foodculture days invites artists, researchers, chefs, designers, architects, writers, and other cultural practitioners to propose projects for its 2027 biennial programme that explore the cultural, ecological, political, and social dimensions of food through interdisciplinary practice.
12 August 2026
Open Call:
‘foodculture days’ has launched an international open call for projects to be presented at its 2027 edition in Vevey, Switzerland. The biennial seeks proposals that investigate food beyond nutrition, using it as a lens to examine culture, ecology, agriculture, migration, care, climate, community, and systems of knowledge. The programme welcomes experimental and participatory formats that encourage dialogue, exchange, and public engagement.
Institutional Context:
Founded in 2017, foodculture days is a Swiss platform dedicated to interdisciplinary research and public programming centred on food. Through exhibitions, performances, screenings, workshops, publications, urban interventions, and collective meals, the organisation brings together artists, scientists, farmers, cooks, anthropologists, philosophers, activists, and local communities to explore food as a catalyst for environmental and social justice. The biennial serves as the culmination of these ongoing collaborations and research processes.
Eligibility and Criteria:
The open call is international and welcomes submissions from individuals, collectives, and organisations working across artistic, cultural, scientific, culinary, agricultural, and research disciplines. Proposals should demonstrate a strong connection to the themes of food, culture, ecology, or social engagement, and should be feasible within the context of the biennial programme. Collaborative, interdisciplinary, and community-oriented projects are particularly encouraged.
Evaluation Process:
Applications will be reviewed by the foodculture days curatorial team. Proposals will be assessed on their artistic and conceptual quality, relevance to the biennial’s aims, feasibility, and potential for meaningful public engagement and interdisciplinary exchange. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for additional information during the selection process.
Practical Information:
Selected projects will be developed and presented as part of ‘foodculture days 2027’ in Vevey, Switzerland. The open call welcomes a wide range of presentation formats, including exhibitions, installations, performances, workshops, talks, publications, screenings, and participatory events. Applicants should consult the open call guidelines for submission requirements, production conditions, and project timelines.
Deadline to apply: 31 August 2026
Applications and Queries:
Applications must be submitted through the online application form available on the ‘foodculture days’ open call website. Applicants should consult the website for the complete submission guidelines, required documentation, application deadline, and contact information for enquiries.
