Espai Obert serves as a resource for educational institutions of all levels, cultural institutions, and independent and/or self-managed spaces that promote contemporary culture in the city. It seeks to strengthen ties with different agents, thereby contributing to the cultural and social development of Castellón.
Time: See according to activity
Free admission until full capacity is reached
LICEU DE DONES DE CASTELLÓ: 7th ed CASTELLÓ VIOLETA . JANUARY, 17. 11.00h.
The Castelló Violeta Reading Club was created to promote equality and a society free from gender-based violence. On this occasion, María Martín presents La desfachatez machista (Sexist Impertinence), in which she dismantles and neutralizes the misogynistic and anti-feminist thinking of a handful of Spanish-language commentators, applying the formula that says the best defense against sexism is a good offense, but with laughter.
AV JAMDART. OPEN SPACE FOR AUDIOVISUAL EXPERIMENTATION. FEBRUARY, 5. 17:30h.-21:00h.
A space to express yourself and speak through music and video. In collaboration with the Castellón School of Art and Design (EASD) and taking Telenoika's AV jams as a reference, the Audiovisual Jam comes to Castellón. Coordinated activity and initiative by EASD professor Balbina Rodríguez (formerly of Telenoika) with the EASD student association in Castellón.
The audience will be able to participate in an improvisation session based on their videos, music, or photos.
2nd edition TRAGAPINYOLS . FEBRUARY, 14 AND 15. ALL DAY.
PRE-TRAGAPINYOLS #1 - FANZINEMA! . JANUARY, 10. 11.30H. AND 18.30H..00h.
As a prelude to Tragapinyols, Castelló's self-publishing event, pre-Tragapinyols #1 – Fanzinema! brings together a collective comic workshop led by Javier Lozano and a screening of short films about fanzines and self-publishing. Designed for the general public, the event invites participants to experiment, watch, and discuss accessible practices, with no prior experience necessary. .
COLLECTIVE COMIC WORKSHOP Artist: Javier Lozano and Tragapinyols Collective
10/01/2026. 11.30h. SHORT FILM SESSION FANZINES AND SELF-PUBLISHING
10/01/2026. 18.30h.
Silent film from the early days of cinema, accompanied by live music improvised for the occasion, articulated in the context of the latest musical trends, in form and content. Developed from the techniques and principles of free improvisation.
Time: 20:00h.
Free admission until full capacity is reached
BLANK CITYNANOOK OF THE NORTH
DATE: 27 MARCH
TIME: 8:00 PM
YEAR: 1922
DIRECTOR: Robert J. Flaherty
DURATION: 79′
COUNTRY: EEUU
GENRE: Documentary
SOUNDTRACK PERFORMERS: Josep Lluís Galiana (saxophone, composer, and musical director) / Jesús Gallardo (percussion) / Matías Riquelme (cello)
The first feature-length documentary in the history of cinema accompanied by a soundtrack created specifically for an ensemble of three improvisers by composer Josep Lluís Galiana. The score, timeline, marks the most important sequences and scenes, assigning specific sounds, timbres, and parameters to the different characters.
The unity of the work lies in this identification and in certain motifs that are repeated throughout the “improcomposition” or “comprovisation.”
EspaiMenut offers families the opportunity to learn about new techniques for artistic creation and experimentation. Through the use of different techniques, children attending our workshops will be able to learn about different forms of artistic expression in a practical way. On this occasion, the Pantonas cycle returns with its second volume, brought to you by Formiguer Produccions.
Audience: ages 6 to 14 years old
Schedule: 11:00h.-13:00h.
Free admission with previous reservation: didactica_eacc@ivc.gva.es
PANTONAS. DIVERSE TOWARD. JANUARY, 31. 11:00h.-13:00h.
Ages: 6 to 14
ARTIST: Vane Julián
Illustrator with a degree in Fine Arts and a master's degree in Animation and Illustration. She has spent much of her career in the United Kingdom and works in editorial illustration and large-scale muralism.
We will delve into the creation of unbiased characters using graphic language as a means of communication, to free ourselves from stereotypes from a creative perspective, stimulating our sensory, perceptual, and thinking abilities.
PANTONAS. WITH A SIX AND A FOUR: COLLAGE PORTRAITSDIVERSE TOWARD. FEBRUARY, 28. 11:00h.-13:00h.
Ages: 6 to 14
ARTIST: Marta Negre
Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Master's degree in Graphic Arts, and Master's degree in Artistic Production, specializing in Contemporary Thought and Visual Culture.
What would be the minimum expression needed to create a portrait? Based on the formula “less is better than more” and the cutting of paper, cardboard, and the composition and superimposition of layers, we will capture the synthetic shots that help us compose a whole series of characters.
PANTONAS. SEASONAL STILL LIFES.. MARCH, 28. 11:00h. - 13:00h.
Ages: 6 to 14
ARTISTS: Júlia Badia and Glòria Esteve (BONAVISTA TALLER)
Creators who join forces from their respective fine arts studios (Barcelona, Benicàssim, and Lleida). A sea and mountain duo, mixing roots and styles in a joint project.
Their philosophy lies in their unique value, combining a passion for traditional techniques with a sensitivity to current trends. Organizing different elements in a color palette that represents a season of the year
SCHOOL GUIDED TOURS
GUIDED TOURS:
- Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. by appointment for schools: didactica_eacc@ivc.gva.es
- Saturdays: from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. without appointment
Parallel activities intended to adults designed for the center, which provide access to creative mechanisms based on experience. Their aim is to facilitate a better understanding of everything involved in contemporary creation, offering theoretical and practical tools that can be applied both personally and professionally.
Time: See according to activity
Free admission with previous reservation: didactica_eacc@ivc.gva.es
NOISE PUPPETS . FEBRUARY, 7. 10:00h.-14:00h. and 16:00h.-20:00h.
ARTIST: Martí Guillem
Introduction to the world of DIY (do it yourself) electronics and instrument building taught by the heterodox artist, improviser, and creator of unique and unusual instruments Martí Guillem. A stuffed animal will be transformed into a noisy and strange sound device. Working with everyday materials and tools that allow for the manipulation of sound, reflecting on their expressive potential, and showcasing new musical processes and forms. Reservation: didactica_EACC@ivc.gva.es
A space dedicated to sound experimentation with local, national and international proposals. The performances will take place at 20:00 h with free access until full capacity.
Time: view by show.
Free admission until full capacity is reached
TRÍO TRUNA (TX3). JANUARY, 30. 20.00 h.
TRÍO TRUNA: on this occasion, Dr. Truna (Andrés Blasco) performs alongside two sound cultures, created by himself as an electronic luthier. These are EL TORO CÓSMICO and EL ATRIL DEL FUTURO . He performs his music live with an expanded cello and electronics, while two pre-recorded videos of himself (projected clones) are shown, connected to two DVD players. He interacts with each of them using his remote controls.
2nd TRAGAPINYOLS FEST. POLICÍA . FEBRUARY, 14. 12:30h. h.
2nd TRAGAPINYOLS FEST. RUÏNOSAS Y LAS STRIPPERS DE RAHOLA . FEBRUARY, 14. 17:00h. h.
2nd TRAGAPINYOLS FEST. RUÏNOSAS Y LAS STRIPPERS DE RAHOLA . FEBRUARY, 14. 18:30h.
