Paraguay’s Secretaría Nacional de Cultura (SNC), the National Secretariat of Culture, has issued a final reminder that the deadline for its 2026 Cultural Spaces programme is 28 February. The 2026 cultural venue proposals call invites a wide range of applicants, including individual artists, cultural collectives, non-profit organisations, and educational institutions, to submit proposals for projects. Furthermore, the general public is also encouraged to participate in this significant cultural initiative.
The primary objective of this programme is to curate the official cultural agenda for the year 2026. Consequently, the selected projects will be granted the use of prominent public cultural venues. This initiative represents a substantial opportunity for creators and organisations to gain visibility and contribute to the nation’s vibrant cultural landscape.
2026 cultural venue proposals: a call for diverse projects
The call for proposals is, acoording to the SNC, designed “to be broadly inclusive, seeking projects across several distinct categories”. Submissions are welcomed for artistic, educational, community-focused, and memorial initiatives. This broad scope must ensure that the resulting 2026 cultural programme will be rich and varied, catering to a wide array of public interests. For instance, artistic proposals could encompass everything from visual art exhibitions and theatrical performances to musical concerts and dance recitals.
In addition, educational projects might include lecture series, academic workshops, or interactive learning experiences designed for students and the wider community. Community-based proposals are expected to focus on local engagement, perhaps celebrating regional traditions or addressing social themes through cultural expression. Finally, the inclusion of memorial projects underscores a commitment to preserving and reflecting upon national history, offering a space for remembrance and contemplation.
Showcasing projects in key cultural venues
The projects chosen through this competitive selection process will be hosted in three of the country’s key cultural centres. These venues include the Centro Cultural del Puerto, the Espacio Cultural Staudt, and the Ycuá Bolaños Memorial Site. Each location offers a unique context for the cultural activities it will house, providing distinct platforms for the successful applicants to present their work to the public.
The inclusion of the Ycuá Bolaños Memorial Site is particularly significant, as it provides a dedicated space for projects that engage with memory and history in a thoughtful and respectful manner.
The application process and deadline
Prospective applicants are urged to act promptly, as the submission window closes firmly on 28 February. All necessary information regarding the application process is available on the official government cultural portal. Interested parties should visit the SNC website to review the specific conditions and requirements for the call.
The website provides detailed guidelines, downloadable application forms, and essential information regarding the availability of each cultural space.
Fostering a vibrant cultural landscape for 2026
Ultimately, this initiative by the National Secretariat of Culture serves a vital role in enriching the national cultural ecosystem. By opening up public venues to a diverse range of creators and organisations, the programme directly supports the development and dissemination of cultural expression in Paraguay. The 2026 cultural agenda promises to be a direct reflection of the creativity and dynamism present within the country’s artistic and community sectors.
