Encounter Festival 2024

Encounter Festival is an authentic voice for Lancashire and the North West, celebrating the breadth of the County's diverse cultural offer with high quality and high profile arts.

Taking place every other year at the end of September, Encounter Festival sees the city of Preston buzzing with life and alight with creativity.

The past Encounters have seen an array of spectacular performances, inspiring arts and impressive music, bringing spectators to their feet.

The Encounter Festival not only brings together the city of Preston, it also brings together the Lancashire County and those further afield. The bustling streets and opportunities to get involved create a memorable and vibrant weekend, with local artists and performers sharing their talent with the crowds.

Whatever the summer festival brings, you'll be sure to have an unforgettable Encounter.

View the Encounter Festival 2024 line up here.

Find out more about the Encounter Festival here.