Nicosia, Cyprus. Preparations for this year’s Fengaros festival have paused until further notice due to a lack of information on support from the deputy ministry of culture, the festival said on Tuesday.
Festival cites lack of clarity on government support
The festival said its activities are temporarily on hold until the deputy ministry of culture provides all cultural organisations with a formal statement and a clear timeline regarding annual support measures for 2026.
Fengaros said it had contacted the ministry but received no response.
Citing ongoing uncertainty, the festival said ambiguity over government support had jeopardised planning and left it with no choice but to halt preparations for this year’s edition.
The festival said communication with international and local artists, art workers, long-term partners and potential collaborators cannot proceed until clear and reliable information is made available to everyone.
Background on the festival
Established in 2011, Fengaros festival has become one of Cyprus’ most well-known music and art festivals.
It is held annually in the first days of August, previously in Kato Drys in the Larnaca area and last year in Lumina, Kornos.
Over the last 15 years, the festival has expanded to include the Fengaros music village, where local and international experts hold workshops on music production, and Fengaros High, a four-month programme for young musicians aimed at supporting them to showcase their work.
No comment provided
Neither Fengaros festival nor the deputy ministry of culture responded to the Cyprus Mail’s request for comment.
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