Barnaby is back, with its first in-person parade since 2018.
Once again it will take to the streets of Macclesfield providing a platform for artists, champion creative engagement and strengthen ties within the community.
The festival theme: In a New Light, calls for fresh perspectives, new thinking and open exploration of what Barnaby and creativity in Macclesfield can achieve.
This year’s festival will feature the iconic Barnaby Parade on 17 June, in collaboration with Macclesfield Community ArtSpace, and supported by Macclesfield Town Council.
Setting the stage for the festival weekend is the Art Trail. Transforming the streets of the town into a community exhibition, shining “a new light” on the art talent within Macclesfield. See shop fronts, shared spaces, and local hubs become gallery spaces. From photography to poetry, pottery to portraits, the Barnaby festival weekend will be bursting with creative submissions of all levels, including entries from pre-festival workshops with Macclesfield Silk Museum.
With a mind to explore future avenues for Barnaby’s presence within the town, the festival will play host to The Listening Tent, in St Michael’s Churchyard. A space to share Barnaby memories, give feedback and suggestions, and act as a festival hub for information and to meet the current Barnaby team.
Barnaby Volunteer Opportunities.
We are looking for volunteers to support with the festival build up and across the festival weekend. Whether you have a couple of hours to spare or a full day, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for volunteer support with:
Creative workshops
Barnaby Parade (set up & on the day)
Barnaby Arts Trail (set up & on the day)
Barnaby Listening Tent
Marketing
Evaluation
Who can apply?
If you’re 18 years and over have a passion for Macclesfield, cultural events and want to gain first-hand experience of working at a festival we want to hear from you!
No experience is necessary but an interest in supporting local community events, enthusiasm and a positive attitude is a must!
As a Barnaby Volunteer you will:
Help make a local community festival happen.
Learn new skills and gain lots of hands-on experience to enhance your CV.
Meet new people and build networks.
Have an adventure!
Get an invite to the Barnaby Festival Thankyou event.
How do I get involved?
To find out more about Volunteer Programme 2023! Why not come along to our volunteer information session at Artspace on Thursday 18th May 2023 from 4pm – 7pm.
Once we have received your application one of the Barnaby Team will be in touch to discuss volunteer opportunities and availability. If you have any questions or can’t make the volunteer information session, please contact parade@barnabyfestival.org.uk.
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