CHF 30,000 to Support Artistic Creation. The FAC Competition Returns to Nyon

Artists and cultural creatives connected to Nyon, take note.

For the fifth consecutive year, the Fondation pour les arts et la culture de Nyon (FAC) has launched its annual call for projects, offering a total of CHF 30,000 in financial support for artistic creation in 2026.

The competition is open to Swiss artists and artists residing in Switzerland, across all artistic disciplines; from visual arts and performance to music, literature, theatre and beyond.

A project rooted in Nyon

To be eligible, submitted projects must have a strong connection to Nyon or the surrounding region. The work must also be specifically designed for this competition.

The call is open to individual artists as well as associations and foundations, and there are no age restrictions. What matters most is originality, quality and a meaningful local link.

The aim is not only to fund creative work, but to encourage projects that contribute to Nyon’s cultural life and remain accessible to the wider community.

Supporting culture, year after year

Founded in 2010, the Fondation pour les arts et la culture de Nyon (FAC) plays an important role in strengthening the city’s artistic scene. Acting as a bridge between cultural and economic actors in the region, the foundation supports the creation, production and dissemination of original works anchored in Nyon.

Each year, its competition provides both financial backing and visibility, with the winning project announced during an official ceremony at Usine à Gaz. For many artists, it’s an opportunity not only to secure funding, but also to connect more deeply with the local community.

Key dates

• Application deadline: 3 April 2026 (midnight)

• Funding available: CHF 30,000 (awarded to one or more projects)

• Announcement of winner(s): 10 June 2026 at the Usine à Gaz

• Applications must be submitted electronically.

Full details, eligibility criteria and submission guidelines are available on the FAC website: fac-nyon.ch

An invitation to create

Nyon has long been known as a festival and culture town. Initiatives like the FAC Competition help ensure that creativity continues not only through major events, but also through local artistic projects that grow from within the community.