Location for Ibug confirmed: former hospital in Chemnitz!

Location for Ibug confirmed: former hospital in Chemnitz!

The anticipation for the IBUG Festival, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, is growing in Chemnitz. From 22nd to August 24th, 29th to August 31st and from September 5th to September 7th, the former hospital at Scheffelstraße 10 will be transformed into a vibrant place in urban art. As Blick , the venue was announced via the Instagram Canal Ibug.Art. The festival is organized by a committed team of volunteers and attracts tens of thousands of art lovers every year.

The Ibug, which stands for the "industrial building redesign", is more than just a festival: Since 2006 it has been converting vacant industrial wasteland into inspiring art spaces. The event has developed into one of the most important festivals for urban art in Europe, according to the website chemnitz2025 . Numerous art forms such as graffiti, painting, multimedia installations and workshops are offered there. Visitors can look forward to a versatile supporting program, including tours and discussion rounds that give deeper insights into the history and future of the locations used.

a festival for creative minds

The anniversary edition is designed by international artists who transform the old factory into a lively gallery. According to iku sachsen , art combines not only creativity, but also the history of the fallow works with the works of art. The original architecture and the character of the historical places should flow into the installations and paintings. The creativity of the artists is not restricted; Rather, you will be given a room to bring your ideas for life.

In addition to the creative redesign, the participating artists come as role models for the next generations, since they will also manage workshops in which both technology and concepts are conveyed. Interested visitors have the opportunity to become active themselves.

A look into the future

This year the festival will also put a special focus on the future of the locations. After the past and history of the past have pushed the focus and history, this year's event offers the opportunity for reflection and can open up new perspectives on how such places could develop in the future. The excellent mix of art, history and innovation makes the IBUG festival a unique experience that attracts artists from near and far.

be there when Chemnitz is all about urban art for three weekends and do not miss the chance to take part in this special event of the 20th edition of the Ibug! Whether on a tour, a workshop or the live act-the opportunity to be part of this creative development is a real pleasure for all senses.