The highly anticipated Out There Festival 2025 is set to return to Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, from May 28th to May 31st 2025, promising an extraordinary weekend of outdoor arts, circus and cultural celebration.
Now in its 17th year, the popular festival continues to bring together world-class talent, making it one of the most thrilling arts events in the UK.
Out There Festival 2025 is set to be the UK’s biggest-ever Outdoor Arts Festival, boasting an incredible lineup of 60+ artists, 18 world premieres and 17 international performances.
This year’s festival will showcase an unparalleled range of creativity, innovation, and entertainment, offering a truly unique experience for audiences of all ages.
Festival Highlights:
Beach of Dreams Village – A national community project led by Kinetika and supported by Historic England, this immersive experience will take visitors on a guided journey through Great Yarmouth’s rich heritage. Beginning at the Ice House and culminating in a stunning display of 800 flags on the beach, the project weaves together local stories, memories, and landmarks, bringing history to life.
The Ice House Grand Opening – Marking a historic moment, The Ice House will officially launch as a new cultural venue on May 28th, 2025. As part of the celebrations, two exclusive ticketed performances will take place on Friday, May 30th, and Saturday, May 31st, 2025.
Outdoor Performances – A return to the newly renovated Great Yarmouth Market Place, providing a stunning backdrop for some of the most exciting performances of the festival.
“Great Yarmouth is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend”
Mr Joe Mackintosh, Artistic Director of Out There Festival said: “This year, we are delighted to bring the biggest Out There Festival to date. Not only will we showcase an incredible lineup of talent, but we will also celebrate the grand opening of The Ice House, a historic landmark transformed into a vibrant cultural venue. This marks a significant milestone, reflecting our commitment to both heritage preservation and contemporary artistic expression.”
Mr Marcin Rodwell Communications and Audience Development Manager from Out There Arts said: “Great Yarmouth is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend at Out There Festival 2025, where the streets of the seaside town and Ice House will come alive with magic and world-class entertainment.”
As the biggest free festival in the region, Out There Festival has consistently delivered an unrivalled circus and arts experience, attracting thousands of visitors each year. With its bold programming and unique performances, the festival guarantees that audiences will witness one-of-a-kind spectacles that cannot be seen anywhere else in the UK.
