Open call: Marafiki Arts Festival 2026

Submission details

Artists and groups interested in participating must submit their applications by 20 February. The festival is seeking:

• Musicians and bands
• Dance groups
• Acrobatic performers
• Theatre ensembles
• Other performing arts groups

Required application materials

Applicants should provide the following:

• Artist biography
• Latest live performance link
• Three high-resolution photographs
• Technical rider
• Piece description or concept note
• For musicians: three audio tracks and an Electronic Press Kit (EPK)

Applications should be sent via email to: info@marafikifestival.org

About the festival

• The Marafiki Arts Festival 2026 is the sixth edition of the event.
• It is supported and powered by the Goethe-Institut, which was the main partner of the 2025 festival.
• The festival aims to provide a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work to diverse audiences.

Artists are encouraged to apply early to ensure consideration. The festival promises to be a significant celebration of performing arts across the continent.

View the original call here.

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