Are you an artist, performer or maker developing a project inspired by the River Thames or its tidal tributaries? Do you want extra support to take part in Totally Thames Festival 2026?
Totally Thames Festival is an annual season of unique, diverse and accessible arts and culture throughout the month of September. We collaborate with artists, communities and river interest organisations to explore the river’s past, to celebrate its present and to protect its future. Apply to our Seed Funder and receive up to £1000 budget, marketing, and development support.
We are open to ideas across all artforms including music, theatre, dance, visual art, environmental artwork and installation.
What We Offer
- Seed Money
up to £1,000 for project development - Marketing Package (worth £2,000)
inclusion in Totally Thames’ PR campaign and a bespoke video content package - Development Support
mentoring meetings with the festival team - Networking Opportunities
connect with artists and industry professional
Artists must
- Have a fully formed Thames, waterway, or sustainability-themed project.
- Experience on at least one previous artistic project.
- Available to present their work in London, on or near the Thames, between 1–30 September 2026.
- Need a location? This is an opportunity to present work in unique riverside locations. We have previously worked with venues such as Theatreship, Brunel Museum and Crossness Pumping Station.
- We are particularly keen to support projects exploring sustainability.
Got an idea you want to chat through? We will be holding online one to one catch ups, contact Annabel, A.Taylor-Munt@thamesfestival.org to book your place.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit https://thamesfestivaltrust.org/artistic-programme/seed-funders/apply-seed-funder-programme/
- Apply by: 11.59pm Wednesday 17 December 2025.
- Interviews will take place week commencing 12 January 2026.