January 15–February 16, 2026
Forecast 11: Open Call

Artistic practitioners and cultural producers working in all creative fields, anywhere in the world, are encouraged to apply to Forecast’s international mentorship program and festival with projects that could benefit from the expertise of one of this edition’s mentors and their unique approach to material and knowledge production. The call is open to applicants of all ages and does not prescribe a theme. The program’s only requirement is to submit projects that are relevant to the expertise of the mentor with whom you wish to work.

April 2026
Forecast 11: Nominees Announced

The six mentors of Forecast’s 11th edition will review all proposals and invite three nominees each to workshop and present their ideas at the Forecast Festival in Berlin. The nominee announcement marks the beginning of a new edition of Forecast.

April to July
Online exchanges between the mentor and their three nominees

July 12–19, 2026
F11: Forecast Festival

All 18 nominees will be invited to Berlin to workshop and showcase their project proposals, with public presentations taking place from July 16-19.

August 2026
F11: Mentees Announced

Following the Festival, each mentor selects one project to accompany to fruition.