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WBF Spain 2026 – World Award: Bodypainting & Show
The World Bodypainting Festival launches its brand-new series with the next World Award: Bodypainting & Show World Championship! Taking place during the legendary Carnaval de Águilas on Spain’s sunny Costa Cálida.
This unique competition combines the world’s best bodypainting artistry with one of the country’s most spectacular cultural celebrations. Join us in Águilas — a coastal gem famous for golden beaches, rich history, and vibrant festivities — for an unforgettable day where art meets the electrifying spirit of Carnival!
World Championships on February 7, 2026, Águilas, Spain
The event takes place on February 7th. Registration can be submitted online until January 20th, 2026.
This year’s theme celebrates fearless self-expression, chaos with style, and the art of breaking boundaries. More infos will soon be announced. Let your creativity run free — the stage is yours.
Awards
updated on 14.08.2025
Category: Bodypainting & Show
1 Place World Award Trophy + € 2.000 in cash + Product Prize
2 Place World Award Trophy + € 1.000 in cash + Product Prize
3 Place World Award Trophy + € 500 in cash + Product Prize
Photo: Gerald Wochinger
Registration
A Spanish Spectacle You Can’t Miss
Last year, Águilas hosted a successful WBA event — but 2026 marks a thrilling milestone: the very first World Bodypainting Festival event in Spain. Taking place within the legendary Carnaval de Águilas on the sunny Costa Cálida, the World Award: Bodypainting & Show World Championship will bring together elite artists, vibrant performances, and the electric spirit of one of Spain’s most spectacular cultural celebrations. Expect world-class body art, immersive experiences, and an atmosphere bursting with creativity and carnival energy.
Registration is Now Open!
Artists, models, photographers, and guests can now register to be part of WBF Finland 2025. Visit the official website at bodypainting-festival.com for full details on participation, travel info, and accommodation.
Registration is open. Please register soon! Places are limited.
