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Changeover Festival 2026 opens applications for artists and delegates

Changeover Festival is opening applications for artists and music industry delegates for its 2026 edition, taking place from 7 to 10 October in Belgrade.

Changeover is an independent contemporary underground music festival that celebrates the extraordinary, unpolished and unconventional side of music and arts. Without being limited by genre or style, the festival brings together artists from local and international scenes, ranging from solo musicians and singer-songwriters to live bands and experimental electronic acts.

The 2026 edition will feature 80+ artists across 13 unconventional venues throughout Belgrade, alongside a conference programme designed to foster new connections, exchange ideas and encourage future collaborations.

APPLICATION FOR ARTISTS

Changeover is looking for extraordinary musicians ready to present their original music alongside artists shaping the independent music scene.

Selected artists will receive:

  • - The opportunity to perform at Changeover alongside international and regional artists

  • - Access to a festival audience of 5,000+ music lovers, tastemakers and industry professionals

  • - Promotion through Changeover's channels, local media and festival partners, with a combined reach of 2M+ listeners

  • - Access to the Changeover conference programme, including talks, roundtables, discussions and networking sessions

  • - A full festival pass for each member of the team and one delegate pass per band

  • - Professional stage production and technical equipment tailored to the performance

  • - Accommodation for international artists for the night of their performance


    APPLICATIONS FOR DELEGATES

Changeover also welcomes music professionals, curators, journalists, promoters, managers, label representatives, festival bookers and emerging industry voices to join the festival in Belgrade.

Selected delegates will receive:

  • - Full festival access with free passes for all four days

  • - The opportunity to discover 80+ emerging and established artists

  • - Access to the conference programme, including talks, roundtables, discussions and networking events

  • - Opportunities to connect with artists, managers, labels, bookers, media representatives and other music industry professionals

Changeover describes itself as “a festival by the curious for the curious” — a space to walk, listen and discover new music, ideas and connections.

Artist and delegate applications are now open HERE.