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Art Open Calls in Netherlands

Active grants, residencies, and exhibitions for artists in Netherlands.

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14 active opportunities linked to Netherlands — from local foundations to international programs accepting artists based in or targeting this region. Resolved from location fields, organizers, and verified metadata. Sign in free for interactive maps, AI search, and calendar integration.

ESNS 2027 (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European ArtistsEXHIBITION

ESNS 2027 (Eurosonic Noorderslag) Open Call for European Artists

ESNS

International showcase before roughly 4,000 music professionals and automatic enrollment into the European Talent Exchange (ETE) program, leading to bookings at major festivals like Primavera Sound, Sziget, Dour, and Coachella.

Sep 1, 2026No direct fundingGroningen, The Netherlands
Design Grant Scheme to Support Artistic ResearchGRANTFully Funded

Design Grant Scheme to Support Artistic Research

Unknown (Via FundsforNGOs)

Provides the capital required to conduct rigorous, long-term material and user research before initiating the manufacturing process. Bridges the gap between pure artistic inquiry and commercial product development.

Aug 28, 2026$10,000 to $100,000Netherlands
Creative Industries Fund NL — Fresh Perspectives 2026GRANTFully Funded

Creative Industries Fund NL — Fresh Perspectives 2026

Creative Industries Fund NL

Two-phase grant: exploration Dec 2026–Apr 2027, then implementation Sep 2027–Aug 2028 for selected phase-1 projects.

Aug 25, 2026Phase 1: 10 × €10,000; Phase 2: 10 × €50,000Netherlands
Mondriaan Fund Residency GrantGRANT

Mondriaan Fund Residency Grant

Mondriaan Fund

Grant varies by location; up to €8,000 for travel, accommodation, and materials (e.g., Van Doesburghuis Paris). Work period in 2027.

Aug 27, 2026International (Netherlands-based applicants)
Rijksakademie Tech Fellowship Programme 2027FELLOWSHIP

Rijksakademie Tech Fellowship Programme 2027

Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten

Studio access at Rijksakademie; production facilities; professional network and international exposure; monthly allowance (details on website).

Sep 1, 2026Amsterdam, Netherlands
ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) 2027 ShowcaseOTHER

ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) 2027 Showcase

ESNS

A prime performance slot during the January 2027 festival, offering direct exposure to over 4,000 international delegates and representatives from more than 400 global festivals.

Sep 1, 2026No direct fundingGroningen, Netherlands
Immerse\Interact Grant SchemeGRANTPartial Funding

Immerse\Interact Grant Scheme

Creative Industries Fund NL & Netherlands Film Fund

Realization contributions available subsequently, bridging cinematic and digital design industries to push the boundaries of narrative spatial experiences.

Aug 25, 2026Up to €15,000 for individual makers (plus up to €5,000 for coaching)The Netherlands

FAQ

How is country matching done?

We combine physical venue location, organizer country, city references, and program eligibility (not just keyword searches in titles) to give you the most accurate pool.

Do I need to speak the local language of Netherlands?

In 90% of international programs, English is sufficient. If the organizers require local language skills, we list this clearly in the requirements section.

Do grants in Netherlands cover visa and travel costs?

This varies. Fully funded opportunities and residencies often cover travel expenses or provide travel grants, while others only fund local accommodation.

Can artists from any country apply to programs in Netherlands?

Most listed opportunities are open internationally. Any citizenship or residency restrictions are structured and highlighted on the program card.

Which art organizations in Netherlands are most active?

We aggregate programs from leading art academies, museums, private galleries, and non-profit spaces. You can filter by organization type in your dashboard.