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The Temporary Festival Director for Associations, Societies and Cultural Events.

Numerous music festivals are operated by not-for-profit organisations where it is common practice to have a temporary Festival Director. They have responsibility for programming, planning and operational delivery of events and are appointed on a temporary basis. Why do organisations use this model, is it effective and does it have a future. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 11 November 2026

Volunteers

Creating Dynamic Music Festival Volunteer Shifts.

Most music festivals do not have static operational demands during live dates; organisers are constantly adapting to changing situations. The same scenarios apply to the management of volunteer teams where rigid shift planning will be unable to cope with constantly changing circumstances. How can organisers adopt a dynamic approach to volunteer shift management. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 10 November 2026

Events

Music Festival Site Pre Safety Checks Before the Formal Site Inspection.

Health and safety and fire safety compliance require serious consideration by music festival organisers. Formal inspections will take place prior to opening and any issues identified and not quickly resolved can result in delayed opening. How can organisers conduct festival site checks before any formal inspections take palace to minimise potential issues. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 9 November 2026

Diversity Imagery Guidelines for Music Festival Advertising.

In Europe and North America diversity and inclusion are essential aspects of any advertising, especially when it relates to imagery like photographs and video. This is particularly relevant to the events sector because imagery is a key tool used to promote events and sell tickets. What are the advertising guidelines for festivals when considering how they represent diversity. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Thursday 5 November 2026

Vendors

The Selection Process of Non-Food and Beverage Vendors for Music Festivals.

Every large-scale outdoor music festival will allocate zones for food and beverage vendors which are an essential part of the event infrastructure. Adding non-food and beverage vendors gives organisers additional revenue and provides products, services and experiences for festival-goers that enhances their overall festival experience. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 3 November 2026

Events

How can Music Festival Organisers Prevent Smuggled Alcohol from Entering a Site.

Festival-goers smuggling alcohol onto a festival site still persists presenting challenges for organisers. There are licencing and compliance issues plus the protection of commercial revenue to be considered. What steps can organisers take to prevent festival-goers from smuggling hidden alcohol onto a festival site. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 2 November 2026

Preferential Local Hotel Deals for Music Festivals.

Most multi-day music festivals will provide a variety of accommodation options for festival-goers, volunteers, staff, artists and crew. On-site accommodation will usually consist of camping and glamping options but adding in local hotels provides added choice. How can organisers find and negotiate deals with local hotels that benefits everyone concerned. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 28 October 2026

Selection and Management of Wireless Microphone Systems for Outdoor Music Festivals.

Every music festival environment will have a need for amplified artist vocals and organiser announcements. They often need the freedom to operate on a stage without the hindrance of cables so wireless microphones are generally used. What are the selection criteria and operational challenges for wireless microphone systems on a music festival site. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 27 October 2026

Music Festival Backline Equipment Long Term Leasing vs Buying.

The decision for music festival entities to either buy or lease backline equipment depends on multiple factors. Key influences on these decisions can include financial standing, operational efficiency, reliability, and performance artists' requirements. What are the pros and cons of leasing backline equipment vs buying outright. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 26 October 2026

When Poor Management Decision Making on Music Festival Sites Creates Safety Risks.

All music festival sites contain multiple risks to safety and if these are not managed correctly, they can lead to serious injuries and financial loss. What are the key causes of poor management decision making that increase safety risks, how can they be recognised and what steps can organisers take to mitigate them. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 21 October 2026

Why Authorities May Close a Music Festival Before its Scheduled End.

Any large-scale music festival attracts thousands of people into a relatively small space, making any event prone to safety risks. Authorities may order an event to be shutdown prematurely if there is an unacceptable risk to public safety. What is the impact of such decisions for organisers and how can they plan for and handle these situations. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 20 October 2026

How Far are Festival-Goers Prepared to Travel to get to an Event.

There are multiple factors that drive decisions of festival-goers to attend an event or not and distance is not always the primary factor. It is vital that festival organisers understand what motivates people to travel to their event as it can determine how marketing activity is targeted and the key messages used to create interest. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 19 October 2026

Is AI a Friend or Foe for Music Festival Entities.

The development and utilisation of AI technology is currently dominating global media channels where the benefits and risks are constantly being discussed. Should AI be considered a threat to the music festival industry or are their significant benefits to be derived from its adoption? Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 14 October 2026

The Gamification of Music Festival Sustainability Initiatives.

Most music festival entities place a high priority on meeting their sustainability objectives, but not all festival-goers are fully engaged with this. Can the use of gamification turn passive messages into real action by rewarding more participation in sustainability initiatives? How can organisers use gamification to create festival-goer sustainability participation at events. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 13 October 2026

Sustainability and On-site Composting for Music Festival Sites.

There has been an increase in on-site composting recently because it can form a key part of a music festival's waste management, contributing to their sustainability objectives. What are the key considerations, challenges and benefits for festival organisers who are keen to implement on-site composting for their events. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 12 October 2026

The importance of Music Festival Site Dust Suppression.

Organisers of outdoor summer season music festivals taking place across northern Europe and North America have traditionally been more concerned about heavy rain and site flooding than dust suppression. With the increased reporting of extended periods of hot dry weather dust has become a key health and safety and operational issue that needs to be addressed. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 7 October 2026

Ticketing

Building Partnership Deals and Discounts for Music Festival Ticketing.

The growth in music festival ticketing partnerships is helping to keep ticket prices competitive and generate earlier sales. If implemented well this strategy can be a great way to generate incremental revenue, reach new customers and discover new sponsors. What are the popular ticketing deals being done and how do organisers create and implement these schemes. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 6 October 2026

Events

The Popularity of Ready-Made City Venues for Live Events.

There have always been live music event venues in cities, many have evolved from smaller concert halls, pubs, sports stadiums and public outdoor parks. Recent years have seen the appearance of more purpose-built event spaces with high capacities and ready-made integrated infrastructure. Why are these new dedicated event spaces gaining popularity? Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Monday 5 October 2026

The Monetary Value of a Music Festival Concept.

A music festival concept can be a fresh idea or the basis for a long running successful event with assets and historical data. The founders and owners of a festival may think there is value in their concept but in reality, this can depend on multiple factors. What is and what isn't a valuable music festival concept. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Wednesday 30 September 2026

Managing Disputes Between Music Festival Organising Directors and Financial Investors.

Music festival entities can be financially lucrative but also operate in a high-risk environment where they rarely hold cash to invest in future events, relying heavily on external financial help. This balance of risk and reward can be attractive to investors, but when they disagree with those running the events it can lead to disputes which need to be carefully managed. Read More ->

Andy Robertson - Tuesday 29 September 2026
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