European Festival Association

The European Festival Association (EFA) is a network of organizations that promote and support cultural festivals across Europe. Its goal is to strengthen the festival sector by fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and advocating for public policies that benefit festivals. EFA helps festival organizers connect, innovate, and grow sustainably, enriching the cultural landscape and encouraging diverse artistic expressions. It operates as a platform for knowledge exchange, professional development, and advocacy, helping festivals contribute to social cohesion, local economies, and cultural identity throughout Europe.