Glasgow International 2026: Open Call

Deadline for Submission – 5pm, 26 May 2025

Full guidelines on the Open Call and how to apply can be found here
Submit your proposal here

Glasgow International is a biennial festival with a history of celebrating the unique depth and long-standing vibrancy of Glasgow's contemporary arts scene.

Since the first edition in 2005, Glasgow International has evolved and adapted to the changing needs of the community of artists and arts organisations in the city, while connecting artists and audiences internationally and nationally. Building on the 2024 edition of the festival, the development of Glasgow International and its presence in the city will continue to centre the ethos of collective endeavour.

A core element of the festival programme are projects conceived and delivered by Glasgow-based arts organisations, artist-led initiatives, individual curators and artists. These projects are selected through an open call by an invited panel of international and local artists, curators and producers and the Glasgow International Programme team.

A budget of £120,000 will be divided between a maximum of 20 selected projects. Along with a financial contribution, there will also be practical, marketing and press support for all projects.

Who can apply?
Glasgow-based arts organisations, artist-led initiatives, artists and independent curators.
Organisations or projects with established funding who are not seeking additional funding from Glasgow International still need to submit a proposal.

Selection Panel
Richard Birkett, Mason Leaver-Yap, Poi Marr, Tako Taal and Billy Tang. Chaired by Siobhan Carroll

Information sessions
If you have questions about the Open Call and how to apply, and can't find the answers in the guidelines, sign up for a short meeting with a member of the Glasgow International team. Please note, the team will not be able to comment on your project at these meetings, so only book a session if you need to discuss an issue around the application process or the context of the festival. 

Book a meeting in person at Tramway here
Book a meeting online here