In an effort to strengthen artistic creation and promote cultural development across Baja California, Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda together with President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has unveiled this year’s call for applications aimed at the cultural sector.
The initiatives are designed to open new opportunities for artists and creators while fostering local talent throughout the region.
The governor emphasized that since the start of her administration, the goal has been to ensure all residents benefit from support programs.
“Art, culture, music, and dance are instruments of peace, social justice, and transformation,” the governor said.
Among the opportunities is the 25th edition of the October Festival, which invites creators, performers, and ensembles from across Mexico to submit proposals for a high-quality artistic program centered on the theme “Territories of Peace.”
Projects should address issues such as inclusion, migration, non-discrimination, and violence prevention, and must appeal to diverse audiences. The deadline to apply is April 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Meanwhile, the 2026 Program for Stimuli to Artistic Creation and Development (PECDA) offers a combined fund of 6 million pesos, split equally between the federal and state governments. That marks a 100% increase from the previous edition.
The program targets creators who reside in Baja California and aims to support up to 76 projects across a range of artistic disciplines. It also introduces a new category for Independent Cultural Spaces. Applications close April 14, 2026.
Additionally, the 2026 Program of Support for Municipal and Community Cultures (PACMyC) is geared toward groups and individuals who preserve the cultural heritage of Indigenous, Afro-Mexican, and grassroots communities. It provides up to 150,000 pesos per project, with a total investment of 8.4 million pesos through federal-state co-investment.
As part of its commitment to applicants, the state will offer free PACMyC training sessions throughout April in all seven municipalities. The workshops are intended to help interested participants develop their projects and encourage greater community involvement.
Culture Secretary Alma Delia Ábrego Ceballos noted that these efforts are part of a broader cultural policy focused on inclusion, equitable access to the arts, and building peaceful environments at the community and artistic level.
Governor Marina del Pilar concluded that these initiatives continue to bring meaningful opportunities to creators, strengthen artistic talent, and support projects that make a positive impact in their communities.
