# Performing arts festivals in Galicia

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/performing-arts-festivals-in-galicia
> Updated: 2026-10-16T02:55:05.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

The autumn season features various performing arts events in the Galicia region. The 35th International Autumn Theatre Festival of Carballo (FIOT) entered its second week, offering a mix of documentary theatre, alternative cycles, and street performances through its Rúa dos Contos segment. The festival also included the En Órbita music festival, which highlighted indie pop acts.

Following this, the Ourense International Theater Festival (FITO) launched its 2026 edition. This 10-day event focuses on decentralizing theatrical performances by utilizing multiple locations, including Ourense, Ribadavia, and Celanova. The programming incorporates international collaborations from Argentina and Colombia, alongside street and circus spectacles.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Ourense International Theater Festival begins 2026 edition

The Ourense International Theater Festival (FITO) 2026 has begun, featuring street performances and international collaborations across Ourense, Ribadavia, and Celanova.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ourense-international-theater-festival-begins-2026-edition

### 2026-09-26: Cultural festivals FIOT and En Órbita feature theatre and indie pop

Cultural festivals FIOT and En Órbita continue with diverse programming, ranging from Galician theatre and documentary pieces to indie pop performances by Beach Fossils and Dënver.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-festivals-fiot-and-en-rbita-feature-theatre-and-indie-pop

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