Compass Festival is accepting applications for artist projects for the eighth edition of their biennial festival, happening in November 2026 in Leeds!
Compass Festival invites audiences to discover unexpected experiences in familiar places, bringing art to the everyday. In it’s 14-year history, the festival has taken place all over the city: in markets, on menus, on the water and in the street.
They’re looking for original projects which focus on or creatively engage with ideas around People, Place & Participation.
Each project is expected to be provided with £5-10k in financial support. Alternatively, financial support provided by Compass can be used as leverage for further match funding. The whole Compass 2026 programme is still subject to funding and Compass will discuss and explain the timeline for confirmation of funding with selected artists at the outset.
Applicants must be aged 18+.
Please apply by filling out the Google Form in the weblink by 10am on Monday 30th June 2025.