Key dates for the IKF 2025 at a glance
| April | Opening of the application portal for all fields |
| 03 June | Deadline for applications, performing arts & music |
| June | Selection committee sessions, performing arts & music |
| July | Notification of artists regarding acceptance or rejection, performing arts & music |
| 13 September | Deadline for applications, theater in public space (performances & walk acts) |
| September | Selection committee session, theater in public space |
| October | Notification of artists regarding acceptance or rejection, theater in public space |
| Late Oktober | Announcement of performance schedule |