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The Youth Art Fair celebrates the creativity, imagination and vision of Aruba’s young artists. Now in its 2nd edition, the fair takes place on 12 December 2026 during the Annual Christmas Fair in San Nicolas, and gives participants aged 12 to 17 a professional platform to present their work to the public – gaining real experience while sharing their perspectives through art.
Young creators working across painting, fashion design, music, dance, film, graphic design and digital media showcase original projects in a vibrant exhibition setting. They experience the full creative journey, from concept and production to public presentation, while connecting with artists, mentors and the community.
This year’s theme, NATURE X MANKIND, invites students to reflect on environmental awareness, island ecosystems, sustainability and the balance between development and nature – and you will also discover a special exhibition of paintings created by Aruba’s schools around the same theme.
Entrance is FREE for everyone. Registration is free for young artists, with a participation fee of AWG 25.
🎤 Empowering Young Creative Voices
A real stage and an opening-night gala where teens unveil their final projects – a canvas, a rap track, a short film or a fashion piece – building confidence and validating their creative voices.
🎨 Developing Multidisciplinary Skills
Workshops and mentorship in painting, performance, fashion design, music production, videography, graphic design and digital media – including the new Graphic Design with 3D Printing program.
🤝 Building Intergenerational Connections
Teen artists meet mentors, collectors and educators through guided tours, portfolio reviews and panel talks – opening doors to scholarships, mentorships and future collaborations.
🏫 Learning with Filomena College
Throughout July and August, an immersive education program with Filomena College guides participants from concept development to a polished, exhibition-ready project.
❤️ Driving Community Impact
Families, schools and cultural organizations gather to support young talent – strengthening the connection between education and the arts, and San Nicolas’s role as a welcoming hub for creativity.
