Current Open Calls
Temporary protection stays for artists and cultural workers at risk at cultural institutions
Cultural organizations in Germany can now apply for funding from the Martin Roth Initiative (MRI) together with artists and cultural professionals at risk. The closing date for applications is August 29.The MRI supports artists who actively stand up for artistic freedom, democracy and human rights – and against all forms of discrimination. With the funding, […]
Exchange meeting with the lkj
Friday, August 29, 2025, 12-14 hMoritzburg Workshop, Moritzburgring 6 (diagonally opposite Moritzburg Castle) The Landesvereinigung Kulturelle Kinder- und Jugendbildung introduces itself and talks to us about funding opportunities in Halle.This format is the start of a series of regular meetings (every 2-3 months) for the promotion of cultural education, for exchange between administration and cultural […]
Applications for KUNST/MITTE 2025
The regular application phase for KUNSTMITTE 2025 starts on April 1. Dear gallery owners and artists, some of you have been with us for quite some time, some of you have been with us from the very beginning. For us as the organization team and organizers of the art fair, it is particularly important to […]
Call for artists: GEMISCHTE PLATTE
We are looking for artistic perspectives on prefabricated buildings and everything that takes place in and around them. For a long weekend of culture, information and music from September 26 to 28, 2025, an uninhabited prefabricated apartment block from the 1970s will be available in Altenburg. A group exhibition will bring together artistic works that […]
Differenti Sensazioni 2025/2026 Call for Emerging Performing Artists
officine CAOS is seeking for emerging artists, working in the fields of contemporary theater and dance, performance or multimedia art, in order to present their work during the international performing art season 2025/26 DIFFERENTI SENSAZIONI – Nov 2025 / Apr 2026. We particularly wish to engage with cross-disciplinary and performance art works, lasting around 40 […]
International Mobility Program 2025-2026
Laçzos Artísticos is an international mobility programme for artists promoted by the Organization of Ibero-American States for Education, Science and Culture (OEI) and the Direção-Geral das Artes de Portugal (DGARTES). As part of their work to promote culture, the OEI and DGARTES have joined forces to launch this new programme of scholarships for artistic exchange […]
Call for artists: GEMISCHTE PLATTE
We are looking for artistic perspectives on prefabricated buildings and everything that takes place in and around them. For a long weekend of culture, information and music from September 26 to 28, 2025, an uninhabited prefabricated apartment block from the 1970s will be available in Altenburg. A group exhibition will bring together artistic works that […]
Jewish life in art and culture
From December 14, 2025 to December 12, 2026, the Free State of Saxony is organizing the state-wide theme year “TACHELES – Year of Jewish Culture in Saxony”. The Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony is accompanying the theme year with the funding program “Jewish Life in Art and Culture” and supports art and […]
Szloma Albam Foundation Project funding for culture in a Jewish context
The Szloma Albam Foundation supports projects in the fields of education, science and culture in a Jewish context. Applications for projects in 2026 can be submitted by both organizations and individuals. The following information and documents are required: The funding committee of the Szloma Albam Foundation decides on the allocation of project funds. The relevant […]
The arts open up worlds – opening up opportunities for education and participation together
The Arts Open Worlds program supports cultural, youth and educational institutions in implementing joint projects for children and young people in which they can discover the arts, culture, play and media. This strengthens their opportunities for education and participation. Strengthening the participation and educational opportunities of children and young people and focusing on their living […]
Exhibition design workshop
October 10 – December 13, 2025 The certificate course in exhibition design is a compact, part-time continuing education program geared towards current developments. The practice-oriented and broad-based format is realized in cooperation with exhibition institutions and companies active in the exhibition sector at the international art, culture and business location Berlin. Seminars, workshops and excursions […]
MEDIAstar start-up initiative
Every year, the MDM start-up initiative MEDIAstart supports up to ten young media companies from Central Germany in quickly and permanently gaining a foothold in the market. Applications are now open for the sixth year, which begins in January 2026. The application deadline is September 15, 2025. MEDIAstart is aimed at both university graduates and […]
Course plant database fall 2025
In fall 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Open Call for new members: Craftwork4.0 – the Creative Europe Platform
We are excited to launch the very first annual new members call by Craftwork4.0 – the Creative Europe Platform dedicated to empowering craft professionals across the continent. We are looking for European organizations supporting craft emerging professionals through educational programs, mobility programs, funding opportunities, showcasing events and festivals. Craftwork4.0All Creative Europe platform is offering to […]
