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Hirikilabs – Digital Culture and Technology Laboratory
Hirikilabs is San Sebastián's civic laboratory for digital culture and technology, run by Tabakalera. It promotes socially conscious, critical and creative use of technology through collaborative projects. The space functions as an experimental hub where citizens can prototype ideas that bridge digital innovation, collaborative creation and civic engagement. The name itself is revealing: 'iriki' means open, 'hiria' means city, and 'lab' refers to laboratory. Visit to explore workshops, talks and digital creativity initiatives.
Ubik — Library of Creation
Ubik is Tabakalera's creation library in San Sebastián, dedicated to contemporary culture and open to everyone. It operates around three interconnected principles: learn, create, and enjoy. Rather than offering traditional library services alone, Ubik encourages learning and creative development for both specialists and anyone interested in contemporary thought, the arts, technology, audiovisuals, sound and videogames. The library's foundation rests on shared knowledge, collaboration and co-creation, making it a space where visitors can actively engage with modern creative practice.
Cinema Halls
Tabakalera's cinemas specialise in contemporary film, particularly work that rarely reaches mainstream venues. Programming runs Wednesday through Sunday, featuring retrospectives of influential filmmakers, director-audience talks, residency programmes and special events. What to see here are screenings that showcase independent and experimental cinema alongside curated thematic seasons.
Creators Space
Espacio de creadores is a dedicated wing of Tabakalera in San Sebastián that supports the development of artists and cultural professionals. The space offers a range of practical resources for creative work, including studio facilities, technical equipment and staffing support. It also runs an international residency programme designed to foster artistic projects, curatorial work and research initiatives.
Patios interiores
The four interior courtyards form the structural heart of Tabakalera's design, with the building organised around these substantial open spaces. During the recent renovation, the courtyards underwent careful restoration, with their stonework meticulously cleaned and repaired to recover the original industrial character of the complex.
Upper Glazed Volume with Restoration and Views
Tabakalera's upper glazed volume is a contemporary structure perched atop the historic building's central section, housing restaurants with sweeping panoramic views across San Sebastián. At night, its striking illumination transforms it into a luminous beacon, visible throughout the city's skyline. A distinctive architectural addition that merges modern design with the city's historic fabric, offering both dining experiences and commanding vistas of the urban landscape below.
- 1.Hirikilabs – Digital Culture and Technology Laboratory
- 2.Ubik — Library of Creation
- 3.Cinema Halls
- 4.Creators Space
- 5.Patios interiores
- 6.Upper Glazed Volume with Restoration and Views
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