Cartagena Luzzy Market brings together 20 artists, live jazz and street food this Sunday

Cartagena is preparing for a new celebration of contemporary art, live music and food, with the first edition of the Luzzy Market taking place on Sunday, November 7. The free event will transform the Ramón Alonso Luzzy Cultural Centre into a meeting place for artists, creatives and visitors looking to discover something different, share their talents and bring culture and art to the major Costa Calida hub city. 

20 creative projects showcase contemporary art

Organised by Cartagena City Council’s Department of Culture, the market will bring together 20 artistic projects under the slogan ‘Art to Take Home‘. Visitors can browse a variety of original creations, including paintings, illustrations, photography, independent fashion, ceramics, contemporary jewellery and designer pieces.

When to see the vibrant first edition of the Luzzy Market

Running from 10:00am to 2:30pm and again from 4:30pm to 8:00pm, the market will give visitors the opportunity to meet talented local creators, discover unique pieces and purchase original artwork directly from the artists, supporting their work. The participating projects were selected according to artistic quality, originality and authorship, making these outstanding contemporary art pieces more accessible to the public while encouraging collecting and giving independent artists greater visibility.

Free jazz concerts bring music to the gardens

Music will also play a central role, with two free concerts scheduled in the cultural centre’s garden as part of the 45th Cartagena Jazz Festival. The programme begins at 11:30am with Mood Swing, a quartet performing swing, boogie-woogie and rhythm and blues. They will be followed by Gata Brass Band, an Almeria-based group combining funk and New Orleans brass band sounds with Latin, rock and electronic influences.

Food trucks add flavour to the festivities and open mic invites local performers to participate

Food trucks La Bodeguilla de Tete and La Callejera will also be serving food and drinks throughout the day. The afternoon programme will include an open mic organised in collaboration with Colectivo Moltissim, running from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Music, poetry, comedy and other artistic performances will be welcome, with interested participants able to register through moltissim.es.

With free admission and activities throughout the day, the inaugural Luzzy Market offers residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy Cartagena’s creative scene while supporting independent artists.