Night of the Museums at the Venezuelan Embassy – Culture, Art, and Zeus Salas’s Roosters
in LEGO Mosaic-Paintings on an Unforgettable Day!
This will be a true celebration of culture – with the spirit of Venezuela brought to Budapest.
The Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is joining Hungary’s nationwide Night
of the Museums for the very first time – and not just in any way. Their full-day, free-to-
attend event welcomes visitors with a unique cultural experience, where contemporary
visual art, traditional Venezuelan music, hands-on creative workshops, and authentic
flavors come together – much to the delight of both children and adults.
At the heart of the event is Zeus Salas, a Venezuelan painter whose works will be on display
in a special pop-up exhibition inside the Embassy. This time, Salas’s vivid imagery will come
to life not only on canvas, but also as LEGO-mosaics through a community building session
with the Nyíregyháza-based tekerd! group, open to everyone.
Also since music has always been the heartbeat of Venezuelan life, the day will also feature live concerts and flavorful culinary delights.
This is a true celebration of culture – with the spirit of Venezuela brought to Budapest.
Venue: Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Saturday June 21, 2025. Only One Day … Mark the date for your own full day entertainment.
Schedule program by the hour:
10 a.m. – 6 p.m – Zeus Salas Pop-Up Exhibition
Visitors can discover the artistic world of Caracas-born, Budapest-based painter and
performer Zeus Salas through a special pop-up exhibition hosted within the walls of the
Embassy. His works are deeply inspired by his rich cultural heritage and profound inner
exploration, blending Latin American traditions with spiritual themes and personal
narratives.
10 a.m. – 6 p.m – LEGO Art Workshop: Build Zeus’s Boxing Rooster!
A long-held dream came true for Zeus Salas in 2023, when he met the young creators from
tekerd!, a Nyíregyháza-based group developing art projects with support from LEGO.
Together, they began recreating his paintings as LEGO mosaics. His 10-piece rooster series is
being built as part of a larger community art initiative, and the next chapter of this project
takes place during the Night of the Museums at the Venezuelan Embassy. Everyone is
welcome – children and adults alike – to join in and help build!
3 p.m. – Guided Tour by Zeus Salas at his pop-up exhibition
During a personal tour of his pop-up exhibition, Zeus Salas will introduce visitors to his
unique painterly style, shaped by his Latin American roots and spiritual journey. A special
highlight is his 10-piece rooster series, inspired by his grandfather, a rooster trainer, and
designed as a tribute to human virtues. Each rooster represents a symbolic quality, inviting
viewers to look inward and reflect on the idea that our greatest battles are often fought
within ourselves.
The Embassy courtyard will transform into a vibrant Latin American cultural center, featuring authentic Venezuelan food and drinks that are not just delicious, but also a key part of the national identity. Visitors can taste arepás (cornmeal pockets filled with various ingredients), tequeños (crispy cheese sticks) … did you get hungry already ? Have sip or two of traditional beverages, all served in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
The culinary journey will be accompanied by live Venezuelan music, creating a truly immersive cultural experience.
Noontime – Concert by Catatumbo Ensemble … A live performance of traditional Venezuelan melodies – bringing rhythm and harmony to the Embassy courtyard.
At 1 p.m. – Musical Performance by Pedro Medina … The young Venezuelan talent presents a selection of pieces on string instruments, showcasing how the musical legacy of South America continues to evolve today.
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