After three successful editions that have positioned SHIP Festival among the most exciting music events in our region, applications are officially open for artists who want to be a part of the fourth edition of SHIP Festival. Applications are open from December 16, 2025 to February 16 2026, and everyone interested can apply via the official festival website, or directly through the application link.
The fourth edition of SHIP, taking place from September 10 to 13 2026, will return to six attractive stages across Šibenik, a city that has quickly become synonymous with good music, inspiring meetings and strong creative energy.
“Last year we had over 1300 applications, which means that SHIP has been heard of all over Europe and beyond. Although the audition process is demanding, we are looking forward to hearing some great bands that will then play on the Šibenik stages. We invite all interested artists to apply. See you in Šibenik!”, said the organizers.
SHIP remains true to its mission – discovering new music and connecting artists with the music industry. The festival is meant for those who want to present their work to an international audience and professionals, and to make a breakthrough on the Croatian and European scene. The focus of the festival in its fourth edition will be on networking, education and exchange of experiences, with a rich conference and concert program.
Super Early Bird tickets and Super Early Bird Pro Pass tickets are already available for fans and professionals, and can be purchased via the Entrio system.
The last edition of the SHIP Festival, held in September 2025, brought together 114 speakers from 33 countries and more than 650 music professionals from 54 countries around the world, further confirming SHIP’s status as one of the most promising showcase festivals in Europe.
Prominent international media such as Rolling Stone UK, Clash, IQ and The Line of Best Fit have reported on the festival, highlighting its authentic atmosphere, high level of organization and unique location, while increasingly describing Šibenik as the new music center of the Mediterranean.