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The Logistical Challenges of Organising a Multi Venue Month Long Festival.

Whilst most large-scale festivals may run for two or three days at a single venue location there are number of festivals that run for longer periods of up to month across multiple venues. What type of event suits this format and how do organisers tackle the unique set of challenges in planning and running such a long festival. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 30 April 2025

Low Impact Water Solutions for Music Festivals.

Any large-scale multi-day music festival will use vast quantities of water for a variety of uses. Handling this water on a festival site requires careful planning to minimise the impact on the environment and meet the organiser’s sustainability objectives. How can organisers use latest low-impact water solutions to minimise damage and wastage. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 29 April 2025

Is the RV or Campervan the Perfect Music Festival Accessory.

The most popular accommodation option for festival-goers attending a multi-day event is camping which is inexpensive and relatively convenient. For those seeking more comfort combined with mobility an RV (Recreational Vehicle) or campervan can be the perfect solution. What are the pros and cons of using a campervan for festival accommodation and transport.

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Andy Robertson - Monday 28 April 2025

Motivating Music Festival Staff to Counter Anxiety and Mental Health Issues.

Working in a music festival environment is known for long unsocial hours in return for low pay and yet remains one of the most sought after and rewarding career options. How can organisers manage this dichotomy and keep staff motivated whilst making provisions for wellbeing to ensure the continued smooth operation of events. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Thursday 24 April 2025

Collection and Marketing Use of Data for Music Festival Entities.

The data collected by music festival entities is a vital element that contributes to successfully running any modern event. The data held by a festival entity is often used to estimate the financial value of a business, so it is essential that organisers have robust plans for the collection of data and its proposed marketing use.

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Andy Robertson - Tuesday 22 April 2025

Verifying Recycled Materials Used for Temporary Structures at Music Festivals.

Sustainability is now a high priority for music festivals and organisers are increasingly looking for more ways to achieve their sustainability objectives. A key element of this is the increased use of recycled materials especially for temporary structures built on a festival site. What steps can organisers take to verify that any materials used are from recycled sources as claimed. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 21 April 2025

Volunteers

Music Festival Volunteer Supervisors.

Volunteers form an essential part of every music festival with anything from a handful of people to hundreds depending on the size of the event. The volunteers perform essential duties during a festival's duration in exchange for event access. The recruitment of volunteers is normally a well-defined process for organisers but special attention is required to select team supervisors. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 16 April 2025

Ticketing

Music Festival Guestlist Management and Accreditation.

Managing a guestlist for any music festival can be challenging and organisers must establish an accreditation process for successful implementation. Elements like physical space and ticket availability can be key drivers in the guestlist allocation process, what are the key considerations for organisers when planning their accreditation management. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 15 April 2025

Events

State of the MICE sector in 2025 and Beyond.

MICE is the abbreviation for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions and is a core element of the events industry with a focus on business-to-business activities. This space provides opportunities for thought leadership and idea exchanges as well as providing a platform for businesses to showcase their products and services and make sales. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 14 April 2025

Artists

Managing the Music Festival Artist’s Entourage.

Depending on the status of a performance artist their entourage can vary between several individuals and a sizable supporting crew. Planning and managing these individuals can be challenging because of the typical space limitations common in festival backstage areas. How can organisers successfully manage these entourages to keep all parties satisfied. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 9 April 2025

The Challenges of DJing with Vinyl at Music Festivals.

The DJ performer emerged from the clubbing scene of the 1970s where the use of two turntables and a mixer and vinyl records produced new sounds. With advances in digital technology the vinyl record has all but disappeared from the DJing scene. There is still a niche demand for DJs using vinyl records, but this comes with challenges for live performances. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 8 April 2025

Events

The Prevalence of Alcohol Poisoning at Music Festivals.

Some research has indicated that the number of cases of alcohol poisoning occurring at music festivals is still prevalent and continues to be a concern. What causes alcohol poisoning and what measures can music festival organisers put in place to reduce incidents, and the risks associated with severe cases. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 7 April 2025

Critical Information Music Festival Organisers Need to Provide to Medical Service Providers.

The provision of comprehensive medical facilities is an essential element of any large music festival site. The safety and wellbeing of everyone on a site is always a priority for organisers and the planning for medical coverage needs to be coordinated with established local medical facilities. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 2 April 2025

Why Music Festival Insurers May Not Pay Out on a Claim.

The large amounts invested in creating and running sizable music festivals requires comprehensive insurance to prevent financial loss if something untoward occurs. Insurance for festivals can be complex and expensive, and it is not uncommon for insurers to refuse to pay out against a loss. What solutions are there for organisers who want solid coverage against unforeseen incidents.

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Andy Robertson - Tuesday 1 April 2025

Making Allowances for Technophobic Festival-Goers at Music Festivals.

Rapid adoption of new technology by music festival entities has driven most related processes into the digital sphere. The benefits of using the latest technology include reduced costs, increased efficiency and contributions to sustainably objectives. The digital solutions used will require festival-goers to possess a smartphone but how can organisers handle those without one. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 31 March 2025

The Importance of Real Time Notifications for Music Festival Organisers.

Advances in technology in recent years have enabled devices to be always on with real time notifications being a key part of this. Equally the expectations of businesses and the public has risen where real time notifications are the norm. How can festival organisers manage their real time notifications to meet the expectations of anyone that interacts with them. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 26 March 2025

Artists

Curating the Perfectly Balanced Music Festival Line-up.

Creating a great music festival line-up is a huge challenge for festival organisers who must balance festival-goer appeal, artist availability and the budgets allocated. What are the key considerations for artistic curators to get the perfectly balanced line-up that generates ticket sales without exceeding the budget available. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 25 March 2025

Events

Preventing and Dealing with Assaults at Music Festivals.

A primary objective for music festival organisers is to create and run events that are safe environments for everyone on a site. Despite efforts to improve awareness and increased preventative measure the number of assaults allegedly taking pace at music festivals continues. What measures can organisers take to prevent and handle incidents of assault at their events. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 24 March 2025

Electrifying Music Festival Transport.

For music festival entities their sustainability credentials are an essential part of their ethos in the way they operate their events. Transport to and from a festival site is still considered a major contributing factor to an event’s overall carbon footprint. In an effort to reduce the impact of this organisers are looking at more ways to electrify all festival related transport. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 19 March 2025

The Financial Health of the Music Festival Support Services Sector in 2025.

The global music festival sector supports a large industry of companies and people dedicated to providing services to ensure that events operate as intended. Without these support services music festivals could not take place, however, there are financial and other challenges for these supply companies to consider in 2025. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 18 March 2025
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