As part of the Arts Council’s policy commitment  to support festival organisations to build their capacity,  the Arts Council announces a new festival conference initiative to take place in 2020. The one day conference will provide information, and networking opportunities for all festivals across Ireland.

in partnership with the MA Festive Arts, University of Limerick, the conference is set to take place on February 14 2020.

If you would like further information, or would like to express interest in attending, please contact Emma Keogh emma.keogh@artscouncil.ie .

The Arts Council is also accepting expressions of interest from festival organisations that wish to contribute  papers or topics for discussion or presentation.

All expressions of interest should be sent to Karl Wallace, Head of Festivals, karl.wallace@artscouncil.ie