In the Mountains / Queer and feminist art festival from the South Caucasus

In The Mountains is a three-day festival of queer and feminist multidisciplinary arts from the South Caucasus region, taking place at Panke club in Berlin, Wedding. In The Mountains seeks to amplify antinationalist, antiwar, and decolonial narratives while fostering cultural dialogue and artistic expression for positive change. Like in previous years, In The Mountains continues to keep the spotlight on the challenging and grim sociopolitical situation in the South Caucasus. Positioned at the crossroads of art and activism, the Festival creates an inclusive space for community-building and socially engaged art practices. The theme for this year's festival is "Reversed Rivers." In a world marked by shifting political landscapes and deep uncertainty, In The Mountains emerges as a response to instability — a celebration of resilience, defiance, and hope in turbulent times. Our gathering is a collective refusal to be paralyzed by fear. Through art, performance, and shared experience, we create new strategies for equity — ones rooted in solidarity, care, and courage. We invite artists, activists, and communities to reflect on what it means to exist when the ground beneath us feels unstable. How do we resist fear without losing our tenderness? How can we reshape uncertainty into a force for connection and change?

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In The Mountains 2025 program features concerts and musical acts, exhibitions, {live} art performances, drag shows, panel discussion, workshop, flea market and much more…

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The party night (13th) will be curated by Temple Of - Prague- based DJ collective of immigrant and queer artists from the South Caucasus, Central Asia, North Africa, and beyond. Already famous in Prague for their incredible, vibey parties and unforgettable atmospheres, the Temple Of has garnered a loyal following. They are known for seamlessly blending music, art, and community, creating spaces where everyone feels welcome. With a commitment to showcasing diverse talents and fostering connections, they transform each gathering into a celebration of culture and creativity, ensuring that every participant leaves with lasting memories and a sense of belonging. Their sound blends electronic beats and dark disco with rich infusions of various folk traditions, including South Caucasian influences. By mixing folk and ethnic rhythms, they create a unique sonic experience that celebrates cultural diversity and vibrant creativity.

*CONCERT*
Tamada
Murman Tsuladze
Hazaran Band
Nullfrequenza
Mano Svanidze


*DRAG PERFROMANCE*
Aurah Jendafaaq
Queen Justmean
Father Fabulki
Remi Gelathoe
Fagatta
Emin Afandi

*ART INSTALLATIONS*
Sam Jury
Madina Argun
Fidan Akhundova

*ART PERFROMANCE*
Uta Bekaia
Agil Abdullayev
Gio Megrelishvili


*TEMPLE OF*
Kavkaz Widow
Nisan
Technadze
MLK:M