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10th Winter Festival by Festival Ljubljana

12 October 2026

From symphonic masterpieces and iconic film scores to intimate piano recitals and opera, the 10th Winter Festival by Festival Ljubljana promises six evenings of exceptional musical performances in Slovenia's capital.

34th Young Virtuosi In­ter­na­tion­al Concert Series by Festival Ljubljana

7 October 2026

Following the conclusion of the 74th Ljubljana Festival, Slovenia’s capital continues its vibrant concert season with the 34th Young Virtuosi International Concert Series. 

© Tomáš Vrana

Theatre World Brno & the In­ter­na­tion­al Photography Awards 2026

29 September 2026

The visual campaign of the 2026 edition of Theatre World Brno 'A Tribute to Nations' has received international recognition at the International Photography Awards.

© Ph. Csibi Szilvia - Pályi Zsófia - Kállai-Tóth Anett - Nagy Attila / Liszt Fest

EFA Monthly Digest October 2026

18 September 2026

Each month, Simon Mundy highlights what is happening across the European Festivals Association (EFA)’s network, offering a glimpse of the many ways our community is active across Europe and beyond. Check out the October edition.

© Rossen Donev

Festivals, heritage and new generations: The Denis de Rougemont Forum in Varna

14 September 2026

The anual EFA Denis de Rougemont Forum, was held in Varna, Bulgaria, from 4 to 6 September 2026, bringing together festivals and cultural professionals from across Europe, with a particular focus on the Balkans.

Contribute to 'About Europe': A Con­ver­sa­tion on Europe through arts and culture

9 September 2026

What does Europe mean to us today? What could it become tomorrow? ‘About Europe’ brings together voices from across the cultural, artistic and political landscape to explore these questions. Discover how you can contribute.

EFFEA Call #5 is open

1 September 2026

Applications are now open for the European Festivals Fund for Emerging Artists (EFFEA) Call #5. From 1 September to 3 November 2026, festivals can apply for funding to support emerging artists across borders through residencies taking place in 2027.

© Antidote / GogolFest

EFA Monthly Digest September 2026

18 August 2026

Each month Simon Mundy highlights what is happening across the European Festivals Association (EFA)’s network, offering a glimpse of the many ways our community is active across Europe and beyond. Check out the September edition. 

EFA Monthly Digest August 2026

20 July 2026

Each month Simon Mundy highlights what is happening across the European Festivals Association (EFA)’s network, offering a glimpse of the many ways our community is active across Europe and beyond. Check out the August edition. 

EFA Monthly Digest July 2026 - Part II

16 July 2026

Each month Simon Mundy highlights what is happening across the European Festivals Association (EFA)’s network, offering a glimpse of the many ways our community is active across Europe and beyond.

© Darren Cassar

Gozo Forum 2026: The Time We Spent Together

9 July 2026

The "Gozo Forum 2026: The Time We Spend Together" brought together cultural professionals, artists, festival makers, policy makers, community workers and European partners for three days of exchange, reflection and dialogue in Malta.

EFA Members in EFFEA - Generation 4

7 July 2026

Eight EFA Members were involved in EFFEA Generation 4 as Leading and Partner festivals, playing a pivotal role in providing a creative space for artistic residencies and enabling the emerging artists of their choice to benefit from their rich network and expertise.