24th Eurostars Grand Marina Photography Award 2026

Deadline: alarmOctober 20, 2026

Host: Eurostars Hotels

Territory: Worldwide

Theme(s): Barcelona, the World Capital of Architecture

Eligibility: Open to all

Entry Fees: Free

Prize(s): Cash Prize

Hotusa Group invites amateurs and professionals to participate in the 24th Eurostars Grand Marina Photography Award 2026. Participants must compose photographic triptychs inspired by the theme “Barcelona, World Capital of Architecture”. The jury will recognise the series that, in their opinion, capture the theme with an innovative approach and technical and aesthetic quality.

In 2026, Barcelona has been recognized by UNESCO as the World Capital of Architecture. In this context, we invite photographers to pay tribute to Barcelona’s architecture through their lenses. The aim is to showcase the beauty and uniqueness of its historical and contemporary architectural heritage, as well as the role of urban planning as a modernizing force in Barcelona.

Prizes

The First Prize will receive €5,000 and a trophy. The runner-up will receive the Hotusa Group Prize, valued at €3,000, and a trophy. The competition will also award eight runners-up prizes consisting of trophies and free stays at the Eurostars Hotel Company hotels of their choice.

Image: Fernando Mas Ciges

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