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The British Arts Festivals Association (BAFA) is the leading network and development agency for UK arts festivals. We offer direct support to our members and lobby for the sector, in partnership with organisations across the UK and Europe. We believe there has never been a more important time for festivals to work in partnership, to stay connected and to speak out for the unique role that arts festivals play in the UK’s cultural ecology.
RSL Hawthornden Literature Matters grants are open for application until 8 July 2026 The Hawthornden Literature Matters Grants support individuals...
Read moreOne more reason to become a member: BAFA training sessions with TONIC, our training partners, working towards more inclusive festival...
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We’re hiring two experienced arts freelancers for roles working on our ACE-funded Resilient Festivals project. RISE Network Lead We’re...
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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.
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