In the current economic climate of rising prices and high interest rates operating a music festival profitably will likely be a challenge in 2023. What measures can organisers look at with a view to reducing their operating costs without impacting on the quality of the event delivery and experience.

Installing a reliable electricity supply for a music festival on a remote site can be challenging and expensive. What considerations are there for organisers when planning their temporary power supply installation to ensure that the event runs smoothly and safely in a sustainable manner.

Most music festival entities publish sustainability policies, but these can be worthless if everyone working for the event is not committed to fulfilling these policies. What steps can festival organisers take to ensure that their staff, volunteers and suppliers show a demonstrable commitment to any stated sustainability policies.

The wide variety of food and beverage options often found at music festivals is usually the result of organisers trying to offer options that fit well with the event's overall ethos. What can festival-goers expect to see from food vendors this year that will provide alternatives to the usual fast-food offerings.

There is an unwritten code of behaviour for festival-goers which is well understood by regular ticket buyers. This code of etiquette is mostly common sense but for new festival-goers and those who have not been to an event in a number of years there are some trending changes for 2023.

Outside the United States Americana themed festivals continue to grow in popularity despite remaining relatively niche events. What is the attraction and appeal of these festivals that makes them endure and prosper in the face of increased competition from mainstream festivals.

Having a forum for music festival fans is a great way increase engagement with existing and potential ticket buyers. Creating an official festival forum can help control the narrative, topics and discussions about the event. What are the benefits of a festival’s own forum and how can organisers get started.  

The large fees paid to a headline act appearing at a large well-known music festival can sometimes attract media attention. Are their fees increasing and widening the gap between these lucky few artists and emerging talent? What's causing this disparity and are there any solutions.

The introduction of low emission zones (LEZ’s) in many European cities in recent years could have numerous implications for event organisers who choose to use city venues. Where are these LEZ’s and what should festival and event organisers know to minimise the financial impact of these changes.

Good coverage in relevant media can boost awareness and interest in a music festival ultimately leading to higher demand for attendance and ticket sales. Festival organisers manage their PR in various ways depending on the resources available. How can a smaller up and coming music festival maximise their coverage with limited resources.

Some popular music festivals enjoy the benefit of quickly selling out as soon as tickets go on sale. Unfortunately, this only applies to the large most well-known festivals and many smaller events can struggle to sell their tickets. Running a prize draw competition can boost interest in an event and generate increased ticket sales.

An often-overlooked aspect of organising any music festival is the allocation of meal tickets for crew and artists. A hungry and disappointed artist may not perform well so organisers should ensure they have robust plans in place for catering arrangements and the allocation of meal tickets well in advance of the live event dates.

Booking and scheduling the backline equipment that is used at every music festival is an essential part of the event logistics planning. What are the trends organisers should be considering this year when making decisions about the suppliers and specifications of their backline equipment for future events. 

Most open-air music festivals take place in countryside locations and farmland where the impact on local wildlife can be significant. What measures can music festival organisers take to manage and minimise the impact of their event on the local wildlife and environment to maintain biodiversity.

There has been much comment in the media recently about the large rises in the costs of music festival tickets. Despite the seemingly high prices for attending a 3-day music festival in 2023 they probably still represent excellent value for money when compared to the cost of attending a one-off concert. 

Music festival sites can look messy and unkempt after several days and this does not convey a positive image to festival-goers. With some festivals receiving thousands of visitors keeping the site looking fresh and clean can be a challenge and is a common criticism by visitors who often complain of piles of rubbish and safety hazards.

The events sector is a thriving industry that is making a good come back after the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. This opens up plenty of opportunities for those working in the industry and is particularly suited to those who prefer working on a temporary contract basis. What is it like working as a temporary contractor in the events industry.

Many hotels and resorts are blessed with generous grounds, and they can make the perfect location for a music festival. In the current tough economic climate, it makes sense for hotel owners to utilise the space they have to generate much needed income. How can these venue owners create unique events that attract a ticket buying audience. 

One of the biggest challenges this year for music festival organisers are the rising costs for everything associated with putting on their event. Despite good financial planning some costs continue to increase. Organisers could consider using their tickets as an asset currency to help reduce expenditure.