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Paradiso Fest

January 14, 2025

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The Paradiso Schedule

Your Creative Escape Awaits. Mark your calendar: March 12-16, 2025. Paradiso in M/u00e9rida, Yucat/u00e1n, is just around the corner, and the schedule is designed to be nothing short of unforgettable. Think mornings to energize, afternoons to explore, and nights to inspire. From intimate dinners to breathtaking cenotes, every moment has been curated to spark your creative fire.

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The Other Side of Creativity
The Other Side of Creativity
Welcome to the Paradiso Festival
Welcome to the Paradiso Festival

Welcome to Paradiso/u2014a festival that/u2019s anything but ordinary. It/u2019s not a crowded conference or a flashy event. Paradiso is a retreat designed for creators seeking depth, inspiration, and meaningful connection. Over five days, you/u2019ll step away from the grind to rediscover what truly matters: your ideas, your people, and your creative spark.

Set in the heart of M/u00e9rida, Yucat/u00e1n/u2014a city where history and creativity intertwine/u2014Paradiso invites you to leave behind deadlines, notifications, and the noise of everyday life. In this vibrant setting, unplanned conversations turn into collaborations, quiet moments lead to breakthroughs, and immersive experiences remind you why you create in the first place.

A space where people can freely interact
A space where people can freely interact
March, Friday 14th
March, Friday 14th

PinMarch, Saturday 15th

PinMarch, Sunday 16th

So what can you expect?

The Paradiso schedule has been designed to balance inspiration and relaxation:

From the moment you arrive at the Welcome Dinner at Sal/u00f3n Gallos on March 12, you/u2019ll be immersed in a world where creativity isn/u2019t consumed/u2014it/u2019s lived. Wake up to bright M/u00e9rida mornings with activities like the Paradiso Running Club or the 10K Official Race, followed by explorations of local gems like cenotes and treasure hunts.

Afternoons offer time to soak up M/u00e9rida/u2019s charm/u2014visit bustling markets, enjoy a siesta, or capture the city/u2019s colorful streets with your camera. Evenings are where the magic truly comes alive. Picture yourself in a transformed flour factory/u2014Sal/u00f3n Gallos/u2014a space brimming with workshops, live performances, tattoo art, and even impromptu creative discussions over wine.

The experience culminates in the Closing Party at Lagarto de Oro on March 15 and a serene Brunch on the Beach the following day. Each moment is designed to connect, inspire, and recharge your creative soul.

Meet other linkeminded creators
Meet other linkeminded creators
Vallee Duhamel
Vallee Duhamel

PinJessica Walsh

At Paradiso, line-up/u00a0is as vibrant as the experience itself. Expect globally renowned creatives and thought leaders to guide, challenge, and inspire you. Here/u2019s a glimpse at just a few of the standout names:

  • Jessica Walsh (&Walsh): A trailblazer in design and branding.
  • Vallee Duhamel: Masters of playful, experimental visuals.
  • Beeple: The digital art phenomenon redefining creativity.
  • Paula Scher (Pentagram): Legendary graphic designer and typographer.
  • Timothy Goodman: Designer and illustrator whose raw authenticity captivates audiences.

And that/u2019s just the beginning. Other iconic names include

Anthony Burrill

,

Debbie Millman

,

Radim Malinic

,

Gmunk

,

Pupila

, and

Super Roger

. Whether through workshops, talks, or chance encounters, you/u2019ll have the chance to connect with some of the most brilliant minds in art, design, and storytelling.

Stefan Sagmeister
Stefan Sagmeister

PinPaula Scher

Forget what you think you know about festivals/u2014Paradiso isn/u2019t defined by an image or identity, but by the essence of experience, the connections you form, and the transformation you undergo. Creativity here isn/u2019t polished or filtered/u2014it/u2019s raw, fluid, and alive, evolving with you and reflecting the growth every creator seeks. Whether you/u2019re dancing under the stars, diving into a cenote, or sharing ideas over coffee, every moment feels authentic and unforgettable. With just 100 tickets available, Paradiso promises an intimate, impactful journey that will leave you inspired, recharged, and ready to take on whatever comes next. Reserve your spot today that are available by direct contact only as most have been sold out. See you there!.

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