Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes promotes workshops and traditional events across Guatemala

 Liwy Grazioso, Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes
Liwy Grazioso, Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes | Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes

The Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala has recently highlighted a series of cultural initiatives and events through its official Twitter account. The posts, published on November 12, 2025, focus on community engagement in the arts, traditional celebrations, and the use of digital platforms for cultural promotion.

On November 12, 2025, the Ministry reported on an audiovisual workshop as part of the Semana de la Creación Audiovisual held at Flamingo Histórico in Guatemala City. The tweet stated: "Asimismo, se centró en cómo usar las redes como 'puentes culturales', la disciplina en la creación de contenido y la importancia de la autenticidad. Este cuarto taller es parte de la Semana de la Creación Audiovisual que se realizó en el Flamingo Histórico, Ciudad de Guatemala."

Later that day, the Ministry shared information about a local cultural hub in Izabal. The post read: "#Izabal | La Casa de Desarrollo Cultural, es un punto de encuentro comunitario en Río Dulce donde el arte y la cultura florecen preservando las tradiciones del lugar. #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero" This message emphasizes the role of Casa de Desarrollo Cultural as a community space dedicated to fostering art and preserving local traditions in Río Dulce.

In another tweet from November 12, 2025, the Ministry promoted an upcoming event at Centro Deportivo Erick Barrondo. The tweet announced: "#Guatemala | El Centro Deportivo Erick Barrondo se llena de colores y tradición. Este 16 de noviembre podrás disfrutar en familia del Día del Barrilete con diferentes actividades recreativas. Conoce los detalles aquí https://t.co/RXZtxtwqhJ #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero" The announcement highlights the celebration of Día del Barrilete (Kite Day), inviting families to participate in recreational activities that celebrate Guatemalan tradition.

The Ministry's recent communications reflect ongoing efforts by government agencies to promote cultural participation and preserve national heritage through both physical spaces and digital outreach. Initiatives such as workshops during Semana de la Creación Audiovisual and community centers like Casa de Desarrollo Cultural are part of broader strategies to strengthen cultural identity across regions in Guatemala.