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Art Open Calls in Portugal

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

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13 active opportunities linked to Portugal — 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.

Imaginarius 2027 International Open CallEXHIBITIONPartial Funding

Imaginarius 2027 International Open Call

Municipality of Santa Maria da Feira / Imaginarius Festival

Guaranteed performance fees per person per performance, alongside tiered, fixed travel contributions ranging from 150 to 1,200 EUR depending on the point of origin.

Jul 30, 2026150 EURSanta Maria da Feira, Portugal
Imaginarius 2027 — Art in Public Space Open CallEXHIBITIONPartial Funding

Imaginarius 2027 — Art in Public Space Open Call

Imaginarius

Festival of performing arts in public space, May 21–23, 2027.

Jul 30, 2026€150/person/performance; €200/person/day installations; travel €150–€1,200/personSanta Maria da Feira, Portugal
27th International Electroacoustic Composition Competition Música VivaCOMPETITION

27th International Electroacoustic Composition Competition Música Viva

Miso Music Portugal

Live public spatial broadcast of the winning work by the Miso Music Loudspeaker Orchestra.

Jul 31, 2026€1,000Lisbon, Portugal
Buinho Residency ProgramRESIDENCYSelf-Funded

Buinho Residency Program

Buinho

Private accommodation, shared workspaces, and access to a state-of-the-art FabLab complete with 3D printers, laser cutters, and advanced prototyping equipment.

Aug 24, 2026No direct fundingMessejana, Portugal
Imaginarius 2027 International Open CallEXHIBITIONFully Funded

Imaginarius 2027 International Open Call

Imaginarius (Festival of Performing Arts in Public Space)

Tiered travel support ranging from €150 to €1,200 based on geographic origin, plus accommodation, meals, and integration into the Imaginarius PRO international networking database.

Jul 30, 2026€150 per person per performanceSanta Maria da Feira, Portugal
AVISTAVULCÃO: 2027 Azores ResidencyRESIDENCY

AVISTAVULCÃO: 2027 Azores Residency

BARCA13

Accommodation; studio access; public presentation support; residency stipend; travel funding via Culture Moves Europe programme.

Jul 31, 2026Faial Island, Azores, Portugal
Imaginarius 2027 - International Open CallEXHIBITIONPartial Funding

Imaginarius 2027 - International Open Call

Imaginarius (International Festival of Street Theatre)

High-profile presentation at one of Europe's premier international festivals, logistical and production support, and massive public and professional visibility within the extensive outdoor arts network.

Jul 30, 2026No direct fundingSanta Maria da Feira, Portugal

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 Portugal?

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 Portugal 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 Portugal?

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

Which art organizations in Portugal 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.