Events
EFA organises and participates in numerous meetings, workshops, and working groups throughout the year across Europe and beyond. Focused on networking, training, knowledge-sharing, or political discourse, these events - guided by the evolving needs of the network - contribute to sector-wide conversations.
Trigger warnings: where do we stand?
The Festivals Care! Working Group is opening one of its monthly meetings to the wider EFA community and invites festivals to join a conversation on trigger warnings in performances.
CINARS 2026
CINARS is a flagship event for performing arts professionals in North America. Every two years, Montreal becomes a bustling hub, bringing together companies, agents and presenters from near and far.
Berlin Conference 2026
The Berlin Conference highlights how essential culture is for Europe’s freedom, cohesion, and democratic strength.
Digital Shifts webinars
Festivals as Ecosystems of Care
How can festivals create the conditions for more caring, sustainable and meaningful cultural practice? This online seminar will unfold the new training resource "Festivals as Ecosystems of Care".
China Shanghai International Arts Festival and Performing Arts Fair 2026
EFA and a delegation of members will take part in ChinaSPAF's 25th edition to explore possibilities of connecting with colleagues from these continents.
Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX) 2026
Experience the vibrancy of HKPAX 2026, where visionary artists, global industry leaders, and groundbreaking works come together in one dynamic platform.
FEST FORUM Poland 2026
This meeting will focus on formally establishing the FEST FORUM Association of Polish festivals and creating a space for networking, exchanging experiences and discussing the future of the festival sector.
EFFEA Call #5 Info, Networking and Q&A Sessions
Interested in EFFEA Call #5? EFA’s info, networking and Q&A sessions in September and October offer guidance on the process and opportunities to connect with potential partners and artists.