JURY PANEL 2026
Applications are now open!
In the 10th edition of the Iberian Festival Awards, in 2026, we reaffirm our commitment to the sector by enhancing the voting process in the jury-decided categories with greater representation, credibility, and validation among industry professionals.
Thanks to the automation and improved evaluation process introduced in the last edition, we are now able to significantly expand the jury panel, aiming to involve more than 200 professionals from the festival sector.
WHO WILL BE INVITED TO JOIN THIS JURY PANEL?
The new panel will consist of three main groups:
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Invitation – Founding Members: Professionals who have participated as nominees in most or all previous editions, as well as APORFEST associated members.
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Application – Industry Professionals: Individuals (working in Portugal and Spain) with over 5 years of proven experience in the festival sector (e.g., promoters, artists, service providers, suppliers, freelancers, among others). Applicants must submit a short biography demonstrating their experience, along with a motivation statement explaining why they wish to join the jury panel.
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International Experts: Professionals who will contribute to strengthening the credibility, diversity, and prestige of the voting process.
FIRST NAMES
Additional Information
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Jury participation is voluntary and does not include financial compensation.
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An annual fee of €18 applies (waived for founding members and APORFEST associates).
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Participation includes free access to the awards gala (regular ticket with open bar).
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Applications that do not meet the criteria or compromise the process may be declined, with a refund issued if applicable.
Since 2016, the Iberian Festival Awards have been a platform for recognising, celebrating, and elevating the music festival sector in Portugal, Spain, and beyond.
Interested in helping shape the future of the industry? Join us.