IBERIAN FESTIVAL AWARDS
THE BEST SHARE ONE STAGE
The Iberian Festival Awards will recognize the contributions and achievements of the event organizers and other stakeholders of the festival industry in 2025 (January to December).
This initiative aims to enhance Iberian relations, to optimize, grow and operationalize effective dyads between the two countries. The 2026 edition will take place on March 14th in a city to be announced.
In the past, the awards ceremony took place in Lisboa, Maia, Vigo, Granada, Barcelona and Almancil.
10th edition
WHO APPLIED?
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Music Festivals
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Festivities
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Non-Music Festivals
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Pro Events
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Venues
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Bands and artists
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Entities (partners, sponsors or service providers)
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Video/Photographers
THE APPLICATION INCLUDES
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Nomination to the Iberian Festival Awards
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Award Ceremony (2 tickets - Access Awards Ceremony, Live Acts, Open Bar & Tasting + Afterparty)
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Welcome Bag + Iberian Festival Guide 2026
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Access to Iberian Database (eg. Food Court, Photo Video, Street Food, Security; from the moment of application until June 2026)
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1 year promotion/ advertising on IFA social networks (image/ videos/ photos/ news)
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Promotion on Iberian Festivals Marketplace
WHO DECIDES THE WINNERS?
Jury and public vote
TIMELINE
15 JUL 25 -
30 AUG 25
1st Phase
Applications (special reduced price)
5 DEC 25
Jury Pannel
Final Announcement
13 FEB 26
Final announcement of the line-up and usefull information for the award ceremony
23 SEP 25
Iberian Festival Awards (10th edition) Announcement
Useful information, venues, tickets and schedules
8 DEC 25
All Nominees Announcement
14 MAR 26
Iberian Festival
Awards gala
23 SEP 25 -
23 OCT 25
2nd Phase Applications
8 DEC 25 -
15 JAN 26
Voting platform (categories decided by the Public)
24 OCT 25 -
24 NOV 25
3rd Phase Application Deadline
21 JAN 26
Finalists Announcement
(TOP 10 in each category)
OUR 2025 HOSTS
HOST TV/RADIO
Directly from Portugal, he arrives to spread his contagious energy and irreverent humor. With a long career in radio (such as Antena 3) and television (RTP), Alvim is known for his creativity and passion for music, making him the perfect host for this celebration of talent and culture.
JOURNALIST CADENA SER
Representing Spain, the Spanish journalist from Radio Cadena Ser brings her elegance, charisma, and extensive experience in cultural events. Recognized for her professionalism and love for the arts, Laura will be the presence that unites Iberian culture on a single stage.
SCHEDULE
10h00 > 16h30 One Stage Talks (Podcast Sessions)
15h00 > 16h00 Iberian Futsal Cup (Portugal x Spain – networking game)
19H30 > 21H30 Dinner Networking (exclusive for dinner tickets holders)
19H30 > 21H30 Welcome Party & Open Bar
21H30 > 00H00 Gala
00H00 > 02H00 Afterparty/Tasting & Open Bar
