Equinox Lanzarote 2025 will take place on September 18 and 19 at César Manrique’s iconic venues: Jameos del Agua and the Mirador del Río. The international event brings together artists, thinkers and the public around themes of light, sustainability and sensory experience.
When and where
The first edition of Equinox will be held on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 September. The main locations are:
- Jameos del Agua: conferences, talks and multidisciplinary performances.
- Mirador del Río: Astres, an audiovisual light installation by Playmodes Studio.
- Playa de Los Jameos: a meditative outdoor installation.
Concept and goals
Equinox is conceived as an international meeting of art and reflection that uses light as a creative axis. Its program seeks to rethink the relationship between culture, health and the environment, combining lectures, art installations, immersive experiences and sensory proposals. It is an event that connects Lanzarote’s natural heritage with global discourses on sustainability.
Program highlights
- Conferences at Jameos del Agua with international artists, scientists and thinkers.
- Art installations engaging with the volcanic setting.
- Astres, an audiovisual show at Mirador del Río by Playmodes Studio.
- Meditative experience at Playa de Los Jameos, open to the public.
Note: The full program and list of speakers will be published soon on the official website.
Institutional support
The project is supported by the Cabildo of Lanzarote (Biosphere Reserve), the Centros de Arte, Cultura y Turismo, and SPEL–Turismo Lanzarote. Festival creators Paula and Cristina Martínez Abad highlight the importance of rethinking the role of light in culture and sustainability.
Practical tips
- Book your ticket in advance: capacity at Jameos del Agua and Mirador del Río is limited.
- Arrive early to enjoy the natural surroundings before each activity.
- Wear comfortable shoes; some installations involve walking routes.
- Combine your visit with a cultural route through other César Manrique sites.
More information
- Official Equinox Lanzarote website
- Centros de Arte, Cultura y Turismo of Lanzarote
- Ocio Lanzarote event calendar
Live updates: this article will be updated with detailed programming and the full list of participants.