Artist Call-Out: Beverley Puppet Festival 2026 ✨
Applications now open · Festival dates: 17–19 July 2026 · Deadline: 30 September 2025
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from our friends at Beverley Puppet Festival 🎭
They are currently working on the 12th edition of the festival, which they hope to present (funding dependent) from Friday 17 – Sunday 19 July 2026.
The Beverley Puppet Festival is a much-loved celebration of puppetry in all its forms — and this is your chance to be part of it!
📌 Artist Opportunity
The festival is now open for artist applications.
👉 Deadline: 30 September 2025
👉 Apply here: Artist Application Form
👉 More info: beverleypuppetfestival.com/artist-opportunities
As with every edition, programming is run through an open call, ensuring a wide range of voices, styles, and approaches are represented.
They particularly welcome applications from artists who feel under-represented in the puppetry and wider creative industries.
Why Apply?
Beverley Puppet Festival has long been recognised for its inclusive, diverse, and inspiring programme. Past festival artists have said:
“This was our first experience of Beverley Puppet Festival and we had an incredible time. The event more than lived up to our expectations, and we would love to come back in the future.” – 2018 Festival Artist
“It was great to be part of such an inspiring event, to see wonderful work, and to meet and connect with other practitioners.” – 2016 Festival Artist
“10 out of 10. We have only positive things to say about the experience.” – 2016 Festival Artists
Take a look at the 2024 festival here
Get Involved
If you’re an artist interested in performing, sharing, or creating work for Beverley Puppet Festival 2026 — don’t miss this chance!
👉 Apply by 30 September 2025
👉 Submit your application here
And if you’d like to keep up with future opportunities, make sure you join their mailing list or follow @BeverleyPuppetFestival on social media.