Join as a Festival
Want to join our expanding network of independent UK festivals?
Memberships are tiered by capacity. Fees start from:
£588
+VAT
Exchange insights, share knowledge develop contacts and draw on support through online member meetings, a members-only Slack Channel and in-person events with over 200 other UK festivals.
Receive regular updates on festival specific issues and wider industry related news.
Be part of AIF's collective voice talking to UK Government, Scottish Govt and the Senedd Cymru, advising and lobbying on policy, support and initiatives for independent festivals.
Make savings and improve efficiency by being part of AIF lead pilot schemes and collective work.
Free online training and events for you and your team.
Access a free legal helpline when you need legal advice.
Access support on licensing.
Free & discounted tickets for members to Festival Congress, AIFʼs annual flagship pre-season event for the independent festival sector.
One-to-One advice on a range of issues from our experienced team and partners.
Be part of AIF lead audience or industry facing campaigns, such as the First Festival, Safer Spaces and Five Percent For Festivals Campaigns.
Access our bespoke PRS disputes resolution service.
Download specialist resources, including market data, trends, surveys and reports.
Take up a free festival accountancy health check.
Make savings and discounts by introductions to participants of the Suppliers Friends of AIF Scheme including discounted insurances.
Save money on industry events through AIF partnerships.
Be part of the new Festival All Party Parliamentary Group (formed by AIF) meeting MPs to discuss festivals.