Expert guide for festival producers on navigating music visas, customs, and border logistics for international ensembles and traditional folk performers.
Folk Festivals
Veteran festival organisers reveal budget-friendly secrets to keep artists happy – from planning travel and homestays to fair per diems and heartfelt gratitude.
Discover expert B2B strategies for designing festival green rooms and managing the music festival backstage compound to foster artist community and streamline production.
Hearty, culturally inclusive menus, allergen safety and impeccable hygiene – discover how backstage kitchens keep folk festival performers at their best.
Learn how to make folk festivals truly inclusive with clear accessibility communications. From sharing photos of ramps and terrain to giving precise measurements and transit info, this comprehensive guide shows festival producers how to welcome everyone. Discover real examples of festivals that publish detailed access guides (including maps of viewing platforms and quiet rooms) and get actionable tips on providing contact support for disabled attendees. A must-read for any festival organizer aiming to elevate their accessibility game and delight audiences of all abilities.
Discover how a ‘security with a welcome’ approach – from de-escalation training to friendly community ambassadors – keeps festival attendees safe and happy.
Discover how festival producers manage medical risks at folk events – from splinters to sprains. Get actionable tips and examples for a safe, fun festival.
Master festival safeguarding with expert B2B strategies for event organizers. Learn how to implement lost-child protocols, secure family areas, and staff vetting.
Veteran festival producer reveals how to keep folk festival crowds safe: master crowd flow, remove trip hazards, and plan effective emergency exits.
Get the green light for your folk festival! This guide spills hard-earned wisdom on tackling permits – from shutting down streets to keeping neighbours happy – with real examples and pro tips for a safe, smooth, spectacular event.