DAF began in 2009 with over 80 events and 40 venues across Didsbury, and in 2010 it grew to over 100 events. Audiences of more than 10,000 enjoyed 8 days of events. DAF is a community festival managed by volunteers and with participation from artists, businesses, community groups and many more who want to see more arts in Didsbury. It is a week long festival, held at the end of September.
Any artist can submit a proposal to be part of DAF, with local artists strongly encouraged to participate. There is a varied programme and a wide range of events represneting all arts genre. Every year the organizers hope to have something for everyone to enjoy, with most events being free. We also encourage new and innovative ideas for events, and would like to hear from those who wish to organize events but who may need support from venues or the team.
DAF relies on the support of the community and on sponsorship and public funding. There are fundraising activities too and anyone who wishes to help out with fundraising is very welcome and should contact the DAF Committee (see Contacts Us). We also welcome advertisers for the DAF programme and last but not least, individual Patrons who are willing to provide financial support.
The 2009, 2010 and 2011 DAF festivals would not have been such successes without the support and energy of many people including local artists, venues and local sponsors, the festival volunteers and last but not least, the Committee and numerous event organisers. Many thanks to our Patrons and to Awards For All & Manchester City Council who provided grant funding.
Didsbury Arts Festival
DAF began in 2009 with over 80 events and 40 venues across Didsbury, and in 2010 it grew to over 100 events. Audiences of more than 10,000 enjoyed 8 days of events. DAF is a community festival managed by volunteers and with participation from artists, businesses, community groups and many more who want to see more arts in Didsbury. It is a week long festival, held at the end of September.
Any artist can submit a proposal to be part of DAF, with local artists strongly encouraged to participate. There is a varied programme and a wide range of events represneting all arts genre. Every year the organizers hope to have something for everyone to enjoy, with most events being free. We also encourage new and innovative ideas for events, and would like to hear from those who wish to organize events but who may need support from venues or the team.
DAF relies on the support of the community and on sponsorship and public funding. There are fundraising activities too and anyone who wishes to help out with fundraising is very welcome and should contact the DAF Committee (see Contacts Us). We also welcome advertisers for the DAF programme and last but not least, individual Patrons who are willing to provide financial support.
The 2009, 2010 and 2011 DAF festivals would not have been such successes without the support and energy of many people including local artists, venues and local sponsors, the festival volunteers and last but not least, the Committee and numerous event organisers. Many thanks to our Patrons and to Awards For All & Manchester City Council who provided grant funding.