Celebrate the festive figures of Bilbao's popular culture at the Giants of Bilbao exhibition starting July 1. This special display spans two venues: Euskal Museoa houses the active festive giants, while the Yacimiento site presents retired historical figures. Learn about local craftsmanship and participate in engaging family workshops.
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This exhibition celebrates the iconic figures of Bilbao's popular culture, known as the 'Giants', which traditionally herald the start of the Aste Nagusia festivities. Spread across two historical venues in Bilbao, the display showcases both contemporary figures that participate in festivals and older generations of giants that have retired from street celebrations.
The 'Giants of Bilbao' exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to encounter the legendary figures that form a vital part of the city's collective imagination. By utilizing two distinct locations, the exhibition allows for a comprehensive display: the Euskal Museoa features the giant figures that currently participate in the annual Aste Nagusia celebrations, while the Yacimiento de la Plaza Corazón de María presents historical generations of these iconic characters that are no longer active in street parades. Organized in collaboration with the Ondalan Konpartsa, the exhibition highlights the artistry behind these large-scale figures and their significance in Basque cultural heritage. Beyond the main display, the experience is enriched by a variety of participative workshops for families and children, where visitors can engage with traditional dances, create their own model figures, and learn about the craftsmanship and performance history of these beloved symbols of Bilbao.
General admission to the Euskal Museoa is 10 euros, while access to the Yacimiento site costs 3 euros. There are free admission days on Wednesdays at the Euskal Museoa and Thursdays at the Yacimiento site, with specific age-based discounts and free entry during the Aste Nagusia festival from August 22 to 30. Tickets can be purchased online or at the museum box office, depending on the activity selected for the workshops mentioned on the website.
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