International Ceramics Symposium Römhild
From October 5 to October 31, 2026, the XIII International Ceramics Symposium “Metamorphosis – Ceramics through the ages” will be held in the town of Römhild in 2026. Conditions of participation: The number of participants is limited to a maximum of 8 artists. These will be selected from the applicants by an expert jury. For […]
Paper Print 2025 Bochum Graphics Fair
When and where? Paper Print 2025Bochum Graphics Fair Fri. 28.11. 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Sat. 29.11. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Sun. 30.11. 11:00 am – 5:00 pm IBKK Design and Art CenterLohrheidestr. 5744866 Bochum ParticipationGraphic artists, graphic artists, photographers and gallery owners who present a high-quality offer are cordially invited to participate.Young artists are particularly […]
Open Call 10th ARTIST FAIR DRESDEN
The 10th KÜNSTLERMESSE DRESDEN will take place from April 17 to 19, 2026 at the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum Dresden (DHMD). In the well over ten years of its existence, the fair has transformed itself into the largest sales and contact forum for the visual arts in Saxony, above all with its move from the exhibition grounds […]
We can do art: START of the 2nd call for proposals 2025 & digital information events
The second and final tender for 2025 has been launched. Cultural education projects in the field of visual arts can be submitted from now until September 30, 2025. The earliest possible start date is from 12.01.2026, a project start is possible from 16.02.2026 at the earliest. Of course, projects can also start later. The tender […]
Open Call: Evolving – Exhibition at Kunstquartier Bethanien (Attention with fee)
Open call for artists residing in Berlin or Germany to participate in “Evolving” by MONSTER Exhibition: – Berlin meets Tokyo – Exhibition of contemporary art in the historic Kunstquartier Bethanien in Berlin – April 2026. MONSTER Exhibition is an international art project that began in 2013 and was originally inspired by the devastating effects of […]
Erlebnis Kunst Foundation / Project funding
The Erlebnis Kunst Foundation supports artistic and art education work in the fields of visual arts, theater, music and new media. Projects that demonstrate a creative, innovative, original and reflective approach to art and interpretive experience are particularly eligible for funding. The projects to be funded must have a substantiated plan in terms of content […]
WAYS – Fair and sustainable international partnerships
Many cultural institutions in Germany are now increasingly working with international partners. There is a growing demand to make these partnerships fairer and more sustainable. In addition to joint artistic work, it is becoming increasingly important to enter into a dialog about different expectations, interests and decision-making processes. How, for example, do German and international […]
Outhouse – Open Call 2026
1. WHAT TO INCLUDE the general plan will be as follows: 3. FEES 4. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORgenerally I’m happy to hear all your amazing and unique ideas for using the space. I have some basic ideas in mind, mostly based on the seasons but feel free to share whatever you have in mind! […]
InterKulturMachtKunst – ArtPowerInterKultur
The Bundesverband Netzwerke von Migrant:innenorganisationen e.V. (NeMO) is one of 27 programme partners of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) programme “Kultur macht stark. Alliances for Education” (duration: 2023 to 2027). As part of the BMBF program, extracurricular educational projects in the field of cultural education are funded in order to provide children […]
Course plant database fall 2025
In fall 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Artist Books for Dublin Art Book Fair 2025
The artist book section at Dublin Art Book Fair (DABF) features books made by contemporary artists, designers, art writers, and others, who experiment with the medium of the book and its potential for artistic expression. Each year, DABF hosts an impressive selection of exceptional artist books, both printed and hand-made. The artist books received through […]
Course plant database fall 2025
In fall 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Course plant database fall 2025
In fall 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Fresh Air Sculpture 2026
Sunday June 14 – Sunday July 5, 2026 We are inviting applications from artists for our 2026 sculpture exhibition. Click the links in our bio for full details. Fresh Air Sculpture is an outdoor selling exhibition that has been operating for the last 30 years showing renowned national and international artists alongside emerging new talent. […]
Climate Art Collection
With its continous open-call concept the climate art collection aims to be inclusive towards all kinds of artists and art formats relating to climate change, everyone is welcome to contribute to the global collection. Please submit your artwork through the form on the website. If you face any challenges or want to add specific information, […]
Support program Art NOW!
