• 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.

Become a Member

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

Upcoming OAUK Activities

  • FiraTàrrega: 4 Nations Networking Event

    From September 12, 2026 to September 12, 2026

    If you’re going to FiraTàrrega, come and meet festival programmers and artists from England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, as Articulation, OutdoorArtsUK, Without Walls, XTRAX and other

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  • Outdoor Arts Climate Gathering at Greenwich+Docklands International Festival

    From September 4, 2026 to September 4, 2026

    GDIF and OutdoorArtsUK invite you to an industry gathering exploring how artists and presenters can reimagine the future of outdoor performance in response to the climate

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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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Outdoor Arts Sector Strategy

OutdoorArtsUK, 101 Outdoor Arts and Without Walls are delighted to share Wherever You Are, Whoever You Are, The Arts Are Yours: A Strategy for Joy and Belonging for, with and by the Outdoor Arts Sector.

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Festival & performance listingsView all listings

NOVUM Festival

Aug 7, 2026 – Aug 9, 2026

For one Summer weekend, Newcastle city centre will transform with a family-friendly programme of free events,

Location: Newcastle

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Big Lunch

Aug 5, 2026 – Aug 5, 2026

We’re delighted to be bringing The Community Big Lunches back to Thurrock for summer 2026. The

Location: Chadwell-St-Mary

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Rochdale Feel Good Festival

Aug 8, 2026 – Aug 8, 2026

Rochdale Feel Good Festival will return on Saturday, 8 August 2026 Fabulous entertainment in Rochdale town

Location: Rochdale

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Professional Event ListingsView all listings

Outdoor Arts Climate Gathering at Greenwich+Docklands International Festival

Sep 4, 2026 – Sep 4, 2026

GDIF and OutdoorArtsUK invite you to an industry gathering exploring how artists and presenters can reimagine

Location: The Moorings Social Club, London, SE28 8BG

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JL Circus Hub Masterclass: Vicki Dela Amedume

Aug 6, 2026 – Aug 6, 2026

This practical workshop explores how circus skills can move beyond technique to communicate meaning. Led by

Location: London

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Women in Circus Symposium

Aug 5, 2026 – Aug 5, 2026

Event Details Women in Circus Symposium, Wednesday 5 August 2026, 09:30 – 16:30, Western Bank Library,

Location: Sheffield

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