Applications are now open for artists and music projects interested in participating in the artists-in-residence programme and/or city showcases of the 2026 edition of Westway LAB, which will take place from April 8 to 11 in Guimarães.

The artistic residencies will take place between March 31 and April 7 at the Candoso Creation Centre. In a collaborative creative environment, groups of two to four artists will come together — with the requirement that at least one participant must be of Portuguese nationality. During this period, participants will develop original compositions, which will be performed live as part of the festival’s program.

The city showcases consist of free-entry concerts held on the afternoon of Saturday, April 11, in various venues across the historic center of Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

More information about the event and application can be found here.