International Photography Awards IPA 2026 Photo Fest
Best of Show Exhibition, Artist Talks, Peer Reviews, Portfolio Reviews, Symposium,
and IPA Awards Gala
October 8-11 — Athens, Greece
October 8-10
Best of Show Exhibition
Artist Talks
Peer Reviews
Meet the Curator
Portfolio Reviews
Symposium
House of Lucie Gallery
4 Charalampi Sotiriou str
11472 Athens, Greece
October 11
IPA Awards Ceremony and Reception
Benaki Museum
138 Pireos & Andronikou,
Athens 11854, Greece
Dress code: Formal / Evening Wear
Join us in Athens, October 8–11, for the IPA 2026 Foto Fest & Winners Celebration — four unforgettable days celebrating photography, creativity and the people who bring powerful images to life.
Whether you’re an IPA winner, a photography professional, an aspiring photographer or simply passionate about the art of visual storytelling, there’s something waiting for you. Explore the Best of Show exhibition, hear from inspiring photographers and industry experts, connect with fellow creatives through Portfolio and Peer Reviews, and take part in thought-provoking conversations about the power and future of photography.
And for our winners, this is your moment to celebrate your achievement alongside the global IPA community — culminating in the IPA Awards Ceremony and Reception at the Benaki Museum, where we will honour this year’s outstanding photographers and reveal the International Photographer of the Year and Discovery of the Year.
Come for the photography. Stay for the inspiration, connections and unforgettable experience of IPA 2026 in Athens.
IPA 2026 Best of Show Exhibition Opening
Join us for the IPA 2026 Best of Show Exhibition opening on October 8th and register now to experience an unforgettable evening of award-winning photography and artistic excellence!
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IPA 2026 Artist Talks
Join us for the IPA 2026 Artist Talks, where IPA Winners and fellow photographers take the stage to share the stories behind their work. Register to share your work, or simply to come and hear firsthand experiences, creative processes, and personal insights from fellow photographers.
IPA 2026 Peer Reviews
Join fellow photographers for an engaging and collaborative session where you’ll have the chance to sit down with your peers, view each other’s portfolios, exchange valuable feedback, and gain fresh perspectives on your work.
Meet the Curator
Guest Speaker, Elizabeth Krist, 2026 BOS Curator
IPA 2026 Portfolio Reviews
Register now for the IPA 2026 Portfolio Reviews on October 10th and seize the opportunity to have your work reviewed by top industry professionals!
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IPA 2026 Photography Symposium
FROM IMAGE TO IMPACT
In a rapidly changing photography landscape, talent is only part of the equation. *From Image to Impact* brings together leading editors, curators, gallery directors and industry professionals to explore what it takes to build a successful photography career today — from developing meaningful, distinctive work and getting it seen, to building relationships, turning recognition into opportunity, and creating a sustainable career.
This practical and candid conversation will offer insights into what industry professionals are really looking for, how photographers can create meaningful opportunities, and how great work can become a career that lasts.
IPA 2026 Awards Gala
Join us as the International Photography Awards honors its 2026 Category Winners and finalists. Each category winner will be presented with the prestigious IPA trophy on stage during the Awards Ceremony. Following the ceremony, we warmly invite all winners, esteemed jury members, and guests to continue the celebration at the IPA Winners Party. Reserve your spot today and be part of this unforgettable evening!
Dress code: Formal / Evening Wear