Press & media
This page is intended for journalists, photographers and media representatives who wish to cover the World Music Contest (WMC) 2026 in Kerkrade.
To gain access to stages, contests and events during the festival, a press pass is required. Submitting an accreditation request does not guarantee approval; each application is carefully reviewed by the organization.
For questions or more information, please contact georgedeswijzen@wmc.nl.
Media toolkit
Explore our media toolkit: logos, introduction texts, online banners, and social media visuals – everything you need to promote the World Music Contest (WMC) 2026 in Kerkrade through your own communication channels.
Need other formats or specific materials? Please contact us!
Wilt u in aanmerking komen voor een persaccreditatie voor het 20e WMC, gelieve het onderstaande formulier volledig in te vullen.
Vanwege de beperkte ruimte in de verschillende locaties worden (foto, TV en pers) accreditaties verleend op basis van het bereik en het media platform.
Mocht u omtrent dit proces vragen hebben, gelieve contact op te nemen met
George Deswijzen via georgedeswijzen@WMC.nl
FAQ
- Press passes are strictly limited for all venues. Accreditations are granted based on media reach and media outlet.
- Per media company, a maximum of one accreditation per category (photographer, TV crew or written press) will be granted per application.
- Positions for photographers wishing to work in the Rodahal, Theatre and Stadium are very limited this year. Movement within the various venues is also restricted. More detailed information will follow once accreditation has been granted.
- During the Opening Parade, photographers may work freely, except at the official reviewing stand where the defilé takes place. Restrictions apply in this area.
- Video recording in the Rodahal, Theatre and Stadium is not permitted, with the exception of selected TV media.
- Further information regarding regulations for photographers and TV crews will be provided after accreditation has been granted.
- Accreditations will be confirmed before mid June.
- The deadline for applications is June 1.
- Parking facilities are not provided at the venues. Please take this into account.
- A limited number of workspaces will be available at the venues.
- Further information will follow in the coming weeks.