Togather, the UK’s leading event F&B management platform, today announced the launch of Togather Live 360, a groundbreaking tech product that streamlines the way festivals and live event organisers manage their food and beverage concessions. Built upon hundreds of hours of extensive research and customer feedback, Togather Live 360 represents the culmination of seven years […] The post Togather Revolutionises F&B Management with Togather Live 360 first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

In light of  recent individual licensing data obtained through a Freedom of Information request, the NTIA says that it is imperative that we address the current private security regulatory framework governing the private security sector. The statistics reveal a pressing need for reform to ensure efficacy of private security provision, tax conformance and prevent the […] The post Industry Calls on Home Secretary to Reevaluate Security Business Licensing first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

Part of the year-long Braga 25 programme celebrating Braga as the Portuguese Capital of Culture, Portugal’s new four-day music showcase, SQUARE, launched in April 2024, is set to illuminate national creativity within a broader international context, enriching the city’s vibrant cultural landscape. More than a conventional showcase festival, SQUARE serves as an artist-centric networking platform […] The post SQUARE Conference and Showcase Content Revealed first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

At the end of their 10th season producing festivals and events, The Fair team share their learnings, insights and take-home tips for those looking to progress their career in the industry A lot can happen in 10 years, especially – as we all know – in the world of events. From event production to licensing, […] The post 10 Years of Production: 11 ways to get it right first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

Fortress Festival has revealed the final line-up and poster for the 2025 edition of the biggest black metal event in the UK. Closing the line-up are four additional bands: Fen, Autumn Nostalgie, Crimson Throne and Nemorous. UK atmospheric black metallers Fen will perform a UK exclusive full album performance of their 2009 debut album “The […] The post Black Metallers Line-up for Fortress 2025 first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

In news that may add value to not for profit festivals working with upcoming artists, Global rehearsal studio network Pirate Studios and cultural youth organisation Small Green Shoots have announced anew three-year community partnership: the Studios For All Fund. Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, this initiative will empower charities, CICs and organisations already […] The post £180k Studios for All Fund Launched for Charities and CICs first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

BIME, the world-renowned international music industry event, returns to Bilbao for its 15th edition, gathering professionals, artists, and brands from around the world. Alongside showcasing emerging talent with global potential, BIME will feature free cultural programs spanning film, literature, and photography, transforming Bilbao into a hub of creativity. The central theme of this BIME edition, ‘Territories,’ will explore the opportunities and challenges of the music […] The post BIME Bilbao Announce Conference Content first appeared on Festi ..read more

SOUNDSTORM 2024 has announced its its second wave of artists, adding even more global music icons and genre-spanning talent to its already stellar lineup for this December’s edition. Joining the previously announced headliners, this new phase features some of the most popular names in contemporary music. The genre-defying Tyler, the Creator, who is sure to […] The post Soundstorm Adds to 2024 Line-up first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

Boundary-breaking DJ, producer and label head Hannah Laing proudly has announced doof In The Park, a brand new festival coming to Camperdown Park on Saturday, 5 July, 2025. Known for her anthemic records and electrifying performances at festivals like Creamfields, Terminal V, Warehouse Project and Parklife, Hannah now steps into the role of festival founder […] The post Hannah Laing Launches ‘doof In The Park’ in Dundee first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more

The Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) will launch a bespoke free business support programme for multi-venue festivals thanks to funding by Arts Council England Launching in October, the programme will be open to multi-venue festivals operating in England, of which AIF has identified more than 70 in 2024, serving a range of audiences and showcasing […] The post AIF to Launch Multi-venue Festival Business Support Programme first appeared on Festival Insights ..read more