200 years of the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal: North Sea Port harbor region seeks cultural projects for WAW festival

The North Sea Port region will celebrate 200 years of the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal in 2027 with the cultural program WAW, focusing on water, connection, and imagination. Creators and organizations can apply for funding until December 31, 2026, for projects related to this theme. The program includes music, heritage, art, theater, and cultural activities, with festive weekends planned from May to November 2027. Grants of up to €10,000 are available for large projects and €3,000 for smaller initiatives. The initiative is supported by municipalities and provinces in the North Sea Port District, collaborating with Flanders and UGent. A key feature is the 'Subjective Atlas', collecting personal stories from the canal area.