Artists
The 2026 line-up includes work from 16 countries and showcases an exciting and diverse selection of emerging dance makers working across Europe.
The selection process took place at the Workshop Foundation in Budapest from 19-22 October, hosted by our Hungarian partner Gergely Talló. 52 dance professionals gathered in person to discuss hundreds of dance works.
The Twenty26 artists will present their work at the Spring Forward Festival from 6 – 9 May 2026 in Guimarães (PT), hosted by Centro Cultural Vila Flor in collaboration with O Espaço do Tempo. This year’s festival is part of the European Green Capital programme.
Aerowaves is also making public a list of 56 works that were considered collectively by the partners, and which they can also recommend.
Watch our video about the selection process.