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 2024 (January to December).

This initiative aims to enhance Iberian relations, to optimize, grow and operationalize effective dyads between the two countries. The 2025 edition will take place on March 15th at Pavilhão Multiusos 25 de Abril, in Almancil (Loulé), Portugal.

In the past, the awards ceremony took place in Lisboa, Maia, Vigo, Granada and Barcelona.

A MEMORABLE

9th edition

With a strong focus on sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, we strive to provide an immersive and enriching experience for all attendees. Being recognized by the Iberian Festival Awards would be an honor and a testament to our commitment to excellence in the festival scene.

CATEGORIES

01. Best Major Festival

02. Best Medium Sized Festival

03. Best Small Festival

04. Best New Festival

05. Best Indoor Festival

06. Best Touristic Promotion

07. Best Cultural Programme

08. Best Communication & Marketing Strategy

09. Best Hosting & Reception

10. Best Live Performance- band format (PT/ES)

11. Best Live Performance- band format (INT.)

12. Best Live Electronic Act – DJ format

13. Contribution to Sustainability powered by Copos Reutilizáveis

14. Contribution to Equality

15. Best Festival Photo

16. Best Video Coverage

17. Best Service Provider

18. Best Brand Activation

19. Best Venue

20. Best Academic & Youth Festival

21. Best Non-Music Festival

22. Best Festivity

23. The Event Safety Award [NEW CATEGORY]

24. Best PRO Event

25. Excellence Award (personality)

26. Excellence Award (entity)

WINNERS OF THE 9TH
EDITION REVEALED

WINNERS

WINNERS LOGO

WHO APPLIED?

Music Festivals

Festivities

Non-Music Festivals

Pro Events

Venues

Bands and artists

Entities (partners, sponsors or service providers)

Video/Photographers

THE APPLICATION INCLUDES

Nomination to the Iberian Festival Awards
Award Ceremony (2 tickets - Access Awards Ceremony, Live Acts, Open Bar & Tasting + Afterparty)
Welcome Bag + Iberian Festival Guide 2025
1 year promotion/ advertising on IFA social networks (image/ videos/ photos/ news)
Promotion on Iberian Festivals Marketplace

WHO DECIDES THE WINNERS?

Jury and public vote

TIMELINE

17 JUN 24 -
30 AUG 24

1st Phase

Applications (special reduced price)

12 DEC 24

All Nominees Announcement

15 MAR 25

Iberian Festival

Awards gala

7 OCT 24

Iberian Festival Awards (9th edition) Announcement

Useful information, venues, tickets and schedules

12 DEC 24 -
17 JAN 25

Voting platform (categories decided by the Public)

1 OCT 24 -
31 OCT 24

2nd Phase Applications

29 JAN 25

Finalists Announcement

(TOP 10 in each category)

1 NOV 24 -
29 NOV 24

3rd Phase Application Deadline

18 FEB 25

Final announcement of the line-up and usefull information for the award ceremony

RULES & REGULATIONS

APPLICATIONS REGULATION - EN

REGLAMENTO POSTULACIONES - ES

REGULAMENTO CANDIDATURAS - PT

MEET OUR 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

15h00 > 16h00 Iberian Futsal Cup (Portugal x Spain – networking game)
19H30 > 21H30 Dinner Networking (exclusive for dinner tickets holders)
20H00 > 21H30 Welcome Party & Open Bar
21H30 > 00H00 Gala
00H00 > 02H00 Afterparty/Tasting & Open Bar