Aerial view of the Iemanjá community taking part in a water ritual
OCEANÍA DEL POLONIOROCHA · URUGUAY

IEMANJÁ FESTIVAL · 2027

The ocean is
calling us back.

Five days of music, dance, ritual, wellbeing and community by the ocean.

30 January to 3 February 2027
Oceanía del Polonio · Rocha · Uruguay

5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTSPLANNED MAXIMUM CAPACITY · 400 PEOPLEALCOHOL-FREE

Some gatherings
keep beating
inside us.

Some gatherings keep beating inside us long after we say goodbye. They remain in the body, in the embraces, in the memory of the fire and in the joy of dancing and expanding together.

Iemanjá is an intimate festival by the sea, bringing together music, dance, art, workshops, healing practices and ritual in the natural landscape of Rocha, Uruguay. For five days, we create a temporary community where we celebrate life with presence, care for the water and make space for listening, play, rest and transformation.

We are an alcohol-free, family-friendly gathering with free water, vegan and vegetarian food and a communal fire. The planned maximum capacity for this edition is 400 people, with care and connection at the heart of the experience.

Come meet the ocean, one another and yourself. The portal is opening again.

Meet us by the ocean. 30 JAN — 3 FEB 2027.

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One gathering.
Many ways to be.

Electronic music and dancing among the trees at Iemanjá 2025
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MUSIC · DANCE · SOUND

Dancing is
another way
to listen.

Organic, electronic and ancestral sounds flow through the gathering. We dance as celebration, expression and collective ritual.

Aerial view of the collective water ritual
02

WATER · RITUAL · PRESENCE

Back to water.
Back to the body.
Back to feeling.

Water, fire and intention hold the opening, unfolding and closing of the experience.

People gathered around the communal fire at night
03

FIRE · COMMUNITY · NIGHT

A heart
alight.

A glowing heart where we gather, talk, sing and remember.

Music and dance

Organic, electronic and ancestral sounds flow through the gathering. We dance as celebration, expression and collective ritual.

Rituals

Water, fire and intention hold the opening, unfolding and closing of the experience.

Workshops

Movement, listening, creativity and shared knowledge invite us to explore new ways of inhabiting the body and community.

Healing practices

Spaces for care and bodywork led by invited therapists and facilitators.

Food

Plant-based meals prepared with love to nourish the days and nights of the gathering.

Communal fire

A glowing heart where we gather, talk, sing and remember.

Families

A place for different generations to meet in a caring, alcohol-free environment.

Ocean and nature

The coast of Rocha is a living part of the festival, inviting us to connect with respect.

The festival kitchen among trees and handmade decorations

Everyday moments can be ritual too.

Eating, drinking water, resting and sharing are all part of the experience. Vegan food, free drinking water and spaces to pause help sustain the body throughout the five days.

VEGAN FOODFREE DRINKING WATERFAMILY-FRIENDLY
01

Alcohol-free

Joy grows through presence, music and connection.

02

Free drinking water

We care for water, the element that sustains life and a symbolic centre of the gathering.

03

Plant-based food

Food to nourish the days and nights of the festival.

04

Community and care

A planned maximum capacity of 400 people, with care for the surroundings and participants at the heart of the gathering.

05

Families

A gathering open to different generations.

06

Care for the earth

Responsible shared living, thoughtful waste practices and respect for the natural surroundings.

The next edition
is taking shape.

Soon we will reveal the people bringing this edition to life.

MusicDJ setsMovementPerformanceWorkshopsRitualsHealing practicesFamilies

Artists, facilitators and times will be announced as they are confirmed.

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Meet us by the ocean. 30 JAN — 3 FEB 2027.

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Oceanía del Polonio.
Rocha, Uruguay.

Iemanjá takes place at La Vieja Escuela, a rural property in Oceanía del Polonio, in the department of Rocha. Open skies, countryside and a nearby ocean let us create a temporary community away from the pace of the city.

La Vieja Escuela is on Route 10 at km 260 in Oceanía del Polonio, Rocha. Free parking will be available inside the grounds. Find the location shared by the organisers and bus information in the travel section.

The Iemanjá community gathering on the beach in Rocha

The portal
opens again.

Ticket sales are not open yet. Final prices, the allocation for each release and full conditions will be published before sales begin.

30 January to 3 February 20275 DAYS · 4 NIGHTSROCHA · URUGUAY

TICKETS COMING SOON

Ticket releases and prices

Releases and allocations are being prepared. Prices will be published once approved by the organisers.

What is included

Camping is included; bring your own tent. Activity access and other inclusions will be detailed before sales open. Meal inclusions are still to be confirmed.

Arrival and departure

Arrival is planned from 8 am on Saturday 30 January, with the first activity at 3:33 pm. Early Friday arrival and departure times still need confirmation.

Payment and conditions

The ticket provider, accepted cards and change and refund policies will be explained before you buy.

Prices will be listed in Uruguayan pesos (UYU). Any USD or EUR equivalents shown will be approximate.

Your journey
to the gathering.

From Montevideo and Rocha

The destination is La Vieja Escuela, Route 10, km 260, Oceanía del Polonio, Rocha. Follow Route 10; free parking will be available inside the grounds.

Arriving by air

Airport options and onward travel to the festival are still being verified. Please wait for the travel guide before booking a transfer.

