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ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European Artists

Name: ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European Artists
Start: 2026-07-27
End: 2026-09-01
Location: Groningen, Netherlands

ESNS · Groningen, Netherlands

Deadline: Sep 1
Award: Participation in the European Talent Exchange (ETE) programme, which can lead to bookings at partner festivals like Sziget, Primavera Sound, Coachella, and Best Kept Secret. Opportunity to perform in front of 18,000 attendees and 4,000 industry delegates, including 400+ festival bookers.
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to European artists only.
Location: Groningen, Netherlands

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About

ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) is a highly impactful open call for European artists, offering a significant career gateway. The festival takes place in Groningen, Netherlands, in January 2027. Selected artists will perform for a large audience and industry professionals, and will be automatically enrolled in the European Talent Exchange (ETE) programme, which facilitates bookings at numerous partner festivals across Europe and beyond. The program focuses on providing international exposure and networking opportunities for emerging artists.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European Artists?: Open to European artists only.
What does ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European Artists offer?: Participation in the European Talent Exchange (ETE) programme, which can lead to bookings at partner festivals like Sziget, Primavera Sound, Coachella, and Best Kept Secret. Opportunity to perform in front of 18,000 attendees and 4,000 industry delegates, including 400+ festival bookers.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 1 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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