Youtopia by Calle Libre is a space and an invitation to imagine the world not just as it is, but as it could be – a canvas of limitless potential shaped by each person’s unique perspective. Youtopia celebrates the power of individuality in shaping collective dreams. It encourages introspection and asks us to reflect on our personal desires, hopes, and visions for a better tomorrow.
2025
youtopia
Elian Chali // Lichtensterngasse 13
Osa Seven // Arndtstraße 42
Mariana Santos // Wittmayergasse 6
Mohamed L’Ghacham // Ruttenstockgasse 4
Nut // Moosbruggergasse 2
Perkup // Tivoligasse 13
Tima // Eibesbrunnergasse 14-16
Mariella Lehner // Arndtstraße 30
Paola Delfín // Zanaschkagasse 30
What would your Youtopia look like?
How can your vision contribute to a more equitable, vibrant, and harmonious world?
Opening
Live Paintings
Block Party
Workshops
Tours
program
This year's festival began in Gleis//Garten, where our Headquarters were located. It served as an infopoint for visitors to ask all their important questions. At our opening, we featured a Tufting Station by Atelier Fleck, a Live Painting by Coins, and a Stand-Up Comedy show with Aladdin Jameel, Tito Perez, and Bianca Lala. Wilfried Zankl and Jakob Kattner opened The Event
opening
live paintings
In the 12th district, artists beautified walls through their work. 10 artists and one artist with installations worked throughout the week, altering some aspects of Meidling's appearance. Visitors could watch them paint and even engage in conversations with the artists. We extended invitations to artists from across the globe, including those from Latin America, China and Africa.
Check out all the results from this year’s participating artists.
Various artists, which means various techniques and methods. This year, we introduced a mix of approaches: participants could engage in vibrant and spontaneous work or immerse themselves in the process by dedicating time to sketches and ideas. Artists Coins, Skirl, Jakob der Bruder, and Rosa Hirzer hosted the workshop in their unique styles.
workshops
Tours
Have you ever wondered how sketches make their way onto the wall and what methods are employed? How much time does an artist require to complete the entire wall? During our guided tour, we are addressing these and other inside background questions. Our tour guides possess specialized knowledge and all the essential background information you require. What is special about taking a tour during the festival? The artists' live painting can be viewed, and you can also obtain all the information.
block party
This year, we turned the Meidlinger Markt into a dancefloor that energized both passers-by and our festival attendees. The musical entertainment was supplied by DJane Stone, C.Love and DJ Phekt, who ensured that every musical preference was catered to. Along with numerous dance moves, there were drinks, merch, and Lavazza coffee.
Calle Libre 2025 - 12th Festival Edition
”Youtopia”
16.08.-23.08.2025
LOCATION
Meidling - 1120 Vienna
FESTIVAL’S POSTER DESIGN
”Thick liquid from the Heart of the Earth” by Elian Chali
PHOTOGRAPHY
Jolly Schwarz, Zhuliyan Bratanov, Julian Sindric