Loja & Southern Sierra
What's Happening in Loja This Weekend?
October 16 – October 18, 2026
Loja's cultural calendar offers a variety of theatre, painting, sculpture, video art and creative workshops this Friday. Whether you're interested in discovering local artists or trying something creative yourself, there are several activities to explore as the weekend begins.
Concerts, Festivals & Entertainment
October 16 · 19:00
Nihon No Hiyu-Asodown
📍 Loja · Teatro Segundo Cueva Celi — CCE Loja
Discover a theatrical production inspired by Japanese storytelling and performance traditions. This free presentation offers audiences an opportunity to experience a different approach to theatre at one of Loja's established cultural venues.
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October 16 · 11:00
Light and Colour in Dialogue with Watercolour
📍 Loja · Museo Puerta de la Ciudad
Explore the expressive possibilities of watercolour painting in an exhibition celebrating light, colour and artistic technique. Discover the creativity of participating artists through works that highlight this delicate and versatile medium.
View event details →October 16 · 11:00
Retrospective: Clay and Memory
📍 Loja · Museo Puerta de la Ciudad
Explore sculpture and the creative possibilities of clay in an exhibition connecting artistic expression with memory and cultural identity. A chance to appreciate three-dimensional artworks and the stories they convey.
View event details →October 16 · 19:00
Proyecto ERRAR Video-Art Exhibition
📍 Loja · Escena Continua
Discover contemporary video art through an exhibition exploring moving images as a medium of artistic expression. An opportunity to experience creative approaches that extend beyond traditional painting, photography and cinema.
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October 16
Workshop: Curating Agri-Food Heritage
📍 Loja · Auditorio Pablo Palacio — CCE Loja
Explore the connections between traditional foods, local knowledge and cultural identity in a workshop dedicated to preserving and presenting Ecuador's agricultural and culinary heritage.
View event details →October 16 · 15:30
Paper Mask-Modelling Workshop
📍 Loja · Teatro Bolívar — oficinas del FIAV
Get creative in a practical workshop exploring the techniques of paper mask-making. An opportunity to experiment with design, modelling and artistic expression while developing hands-on creative skills.
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