engagement

Overview

  • The festival will run from October 10 to 26 across Guanajuato and reach 22 additional cities through the national Circuito Cervantino.
  • The United Kingdom marks 200 years of diplomatic ties as guest country while Veracruz returns after 24 years with over 100 activities including a Diego Rivera tribute.
  • Federal, state and international partners have secured 290 million pesos to expand venues, boost production and strengthen community outreach.
  • A new digital platform will stream selected events to remote audiences, complementing on-site performances.
  • Highlights include Damon Albarn’s Africa Express closing concert, premieres by the London Sinfonietta of works by Mexican composers and theater pieces staged in prison facilities.