BIFA
AUGUST 15 – 24, 2025
ADVENTURE • CREATIVITY • NATURE • PLAY
The Breckenridge International Festival of Arts invites locals and visitors on a transformative 10-day journey exploring the interconnectedness of people and ecosystems—both seen and unseen, above and below the surface. Through adventurous, arts- and play-based programming, this year’s festival delves into vital themes of sustainability, living networks, and the deep connections between nature and human expression.
From the rhythms of the natural world to the hum of culture and creativity, an impressive lineup of local, national, and international artists will present artworks, installations, performances, music, talks, and creative workshops that inspire reflection, wonder, and dialogue about the connections that shape our identities and experiences. By exploring these dynamic, interwoven systems, the festival fosters a deeper understanding of how our actions and expressions impact the world around us.
Stay tuned for the second launch of our 2025 program announcement. More details coming soon.
VIP Perks. Unforgettable Moments.
Elevate your festival experience with a BIFA VIP Pass or VIP Business Pass, unlocking exclusive access, premium perks, and unforgettable moments at the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts.
Designed for those who want to dive deeper into the festival’s performances and experiences, these passes provide a unique way to engage with BIFA’s world-class artists and programming.
BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Discover exciting opportunities for your business to be part of BIFA! Become a sponsor, buy a program book ad, or purchase a VIP Business Pass to showcase your brand, engage with our vibrant community, and offer unique experiences to your employees.
This ten-day long celebration of art in all forms inspired by themes of environment and mountain culture is packed with options
Thrillist Denver
Community Event
Community Event
Concrete Jams: Skate Mission Submission
BIFA Core Programs
BIFA INFO + CRAFT TENT
The BIFA Info + Craft Tent is located on the Blue River Plaza. Stop by to pick up a daily schedule, to get questions answered and, of course, to create some art! The Blue River Plaza is located at 137 S. Main Street in downtown Breckenridge, right across the street from Old Masonic Hall.
Details Coming Soon
Acoustic Flow
Start each morning of the festival with a 60-minute gentle yoga class that combines music, nature and wellness along the relaxing shores of the Blue River.
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Trail Mix: LIVE Events
Hike or bike along any of four trails in Breckenridge and delight in art, performance and nature, offering a range of accessibility. Weekdays during the festival, find live music, theater and talks take place three times a day along the trail.
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BIFA FEATURED ARTISTS
DAAN ROOSEGAARDE
Dutch artist and innovator Daan Roosegaarde merges art and technology to create breathtaking, sustainable installations that inspire wonder and reflection. Known for projects like Waterlicht and the Smog Tower, Roosegaarde transforms public spaces with light, movement, and environmental awareness. At BIFA, he presents SPARK, a mesmerizing display of biodegradable light sparks floating in the air, offering a sustainable alternative to fireworks and reimagining the way we celebrate together.
SEE SPARK LIVE
Minty fresh circus
Conceived by Monique Martin, Minty Fresh Circus is a US-based circus show performed by an all-Black cast, with a majority-Black creative team celebrating the healing power of Black music and movement, infused with the joy and resilience of those who traversed the transatlantic slave trade. Grounded in Sankofa (a Ghanaian word encouraging one to learn from the past to inform the future) with an Afro-futuristic vibe, Minty Fresh Circus features movement, music, and circus arts in a time-bending journey of redemption.
FEEL THE ENERGY
Anna Tsouhlarakis
Anna Tsouhlarakis redefines what Native art is and can be. Her work, rooted in strength, resilience, and humor, challenges traditional narratives and amplifies Native voices in powerful, unexpected ways. Using sculpture, video, performance, and text, she deconstructs stereotypes while celebrating the rich complexities of Native identity.
REIMAGINE NATIVE ART
And that’s just the beginning.
dozens of other incredible artists will join us throughout BIFA, bringing even more creativity to the mountains.
The Artists
Trail Mix: Art Installations
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Anna Tsouhlarakis: The Native Guide Project
August 15, 2025 - August 24, 2025
Bill Orisich: Root Notes - Sounds of the Underground
August 15 – 24, 2025 • Time TBD
Anna Tsouhlarakis: Rocketship
August 15, 2025 - August 24, 2025
Anna Tsouhlarakis: Edges of the Ephemeral
August 15, 2025 - August 24, 20252025 Featured Installation
SPARK
Inspired by fireflies, stars, and a vision for reimagining celebrations, SPARK is a poetic display of thousands of biodegradable light sparks floating silently through the air. Created by Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde, this immersive installation offers a sustainable alternative to traditional fireworks, inviting audiences to slow down, connect, and marvel at the beauty of light carried by the wind.
Roosegaarde, known for his innovative projects that merge art, technology, and environmental consciousness, believes in creativity as a catalyst for change. SPARK embodies this philosophy, replacing pollution with wonder and transforming the sky into a mesmerizing experience. Previous works from Studio Roosegaarde include Waterlicht, an installation illustrating rising sea levels, and the Smog Tower, which purifies urban air.
Presented by Breck Create in partnership with the Town of Breckenridge, this U.S. premiere of SPARK aligns with the festival’s commitment to sustainability and artistic innovation, offering a breathtaking moment of reflection and shared experience at the 2025 Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA).
Inspired by fireflies and the desire to reinvent traditional fireworks, SPARK is a poetic display of thousands of biodegradable light sparks gracefully floating through the air.
BIFA 2025 Exhibiting Artists
EXHIBITION