Be Veggie 2025 returns to Ficoba as the leading vegan festival in the Basque Country
Be Veggie 2025 returns to Ficoba, in Irun, from December 6 to 8, strengthening its position as the leading vegan festival in the Basque Country. This seventh edition is shaping up as a unique opportunity to discover products, services and experiences related to plant-based food, sustainability and animal ethics. The event has established itself as a comprehensive space combining gastronomy, education, culture and activism, promoting a conscious lifestyle that goes beyond a vegan diet. Admission is free and tickets can be reserved directly through the official festival website at https://beveggie.eus/entradas/
, ensuring open and accessible entry for everyone interested.
The festival attracts a diverse audience, from vegans and vegetarians to those looking to explore new ethical and sustainable alternatives. The experience is comprehensive, encouraging reflection on consumption habits, environmental sustainability and animal welfare, while also offering high-quality entertainment and education.
Exhibitors and activities
Be Veggie 2025 will feature 63 exhibitors, six food trucks and 15 associations, along with a program of around 40 activities including workshops, live cooking demonstrations, talks, live music and discussion spaces. The schedule is designed to deliver an enriching and educational experience, combining gastronomy, ethical fashion, natural cosmetics and wellness with awareness-raising and activism.
The festival’s gastronomic area showcases the creativity of 100% plant-based cuisine. Live cooking sessions and workshops demonstrate how to prepare innovative menus and fully vegan Christmas recipes, proving that ethical food can be delicious, diverse and accessible to everyone. At the same time, talks and debates delve into sustainability, animal rights, ethical economy and responsible consumption, promoting active learning that goes beyond the festival visit.
Ethical, social and environmental commitment
Be Veggie 2025 stands out for its holistic approach. The presence of sustainable fashion brands, cruelty-free cosmetics, associations and animal shelters reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and respect for life. The festival not only offers vegan products and services but also aims to inspire real changes in attendees’ behavior, encouraging more conscious and responsible habits.
The geographical diversity of exhibitors from different regions of Spain and France enriches the festival’s offering and allows visitors to discover diverse cultural proposals, innovations and trends within the vegan movement. This positions Be Veggie as a benchmark not only in the Basque Country but also nationally and internationally, making it a key meeting point for professionals, activists, entrepreneurs and consumers interested in an ethical and sustainable lifestyle.
Target audience and visitor experience
The festival is designed for a broad and diverse audience. Vegans, vegetarians and flexitarians will find products and experiences aligned with their values. Those seeking ethical and sustainable alternatives, or simply curious about a more responsible lifestyle, will also find Be Veggie 2025 a space for learning and discovery. Family- and child-friendly activities, live music, educational workshops and cultural experiences ensure each visitor enjoys a personalized experience combining entertainment, education and awareness.
The visitor experience focuses on discovery, interaction and reflection. Every area of the festival is designed to foster connections between attendees, exhibitors and organizations, creating a dynamic environment where learning and leisure coexist with sustainability and activism.
Education and awareness at the festival
One of the key pillars of Be Veggie 2025 is education. Workshops and talks provide knowledge on plant-based nutrition, healthy cooking, sustainable fashion, ethical cosmetics and social activism. Debates and reflection spaces address topics related to ethical economy, environmental preservation and social justice. This educational focus encourages the adoption of more sustainable and responsible habits in everyday life, beyond the three days of the event.
The combination of education, entertainment and awareness creates added value that distinguishes Be Veggie from other festivals, consolidating it as a reference for those seeking a lifestyle aligned with sustainability, ethics and respect for animals.
Cultural dimension and event reach
Be Veggie 2025 also stands out for its cultural dimension. The diversity of exhibitors and activities allows attendees to explore different approaches and traditions related to veganism and sustainability. Music, family workshops and live cooking complement the experience, creating an enriching and dynamic environment where culture, gastronomy and education converge.
The festival becomes a space for exchange and discovery, where creativity and innovation in the vegan world are presented in an accessible, engaging and participatory way. Easy access, with free tickets available online, reinforces its inclusive nature, allowing anyone interested to enjoy this experience and explore an ethical and sustainable lifestyle.
