• 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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  • 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 Focus

    Ongoing

    Applications are now open for Festival Focus at SO Festival in Skegness and Freedom Festival in Hull.

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Festival & performance listingsView all listings

Children’s Capital of Culture Birthday Party

Mar 20, 2026 – Mar 20, 2026

In 2025, Rotherham became the world’s first Children’s Capital of Culture – a big title for

Location: Rotherham

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The Beat Goes On

Mar 21, 2026 – Mar 21, 2026

Feel the rhythm of The Beat Goes On, a high-energy celebration of music, movement and community,

Location: Wandsworth

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Light Up Thurrock Finale

Mar 20, 2026 – Mar 20, 2026

Light Up Thurrock Join us for a lantern parade from East Tilbury Primary School, followed by

Location: East Tilbury

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Professional Event ListingsView all listings

Play to the Crowd: Masterclass: Outdoor Arts – From Inspiration to Touring (with Lorna Rees)

Apr 29, 2026 – Apr 29, 2026

Lorna Reese (Gobbledegook Theatre) explores what’s involved in creating Outdoor Art.

Location: Theatre Royal Winchester

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Nuts and Bolts Lounge

Mar 21, 2026 – Mar 21, 2026

Monthly free online informal open guidance sessions, giving the opportunity to ask questions, pick up insider

Location: Online

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Backlash: A Queer Cultural State of the Nation

Mar 18, 2026 – Mar 18, 2026

Presented by Curious Arts, Marlborough Productions & Fatt Projects A day of research, sharing & conversation

Location: Cambridge

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