BECOME A REAL CHANGEMAKER
Bring your idea for a better world to Sziget!
Thank you all for your applications. The Jury is reviewing all entries and will select the most promising and creative teams by 20th June.
Your Idea. Your Impact.
Got an idea to tackle a social or environmental issue? Want to take action and share your solution with thousands of open-minded people?
Sziget Changemakers is your chance. We’re selecting young changemakers (ages 18–30) from across Europe to develop and present bold ideas that improve the world.
🌟 Your mission? Create a small but powerful exhibition — and show it live at Sziget.
This is for you if...
🎯 You’re 18–30, living in Europe
🔥 You care about climate, equality, mental health, or social justice
🛠️ You’ve got an idea — and the drive to make it real
🧑🤝🧑 You want to build it with a small team (up to 5 people) and show it at Sziget Festival
You don’t need to be an expert (yet) — just someone who’s ready to act and with a strong motivation.
This Is What You’ll Create
The application consists of two main parts: “The Problem” and “The Presentation”:
The Problem
Tell us what issue you want to tackle.
Is it climate, inequality, mental health, discrimination, or something else?
What’s the local challenge — and why does it matter?
The Presentation
Show us your idea in action!
You’ll design a small, creative “showroom” at Sziget to bring your solution to life.
Think images, objects, prototypes, stories, installations — whatever fits your vision.
💡 We’ll support you with €450 and everything you need to build it.
What will happen on The Island?
If your team is selected, you’ll bring your idea to life — right in the heart of Sziget Festival. Where for two days, you will present your ideas to Sziget and the world.
You’ll get your own 6×3 meter (18 m2, 2m high) tent, with:
Power, tables, and benches
Equipment purchase budget up to €450 EUR
Two full days to present your project to festival visitors
You’ll be part of a festival showcase of changemakers, inviting thousands of people to step into your idea, experience it, and join the conversation.
Got an idea? How to apply & take part?
- Check the criteria
Make sure you’re between 18–30, based in Europe, and applying with a team of max 5 people. - Prepare your application
Outline your idea, the problem it solves, and how you’ll present it creatively at the festival. - Submit your form by June 7 (23:59 CET)
You can find the application form at the bottom of this page. - Jury selection (June 20)
Our jury will review all entries and select the most promising and creative teams. - Prep with us
If selected, you’ll join two online prep sessions in July to get ready for Sziget. - Present your idea at Sziget (August 6–11)
Bring your project to life on The Island of Freedom — and share it with thousands.
Why this matters
Sziget is more than a music festival — it’s a platform for ideas. We’ve always believed in the power of community, creativity, and change.
With the Sziget Changemakers project, we’re giving young people space to explore solutions to real problems — and the chance to inspire others into action.
We’re looking forward to your application!
