First held in 1984 as a political exercise to showcase Third
World visual arts for First World art tourists, the Havana Biennial
has proved itself a worthy event attracting dozens of artists who
exhibit their works over a two-month period in the Cuban... see full details
Parades and street parties, colourful costumes, wild dancing and
traditional music. Cubans really know how to throw a party and for
several weeks each year they do, the fun and frolics reaching high
levels over weekends when the locals put their toil and... see full details
Held every year, Havana's feast of jazz is eagerly awaited by
fans around the world, offering four days of concerts, jam sessions
and workshops. Many artists travel to Cuba to perform without any
remuneration, the event having gained a prestigious reputation for
quality and... see full details