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Baku Flames 2026 Jury Presidents Revealed

Baku Flames 2026 reveals its powerhouse Jury Presidents — Cannes Lions Grand Prix winner Catalin Dobre, branding expert Lara Assouad, creative leader Jorg Riommi, and purpose-driven visionary Vidya Manmohan — setting a new global benchmark for creativity, design, digital innovation, and effective impact in Baku this May.

Baku Flames 2026: Passes and Award Entries Now Open

Early bird passes and award entries for Baku Flames 2026 are now open. Join the international festival of creativity and effectiveness on May 15–16 and showcase your work to local and global juries.

Aleph x Baku Flames Host Exclusive Leaders Lounge

Aleph, a global network of digital experts innovating at the intersection of media, payments, and education, and the Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness, Azerbaijan’s most active creative and marketing community, co-hosted the exclusive ‘Year-End Leaders Lounge’. The event brought together industry leaders to unveil the highly anticipated 2026 Baku Flames Festival theme: “Human After All”.

Baku Flames 2026 Announces Festival Theme: "Human After All"

Baku Flames 2026 explores creativity in the age of AI with its new "Human After All" theme. Join us May 15-16 in Baku. Entries open January 12!

One Entry, Two Chances to Shine!

Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness 2026 will take place on May 15–16, introducing the One Entry, Two Chances system that allows Azerbaijani creatives to compete in both Local and International categories with a single submission.

The Winners of the First-Ever Baku Flames Awards Are Here!

The winners of the first-ever Baku Flames Awards have been announced, celebrating the best in creativity and effectiveness across four competition tracks. See the full list of winners.

Baku Flames 2025 Shortlist is Officially Announced

Baku Flames 2025 Announces Its Full Programme

Bringing together leading names from advertising, branding, media, entertainment, and marketing, the Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness has officially launched its full programme

Flames 2025 Announces Jury Presidents for This Year’s Awards!

The Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness 2025 is set to bring together the brightest minds in advertising, branding, marketing, and more.

Final Days for Early Bird Submissions at Baku Flames 2025!

Street Art Frankey is coming to Baku Flames!

Renowned Dutch artist Street Art Frankey is coming to Baku Flames 2025! Known for his playful urban interventions, Frankey will take the stage to explore “The Power of Not Normal Work” and how unconventional creativity leads to extraordinary results.

Baku Flames joins creative rankings!

Baku Flames has been recognized in the Marketing Effectiveness Rating by the Marketing Association of Uzbekistan, standing alongside global festivals like Cannes Lions and D&AD. Explore what this means for the festival’s impact.

Registration Now Open!

The Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness will bring together industry pioneers, creative talents, and innovators on May 2-3, 2025.

Baku Flames will light the creative energy!

Baku Flames 2025 is set to ignite the creative scene in Azerbaijan and the region on May 2-3. With top industry speakers, networking events, and the prestigious Baku Flames Festival, this festival is the ultimate platform for creativity and effectiveness.

Passes for Baku Flames 2025 are now on sale!

Secure your spot at Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness 2025. Get your pass now and be part of an unforgettable journey of creativity, learning, and networking on May 2-3.