This network has been set up to provide networking opportunities and support to primarily volunteer run festivals which form such a lively and crucial part of Cornwall and Isles of Scilly’s cultural scene.
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We are excited to launch a new project to revitalise the Festivals’ Network from Autumn 2023 that provides networking events, training opportunities and grants. These grants will be available to successful festivals to support ambitious programming that diversifies festivals’ cultural offerings, experimenting with ways to attract new audiences, volunteers and income.
To find out more information, including how to apply, funding criteria and deadlines go to the Festivals Grants page.
To be one of the first to hear the news, sign up for the FEAST newsletter.
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared
Prosperity Fund.
What is the Festivals’ Network?
We hold meetings across Cornwall and aim to bring festival organisers together to share knowledge, skills and resources.
Joint training sessions or guest speakers can be organised on topics which the Festivals’ Network members request. In addition, we help market the festivals by producing a FEAST of Festivals leaflet, distributed throughout Cornwall and beyond.
Festivals which are principally volunteer-run, have a significant element of heritage or arts in their programme, or an ambition to develop those elements, are eligible to become part of the network.
If you would like to join the Festivals’ Network and receive updates about meetings then please sign up here.
Links
- To join the Festivals’ Network for free head here
- To view details and book a free space at the next Festivals’ Network meeting head here
- To find out about FEAST funding opportunities, please head over here
FEAST of Festivals Leaflet 2025
There will not be a festival leaflet for 2025.
If you are interested in a future iteration of the leaflet please let us know here.
Festivals’ Network Training
There are not currently any workshop or training opportunities.
We have previously delivered…
Ways you can engage with local government with Diverse Events, Town Bid Managers & Cornwall Council representatives
Marketing on a Budget with Cornwall 365
Volunteer recruitment & management with Volunteer Cornwall & Jenny Pickup
Where to start with fundraising with Jowdy Davey
An introduction to Equality Diversity and Inclusion with Sensory Trust
Exploring potential festival revenue streams with Natalie Fletcher
How to Run a Safe Event with Gull Rock Events
How to Run a Sustainable Festival with Livvy Drake
First Aid Training with Phoenix Safety & Education