SPARKFEST 2026
APPLICATIONS
APPLICATIONS FOR SPARKFEST 2026
Applications officially open on Monday 3 November 2025. More information on important dates, venues, and participation details will be announced that day, so stay tuned!
If you're interested in joining us for our Welcome Talk, and being amongst the first to receive the application form, share your expresson of interest below...
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: SPARKFEST 2026
SparkFest returns to Bath in May 2026, celebrating bold, original performances from the Bath Spa University creative community.
If you’re thinking about presenting work at next year’s festival, this is your first step.
By submitting an Expression of Interest, you’ll:
Register for our online Welcome Talk on Monday 3 November at 6pm, where we’ll talk through the SparkFest vision, the application process, and what we’re looking for this year.
Be among the first to receive the application link when submissions open.
Get early updates and reminders about key deadlines and support sessions.
If you’re ready to express your interest and join the Welcome Talk, please complete the short form below.
NEXT STEPS
If you have filled out the Expression of Interest form, we will soon be in touch with more details on how to join us for the Welcome Talk at 6pm on 3rd November, and with details on how to apply.
We will be sharing details on the application process, what to expect in SparkFest 2026, and the venues we're working with as part of the application launch day, on 3rd November.
For regular updates, follow us on socials, which can be found below.
