Oerol is more than a festival—it is a meeting place for cultural professionals from around the world. Whether you’re here to experience bold new artistic work, exchange ideas with peers, or deepen your understanding of site-specific performance, Oerol professionals accreditation ensures you make the most of your time on Terschelling.
With your accreditation, you will be able to:
- Join the professionals programme, featuring discussions, workshops, and networking moments.
- Get early access to tickets through the professionals presale, helping you curate your own schedule.
- Create a professionals profile to connect with like-minded peers, potential collaborators, and industry leaders.
An international gathering of cultural professionals
For years, Oerol has been a meeting place for artists, programmers, producers, funders, and researchers passionate about site-specific work and performance in public space. In 2025, we are hosting a dedicated international professionals programme from 17 to 19 June, bringing together professionals from across Europe and beyond to explore the relationship between art, place, and community.
This year’s international gathering is particularly special as it marks the start of a new four-year cycle for IN SITU, the European platform for artistic creation in public space. Oerol is a founding member of this network, which supports artists working in public and non-traditional cultural spaces. During the festival, we will be welcoming colleagues from over 20 festivals across Europe, as well as partners from the LAND network and other cultural organisations worldwide.
Each day of the international professionals programme will begin with plenary sessions, featuring keynote speakers, panels, and discussions. The afternoons and evenings will offer time to experience the festival’s artistic programme with fresh perspectives.
Programme overview
Tuesday 17 June – Context
What does a festival mean to its place and community?
- The story of Oerol: history, logistics, and the spirit of Terschelling
- The festival’s relationship with its landscape and local community
- A crash course on the island—because to understand Oerol, you have to understand Terschelling
Wednesday 18 June – Artist development and support
How do festivals and arts organisations shape artistic work?
- The role of festivals as incubators for new ideas and practices
- Different models of artist support, from commissioning to long-term residencies
- Sustainable, long-term support structures for artists working in site-specific contexts
Thursday 19 June – Landscape
What role does landscape play in site-specific work?
- How can artists work beyond traditional venues and collaborate with other sectors?
- What does land art mean in 2025, and how do we engage with landscapes responsibly?
- Special sessions in collaboration with LAND and Land Art Lives, bringing in voices from different disciplines
This midweek programme is part of a broader range of professional moments throughout the festival but offers a unique opportunity for international exchange and focused discussion.
Registration and availability
Spaces for the international professionals programme are limited. If you would like to take part, we encourage you to apply for accreditation early.
The programme details are still being finalised, and registration for individual sessions is not yet open. Accredited Oerol professionals will receive a notification when the programme is online and session registration becomes available.
Other professional moments at Oerol
The international professionals programme is just one part of the professional experience at Oerol. Throughout the festival, there will be informal meet-ups, artist presentations, and networking opportunities.
The festival kicks off on Friday 13 June 2025 with a celebratory opening, where audiences and professionals come together to mark the start of Oerol. Unlike previous years, there won’t be a separate invited opening, as our focus is on the international professionals programme. Instead, we encourage professionals to join us in the midweek of the festival (17–19 June 2025) for in-depth discussions, workshops, and networking events.
Whether you’re coming to discover new work, meet potential collaborators, or explore fresh approaches to your practice, there will be plenty of opportunities to connect. More details on additional professional gatherings will be shared in the coming months.
Buying tickets and festival wristbands
Professionals festival wristband
Your professionals festival wristband gives you access to:
- Festival hub de Deining and visual arts programme
- Ticketed performances (in combination with a valid ticket)
- The Oerol professionals programme, including networking events, in-depth discussions, and exclusive activities
Pricing
- The professionals wristband is the same price as a regular festival wristband
- If you are under 35, you qualify for the same reduced rate as younger general attendees
Once your accreditation is approved, you will need to log in to your MyOerol account to purchase your wristband.
Already bought a regular wristband? We can convert your e-ticket – just contact helpdesk@oerol.nl.
Professionals presale for ticketed performances
As an accredited Oerol Professional, you will get early access to ticketed performances through the professionals presale. This means you can secure your must-see shows before general sales open.
To access the presale, you must be logged in to your MyOerol account.
Your professionals profile
Oerol is about encountering people as much as performances. With your accreditation, you can create a professionals profile to:
- Make your presence at Oerol visible to other professionals
- Share what you are looking for – new collaborations, inspiration, or industry connections
- See who else will be there and reach out before the festival begins
Access to the professionals directory is private and only available to accredited professionals through MyOerol.
FAQs and contact information
Got questions about accreditation, ticketing, or what to expect as an Oerol professional? Visit our FAQs for answers to common questions.
Still need assistance? We’re happy to help. Contact us at professionals@oerol.nl.
