Our Vision

Building creativity, community and connection in the arts festivals sector

We support and inspire arts festivals to fulfil their creative ambitions, on their own terms. It’s not just about the festivals, but the people who run them.

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  • Sep 13, 2021
Graham Sykes Insurance Festival Team, the untold story!

The team at Graham Sykes Insurance are experts in supporting event led organisations. Say hello to the team and...

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  • Sep 12, 2024
BAFA launches new look website

At BAFA, we’re delighted to launch a new look website and refreshed brand that will propel BAFA into a...

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BAFA Conference for Festivals 2024
  • Sep 13, 2024
Tickets for Conference for Festivals 2024 now on sale

We’re delighted to announce that tickets for the annual BAFA Conference for Festivals are now on sale. This year’s...

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BAFA is a community of arts festival professionals and volunteers, dedicated to recognising the work of our members and harnessing their potential, supporting festivals to be more sustainable in a challenging cultural climate.

As a member, you’ll get:

  • Opportunities for networking and professional development with our festival, industry and university members
  • Access to resources and profile raising through our website and PR activity
  • Help to change the sector through our lobbying, advocacy and research work
  • Member discounts on insurance, ticketing, training and more
Partners

BAFA is supported by funding from a range of UK arts bodies

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