Artists in the daycare center, shaping the future Democracy needs art. Children need art. Art is an indispensable social force. It opens up spaces for new ways of thinking and rethinking, creates understanding and invites people to marvel, question and explore the world. This enriches the educational environment of daycare centers in a special way. […]
Craft & Design” 2026
The application phase for “Handwerk & Design” 2026 has begun – and with it your chance to be an exhibitor at the most important platform for high-quality arts and crafts and excellent design in Munich. Present your skills to a design-savvy, affluent and knowledgeable audience and showcase your works in glass, wood, ceramics, fashion or […]
Open Call | FUNKEN Academy x Chemnitz University of Technology Workshop Fall 2025
In the second half of the Capital of Culture year Chemnitz 2025, the FUNKEN Academy and Chemnitz University of Technology (TUC) are launching a workshop program for graduates of Saxon art and music colleges. We are looking for artists who want to lead these workshops and are interested in the topics of Chemnitz University of […]
Exhibition opportunity in Wernigerode (without appointment)
Our member Frank Täubner gives the following information: “I would like to inform you about an exhibition opportunity in the Bürgerpark Wernigerode, where there is an exhibition space and many tourists visit the park every day. This is a good and easy opportunity for artists who are looking for exhibition opportunities. There are four to […]
Global Forest Residence (ongoing possible)
The premises of Martin Kippenberger’s former studio are used by Global Forest as the artists’ residence at Friedrichstrasse 5a. Since May 2019, national and international artists have been given the opportunity to deepen their artistic practice, explore new themes, develop new works on site and exhibit or present them as part of a funded residency. […]
Promotion of aktion mensch (possible on an ongoing basis)
Until 2026, small local projects in areas such as art and culture that make a concrete contribution to the funding priority of inclusion are to be supported with up to 5,000 euros. The funding period is between one day and twelve months. In particular, Aktion Mensch e.V. invites initiatives and associations that have not yet […]
Frau*Now – Women start up now!
We want to strengthen female entrepreneurship in Halle (Saale) and the surrounding area. Let’s make room for creative women and turn dreams into reality together. Frau*Now is aimed at women of all ages, backgrounds and educational levels. We accompany you from brainstorming to the growth phase. In this project, we are focusing primarily on networking […]
Micro-grant program of the German Foundation for Commitment and Volunteering
DSEE funding program for structurally weak and rural areas Do your volunteers need an extra dose of recognition? Do you have a good idea for recruiting more volunteers for your initiative? You finally want to do this training and put your club work on a secure footing? You don’t need much, but you can’t do […]
Open Call: Urban Dance Festival Magdeburg
The state capital of Magdeburg is still looking for creative ideas from the city’s artists and cultural workers for the supporting program of the Urban Dance World Championships! A total of around €30,000 is available for this purpose, which has been taken or reserved from the municipal funding pot for the independent cultural scene and […]
Community Fund Future Paths East (without deadline)
Fast, uncomplicated and without own funds: The micro-project funding of the Zukunftswege Ost joint fund starts on July 1, 2024. At least 100 projects are to be supported with up to 5,000 euros. Applications are possible on an ongoing basis. The first payments are planned for September. In the long term, the fund is to […]
Open pop-up store at Halle (Saale) main station
A store in Halle (Saale) main station will be vacant from 2025. As the owner, Deutsche Bahn would like to establish this store as a pop-up store with changing tenants from the creative industries. The store’s opening hours are not tied to the station’s core opening hours (Mon – Sun from 9:00 to 20:00) and […]