UK Festival Awards Shortlists Announced

Photo: Bestival

With just less than three weeks to go until the flagship festival awards set sail, the shortlists have been revealed for this year's ceremony, with each of the categories' winners decided by a panel of industry judges.

Now in its 13th year, the UK Festival Awards has continually recognised the hard work, vision and creativity behind the country's best events. Celebrating everything from the best food stalls to best lavatories, the yearly awards night and conference provides highly esteemed recognition for all the ingredients that make UK festivals among the best in the world.

Photo: Huey Morgan and Ed Norris at last year's awards

Besides the usual categories - Best Major, Medium Sized and Small Festivals for example, this year also features gongs for Best Festival for Emerging Talent, Best Non-Music Festival, Agency of the Year, Promoter of the Year, Concession of the Year, Best Hospitality, The Extra Festival Activity Award, The Brand Activation Award, Best Toilets and Best Use of New Technology. Head here to check out the shortlists and for a full rundown on the UK Festival Awards.

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