Kontrabando Hosts 23rd Crafts and Graphic Arts Fair: «Latin American Heart» at Valentín Letelier School in Recoleta

Original article: «Corazón Latinoamericano»: Kontrabando presenta su 23° Feria de Oficios y Artes Gráficas en el Liceo Valentín Letelier de Recoleta

On November 14 and 15, the Valentín Letelier School in Recoleta will transform into a vibrant hub for the 23rd Kontrabando Crafts and Graphic Arts Fair, aptly titled «Latin American Heart.»

This year’s event will feature representatives from Santiago, various regions of Chile, and other countries across the Americas, creating a showcase that celebrates independent creation, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange.

One of the highlights of this edition will be the TINTA JAGUAR exhibition: Latin American Graphics Without Borders, a project by NUDO Street Art Project, which collaborates with the acclaimed Colombian printing house La Linterna de Cali to honor the graphic arts of Latin America.

Additionally, the fair will include live art demonstrations from Arpilleristas of the Families of Detained and Disappeared Group, the Woodcut Action Collective, and Rata Studio Risografía, among others, offering the audience insights into various techniques, creative processes, and experiences related to graphic arts and memory.

The program also features wooden games for children of all ages, mini theater performances (lambe-lambe), and a culinary area with food trucks providing diverse and delicious options. Attendees are invited to explore, discover, and engage in numerous artistic and cultural experiences over the two-day event.

Workshops with «Malaimagen»

Another initiative aimed at encouraging cultural access and participation in the community is the free workshops offered during this edition of Kontrabando.

There will be four sessions in total: two for children and two for young adults, with all materials provided.

Among these is a workshop led by Malaimagen, a renowned cartoonist and graphic humorist, who will share his experiences and creative process with participants. Registration is required for the workshops, which have limited spaces; to sign up, visit Kontrabando’s social media channels (@feria_kontrabando on Instagram).

Event Details

• Event: 23rd KONTRABANDO Crafts and Graphic Arts Fair – LATIN AMERICAN HEART.
• Dates: Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, 2026.
• Time: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
• Location: Valentín Letelier School.
• Address: Recoleta 523, Recoleta commune. Near Patronato metro station.
• Admission: Free with voluntary donation.
• Audience: Family-friendly event, free from alcohol, drugs, and any form of violence.