International Festival
for Emerging Performing Artists
Since 2004, the ACT Festival has been promoting emerging international artists whose innovative work is shaping the future of the arts.
Four days to experience the performing arts, attending shows, courses, workshops and discussion sessions in Bilbao and Barakaldo at the festival’s various venues.
The ACT Festival will celebrate its 23rd edition in 2026!
ACT
Programme
ACT is a competition for creators, a meeting place for artists and audiences, and a renowned performing arts fair that brings together programmers from around the world.
The next edition will take place from 3 to 6 June 2026, under the theme of COMMITMENT.
ACT
Open call
The call for entries for ACT FESTIVAL 2026 opened on 20 October and closed on 20 December.
ACT FESTIVAL 2026 will take place from 3 to 6 June.