By bus from Montevideo

From Montevideo, you can contact Rutas del Sol, COT and CYNZA–Núñez. Look for a service along Route 10 towards Cabo Polonio or La Pedrera and ask about getting off opposite La Vieja Escuela at km 260, Oceanía del Polonio. Confirm the route, stop and January 2027 timetable with the operator before buying a bus ticket. No official transfers are currently organised; the community group will be shared to coordinate journeys.

From La Pedrera and the return journey

From La Pedrera, ask about services along Route 10 towards Cabo Polonio that stop at km 260. There is a return stop opposite the grounds. Confirm January 2027 stops and timetables directly with the operator.

Accommodation and reception

Your ticket includes camping with your own tent. Composting toilets, showers and free parking will be available. Arrival is planned from 8 am on Saturday 30 January; departure times still need confirmation.

Summer by the ocean

It is summer in Uruguay. Bring sun protection, a layer for the wind, comfortable footwear and a reusable water bottle. A full packing list will follow once facilities are confirmed.

Information for visitors

The local currency is the Uruguayan peso (UYU). Electricity is 220 V; check which adapter you need. There will be no Wi-Fi and phone-charging points will be limited. Check migration requirements with the official source.

Find La Vieja Escuela

Route 10, km 260 · Oceanía del Polonio · Rocha. This is the venue location shared by the organisers. Use it to plan your journey and confirm entrance instructions before travelling.

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La Vieja Escuela · Ruta 10, km 260

Before
you come.

Answers to help you plan your trip and enjoy Iemanjá 2027. Details that still need confirmation are marked clearly.

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What does the ticket include?

Your ticket includes the right to camp; bring your own tent. Activity access and any other inclusions will be detailed before sales open. Whether meals are included is still to be confirmed.

Is there camping, and are there toilets and showers?

Yes. Camping is included in your ticket; bring your own tent. There will be composting toilets and shared showers. Please keep them clean and use water thoughtfully. Hot water has not been confirmed for this edition.

Are meals included? Can allergies be accommodated?

There will be a vegan and vegetarian restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner at set times, food options during the day and a café. The alcohol-free bar will offer juices, refreshing drinks, tea and cacao. Meal inclusions, prices, opening hours and allergy arrangements still need confirmation.

Is drinking water free?

Yes. Free drinking water will be available throughout the festival. Bring a reusable bottle and use water thoughtfully.

What is the policy on alcohol and other substances?

Iemanjá is alcohol-free and bringing alcohol is not permitted. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available at the bar. The full policy on other substances and care still needs confirmation.

Can families and children attend?

Yes. Iemanjá is a family-friendly gathering with activities for different ages. Children enter free; teenagers need a ticket. Exact age bands will be confirmed before sales open. Children and teenagers must be accompanied by a responsible adult; documentation requirements are still being finalised.

How accessible are the grounds?

The festival takes place in a natural setting where surfaces may be uneven. If you have specific access needs, contact produccionessandiauy@gmail.com before the event to discuss available support. Accessible routes, toilets and parking still need verification.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are welcome under the responsibility and care of their owner or guardian.

How do I get there without a car? Are there transfers?

From Montevideo, you can contact Rutas del Sol, COT and CYNZA–Núñez. Look for a service along Route 10 towards Cabo Polonio or La Pedrera and ask about getting off opposite La Vieja Escuela at km 260, Oceanía del Polonio. Confirm the route, stop and January 2027 timetable with the operator before buying a bus ticket. No official transfers are currently organised; the community group will be shared to coordinate journeys.

What time can I arrive?

Arrival is planned from 8 am on Saturday 30 January, with the first activity scheduled for 3:33 pm. Friday afternoon or evening arrival has not been confirmed. Updates will be shared through the official channels.

What happens if it rains or is windy?

The festival takes place outdoors and we will monitor the weather closely. Changes affecting safety or the programme will be announced through the official channels. The severe-weather plan and conditions for cancellation or a date change are still being finalised.

How do we care for water, the grounds and waste?

Look after the grounds, use water thoughtfully, leave no litter and be considerate of those around you. Bring reusable utensils and a bottle, plus a bag for your rubbish. Specific sorting and disposal guidance will be shared in the participant guide.

Will there be first aid and care support?

A first-aid kit and a designated care team will be available. If you need help, approach the production team. Professional medical staffing, an emergency contact and the full care protocols still need confirmation.

How can I pay? Can I buy from another country?

We aim to offer credit and debit cards, transfers and electronic payments, including international cards. Supported methods and countries will be confirmed with the selected provider before sales open. No particular payment method is guaranteed yet.

Can tickets be refunded or exchanged?

Under the conditions communicated by the organisers, tickets will not be exchanged or refunded if you are personally unable to attend. The policy for festival cancellation or a date change is still being finalised. Full conditions will be published before sales open.

Meet us by the ocean. 30 JAN — 3 FEB 2027.

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Portal Sandía.
Where the gathering begins.

Portal Sandía organises Festival Iemanjá: a gathering of music, art, ritual and community born in Uruguay and open to the world.

Soon we will share the project’s story and introduce the people making this edition possible.

Let’s stay
in touch.

Our official channels for questions and festival news will appear here.

Follow Iemanjá on Instagram ↗

produccionessandiauy@gmail.com

You can also message @portalsandia on Instagram. The WhatsApp group link will be shared when available.

News sign-up will become available once the official channel is ready, with explicit consent.