• Welcome to OutdoorArtsUK 

    OutdoorArtsUK is the home for performance in outdoor spaces! We support everything from street acrobats to national parades and celebrate work that exists outside buildings reaching the widest audience possible.

    From circus to carnival, from music to mela, from processions to puppetry and street dance to street theatre – if you want to see or make outdoor performances, you’re in the right place.

    Image: ‘Oystercatchers’ by Red Herring [Photo: Jim Wileman]

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Digital Brochure

The Digital Brochure showcases our members' bookable shows – designed for programmers seeking to curate an inspiring and diverse selection of outdoor performances.

Join OAUK

Become a member today and benefit from free resources, discounted professional events and being a part of the Outdoor Arts community.

Upcoming OAUK Activities

  • Member Drop-ins

    From October 8, 2025 to April 15, 2026

    Dates announced for the Online Member Drop-ins this autumn and winter - book your place now!

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  • National Conference 2026

    From February 3, 2026 to February 4, 2026

    The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026!

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  • 1-2-1 Sessions

    Ongoing

    Our members can book 30 minute 1-2-1 sessions with the staff team to explore ideas, seek advice, or discuss anything outdoor arts-related. We also offer 1-2-1 taster sessions for prospective members.

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Festival & performance listingsView all listings

Lightwaves

Dec 4, 2025 – Dec 7, 2025

This popular outdoor light art event is for visitors of all ages looking for a fun

Location: Salford

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Monmouth Christmas Lantern Parade

Dec 5, 2025 – Dec 5, 2025

Join the people of Monmouth for a wonderful illuminating Christmas Lantern Parade through the streets their

Location: Monmouth

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Stockton Sparkles Lantern Parade

Dec 7, 2025 – Dec 7, 2025

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, as our Lantern Parade arrives at Stockton Sparkles!

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

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Professional Event ListingsView all listings

Hoop Flow Creation with Rebel Manifesto Aerial (Powerhouse Pro)

Dec 6, 2025 – Dec 6, 2025

Join Luka Owen of Rebel Manifesto Aerial for a one-day intensive in hoop flow creation at

Location: Coventry

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Aerial Intensive 2026 (Autin Dance Theatre)

Jan 5, 2026 – Jan 16, 2026

Once again we have partnered with Imagineer Productions in Coventry to deliver series of aerial intensive

Location: Coventry

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National Conference 2026: Change On Our Streets (OutdoorArtsUK)

Feb 3, 2026 – Feb 4, 2026

The OutdoorArtsUK National Conference: Change On Our Streets is coming to Cambridge in February 2026!

Location: Cambridge

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