Expression of Interest programme applications for Bristol Harbour Festival 2024 are now open!

Application Deadlines: Wednesday 17th January 2024

Applications to perform at Bristol Harbour Festival 2026 are now open! The deadline for applications is Friday 27th February but decisions may be made sooner so get your applications in early!

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups or groups that haven't been involved in the festival before. If you have any questions about the application process, please email: harbourfestival@proudevents.co.uk.

If you are an individual, group or organisation wishing to participate in the festival, please complete the suitable Expression of Interest form below. If you have a ready-made act/activity or a brand new idea that meets the festival’s mission and aims, we would love to hear from you! We will prioritise local talent, but applications are open to all. We particularly welcome applications from applicants that identify as being at risk of exclusion or from communities that are currently underrepresented at the festival.

Further info about each opportunity is detailed within the application forms. If you have any questions please email harbourfestival@proudevents.co.uk

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORMS

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR 2026

Live Music Performance - Open

Live Performances (non-music) - Open

On the Water Performances & Activities - Open

Workshops, Installations & Interactive Activities - Open

A performer with a water jetpack summersaults above the harbour.