Ciudad de las Ideas

Ciudad de las Ideas means "City of Ideas" and is organized by Poder Cívico, an independent think tank committed to empowering citizens with innovative ideas. Ciudad de las Ideas is a festival which unites leading scientists, philosophers, and humanists.  Our purpose is to provoke and open minds to new ideas, visions and understandings of our nature and environments. 

 

Since our first festival in 2008 we return every autumn to the City of Puebla in Mexico to celebrate human creativity.  Over 3000 ideastas join us annually for this mind-blowing event. RESET 11.11.11, this year's festival will take place at the Cultural Complex of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla from the 10th to the 12th of November. 

 

Ciudad de las Ideas is a space where ideastas participate and interact in the festival.  Our website is an interactive forum where you can share your ideas and discover those of others. We also broadcast the event and other off-season interviews by television so as to spread our ideas even further.

 

What is Poder Cívico?

Poder Cívico is an independent, democratic, think tank and NGO.  Our mission is to empower the citizen through knowledge and to spread vanguard ideas that encourage freedom, peace and prosperity in our society. 

 

One of our many projects is the Ciudad de las Ideas festival, a conference of cutting-edge thinkers and impressive speakers. We also heavily focus on research that encompasses public policy, free market economy, and Law and economics for development.  Our research is delivered through the publications of books and journalistic articles, as well as television and radio broadcasts.

 

 

The Festival: when and where? 

The Festival will take place in the City of Puebla, Mexico, at the Cultural Complex of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla from November 10h to the 12th.

 

The Cultural Complex of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla is found at Vía Atlixcáyotl No. 2499, San Andrés Cholula, Puebla.  For further information on the location, visit their website at www.complejocultural.buap.mx

 

 

 

How and where can I buy tickets? 

Refer to our Buy Tickets tickets section to learn how and where you can purchase your ticket. 

 

 

 

What does the ticket include? 

Unlimited access to all conferences and artistic activities for the duration of the festival RESET 11.11.11 

 

 

 

Why is pre-registration important? 

Pre-registration avoids over-crowding and gives you your ID badge before the festival’s inauguration ceremony. It offers you peace of mind, speeds up your entrance (you won't have to queue), and you won't run the risk of missing the first talks!

 

Once you have received your ticket you will be able to look up the pre-registration dates and times on our website. 

 

 

Where and how do I receive my entry pass?

You can pick it up during pre-registration, which will take place one day before the festival at the venue (Cultural Complex of the BUAP).  Official announcements will be made published in our News section, by our Newsletter and and/or by email. 

 

 

I’ve got my ticket but I can’t make it to pre-registration, what can I do? 

Don’t worry! Just  arrive on the first day and we will hand you your ID badge, entry pass and Ciudad de las Ideas kit at the registration area.  Get there early as registration can easily over-crowd, and we don´t want you to miss the first talks!

 

 

Can I send someone else to pick up my entry pass? 

No. Only you can pick up your pass from the pre-registration or the registration area.  This avoids confusion when issuing tickets, especially as replacement tickets will not be possible in case of misunderstandings. 

 

 

Are entry passes transferrable?

No. Entry passes and ID badges are personal and non-transferrable. You will also need to bring photo ID for access. 

 

 

What do I have to do to attend the evening parties parties? 

All you need is your ID Badge (so don't lose it!).  Security at these events is very tight, and only festival goes will be able to attend.  Ciudad de las Ideas hosts two evening parties on Friday the 10th and Saturday the 11th.  We organize these parties so that you can approach the speakers and celebrate the end of a successful day with them!

 

 

What is the event’s dress code?

Whatever you want! But we're not fussy with formalities, so uniforms and formal dress will stand out. Best to go casual. 

 

 

Where can I find accommodations? 

Because of the festival's popularity, hotels on the date of the event are on high demand.  We advise you to make your reservation at least on month in advance.

 

We have agreements with certain hotels in Puebla to offer our attendees special prices. To find out more about these hotels please refer to our Accommodations section.

 

 

Who can I contact to volunteer for the Ciudad de las Ideas Festival? 

Write to us at [email protected] and tell us why you want to volunteer. 

 

 

What do I have to do to get a press pass? 

Send an email to c[email protected] and tell us where you work, and what you would like to cover.

 

 

How can I become a sponsor?

Get in touch with us at [email protected] and specify how you would like to participate. 

 

 

What do I have to do to become an ideasta? 

Register yourself on our website, subscribe to our newsletter, follow us on Facebook and Twitter to read our news and participate in our debates, go to the festival, share the festival, spread your ideas and those of others... Represent Ciudad de las Ideas!

 

 

How can I receive information about Ciudad de las Ideas and its speakers? 

Easy! Just register on our website and subscribe to our newsletter.  We will send you our bulletin every two weeks, and it is a quick way to receive information on our speakers, feature articles, recommended books, debates and events.  Another source of endless information is Facebook and Twitter where you can also learn more about winning tickets and participate in our weekly debates. Otherwise, just check out our news section where we regularly publish our latest information. 

 

 

How can I win a ticket to attend Ciudad de las Ideas 2011 Festival? 

There are lots of ways in which you can attend Ciudad de las Ideas! To find out more about our scholarships  and contests  see Win Tickets.  We also organize monthly activities on Facebook and Twitter.  

 

 

I still have questions. How can I communicate with the staff for more information? 

Write to us at [email protected]m and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.