2nd Meeting of International Photography Festivals,

About the event

The 2nd International Meeting of Photography Festivals will take place in Barcelona, Spain, from 2 to 5 July 2026. Organised by the International Photography Festivals Association (IPFA), the event brings together 70 festivals and 100 photographers, alongside festival directors, curators, producers, and cultural partners from across the global photography ecosystem for four days of professional exchange, collaborative learning, strategic discussion, and international networking.

IPFA is a global non-profit network connecting more than 110 photography festivals across 42 countries and five continents, giving partners access not only to the visibility of the event itself, but also to a wider international cultural infrastructure.

In addition to on-site visibility during the Meeting, sponsorship can also include broader exposure across IPFA’s communication channels and annual programme. Depending on the partnership level, this may include website visibility, newsletter features, social media posts and story mentions, visibility within IPFA exhibitions and activities, and facilitated introductions to selected member festivals. This allows sponsors to benefit from both direct event presence in Barcelona and extended international visibility through IPFA’s year-round network and digital communication ecosystem.

Why should you sponsor?

Sponsoring the 2nd IPFA Meeting provides brands with the opportunity to engage with a dedicated global community of photographers, curators, producers, and cultural leaders, as well as 110 festivals across five continents. The event offers unique access to decision-makers in the international photography and cultural sectors, and is an ideal platform for brands to enhance their visibility and position themselves as key supporters of the arts and cultural exchange. Beyond the in-person exposure at the Meeting, sponsors also benefit from extended year-round visibility across IPFA’s digital channels, including the website, social media platforms, newsletters, and international festival network. Sponsors can also facilitate direct introductions to member festivals, gaining access to a rich ecosystem of opportunities for future partnerships, collaborations, and brand activations. This combination of direct event visibility and long-term international exposure ensures a powerful and sustainable partnership opportunity.

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The International Photography Festivals Association (IPFA) is a global non-profit network that connects over 110 photography festivals across 42 countries and five continents. Established to foster collaboration, innovation, and professional development within the photography and cultural sectors, IPFA plays a pivotal role in creating a platform for international dialogue, networking, and the exchange of best practices.

With a proven track record of successful events, including the highly anticipated International Meeting of Photography Festivals, IPFA offers unique visibility opportunities for brands seeking to engage with a dedicated and influential global audience. IPFA’s reach extends through digital channels, including a website with thousands of visitors each month, social media platforms, newsletters, and connections to a vast network of industry professionals.

IPFA’s commitment to fostering long-term relationships between cultural institutions and partners ensures that sponsors will benefit from sustained exposure, both during the event and through our year-round activities. Sponsoring IPFA provides unparalleled access to the international photography community and the chance to support a dynamic, forward-thinking network.

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