Sotogrande Port Fills the Summer with Art, Flamenco, Dance and Live Music

Sotogrande Port is strengthening its cultural programme this summer with a varied schedule combining painting, sculpture, photography, flamenco, contemporary dance and live music.

Activities will take place during July and August at several locations around the marina, including Plaza de las Palmeras, Ribera del Marlin, Plaza de los Naranjos and the Port Control Tower.

The programme aims to bring culture into the everyday life of the marina while offering residents and visitors an alternative form of entertainment in a distinctive Mediterranean setting.

An Open-Air Art Exhibition in Plaza de las Palmeras

On Saturday, July 18, Plaza de las Palmeras will host Summer in a Palette of Colour, an exhibition organised in collaboration with Mosayko Arte Música.

The event will bring together paintings, sculptures and photography by Spanish and international artists inspired by Sotogrande’s light, coastal landscape and characteristic colour palette.

The open-air format will allow visitors to explore the works while enjoying the atmosphere of the marina, bringing art beyond traditional galleries and exhibition spaces.

‘Landscapes of the Heart’ by Syrie Jo

Until July 31, Fresco Marina Sotogrande will present Landscapes of the Heart, an exhibition by artist Syrie Jo.

The show explores memory, emotion and transformation through several collections.

These include 99 Hearts, a colourful sky series and a new body of work in which hearts and horizons come together.

The exhibition offers a visual reflection on personal connections and the way memories evolve over time.

Flamenco at Ribera del Marlin

Music and dance will play a prominent role in the summer programme.

On Sunday, July 26, Ribera del Marlin will host El Chasquido del Mantón, an evening dedicated to traditional flamenco.

The performance will feature Las Gemelas, Lidia and Esther, accompanied by guitarist Jesús Piña and DJ José Enrique.

Dance, guitar and music will come together in an intimate waterfront performance inspired by one of Spain’s most recognisable cultural traditions.

Contemporary Dance Overlooking the Marina

The programme will continue on August 23 with Cabalgando entre Arte.

The production will combine lyrical and contemporary dance in a performance designed to blend with the marina’s surroundings.

Views of the port and the Mediterranean will form part of a staging in which movement and location play equally important roles.

Contemporary Bullfighting-Inspired Sculpture

At weekends, Plaza de los Naranjos will host Arte Taurino, an outdoor exhibition by artist Tomás Cardú, presented in collaboration with Fundación Navega.

The works offer a contemporary interpretation of Spain’s bullfighting tradition rather than a purely classical representation.

Visitors will be able to discover a different perspective on this cultural theme through modern shapes, materials and sculptural forms.

A Collective Mural Made with Recycled Materials

Public participation will also form part of the programme through the third edition of the La Huella Art Marathon, organised by Osvaldo Lobalzo.

Artists, families and participants of all ages will be invited to work together on a large community mural.

Recycled materials will be used throughout the project, combining artistic expression with environmental awareness.

The initiative aims to show how art can encourage collaboration while promoting more responsible use of resources.

Pamela Naranjo’s Work at the Control Tower

The Port Control Tower will display works by Chilean artist Pamela Naranjo, founder of La Poule Dorée Marbella.

Her colourful creations are made using papier-mâché, recycled cardboard and mixed-media techniques.

Among her best-known works is The Lucky Hen, a playful figure that reflects the creative and optimistic character of her artistic style.

The exhibition transforms reused materials into distinctive works filled with colour and personality.

Permanent Sculptures Around Sotogrande Port

In addition to the temporary exhibitions, several public areas around the marina feature sculptures by José Luis Biedma.

These permanent works form part of the port’s visual identity and can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Their presence allows art to remain integrated into the marina’s promenades, squares and waterfront spaces beyond the dates of the summer programme.

Live Music Throughout the Summer

The schedule also includes live performances designed to accompany summer afternoons and evenings in Sotogrande.

Earlier in the season, Merili and Juan Pablo performed a repertoire combining pop, Latin music and international favourites.

Their shows feature vocals, acoustic violin and electric violin, offering a relaxed musical experience suited to the marina setting.

Culture Beside the Mediterranean

Through this programme, Sotogrande Port is turning its public spaces into open cultural venues.

The exhibitions and performances allow visitors to enjoy art just a few metres from the sea while discovering work by creators connected to Campo de Gibraltar, the western Costa del Sol and beyond.

Organisers also say that the programme supports several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by promoting cultural participation, supporting creative industries and encouraging the use of recycled materials.

Main Summer Events

Until July 31: Landscapes of the Heart by Syrie Jo at Fresco Marina Sotogrande
July 18: Summer in a Palette of Colour at Plaza de las Palmeras
July 26: El Chasquido del Mantón at Ribera del Marlin
August 23: Cabalgando entre Arte
Weekends: Arte Taurino by Tomás Cardú at Plaza de los Naranjos
Throughout the summer: La Huella Art Marathon, works by Pamela Naranjo and sculptures by José Luis Biedma

The programme positions Sotogrande Port as one of the area’s leading cultural destinations this summer, combining creativity, tradition and entertainment beside the Mediterranean.

Information source: Euro Weekly News