Applications are now open for proposals to run groups and projects as part of the 2025 Beltane Fire Festival!

If you want to organise a group or a project for Beltane, read the documents linked below, fill in the relevant form and return it to goapplications@beltane.org before the end of Wednesday January 29th

• GO Agreement
• BFS Code of Conduct
• Group Organiser application guidance
• Group Organiser application form
• Project guidance/application form

Why Become a Group Organiser?

As a Group Organiser (GO), you will play a central role in co-creating the Beltane story for 2025. Whether you’re passionate about performance or production, your contributions will be vital to the festival’s success. You’ll have the freedom to develop your own group, whether it’s a dazzling performance group or a crucial production group like Stewards or Tech.

Here’s your chance to bring your unique ideas to life, collaborate with the wider community, and be part of a thrilling creative process. Beltane thrives on fresh ideas and new faces—so whether you’re a seasoned Beltane veteran or completely new to the festival, this is your opportunity to jump in. As a GO, you have control over your own story and how it plays into the rest of the festival; you make the festival what it is, and contribute to shaping its story and its execution.

What We’re Looking For

• Performance Groups: Drummers, dancers, fire spinners, mythical creatures, and more! Do you have an idea for a group that fits the Beltane theme? Now’s the time to submit your proposal. All you need is a plan, co-organisers, and a story that weaves into the larger Beltane narrative. If you have any questions on how your story might fit into the overall festival, feel free to contact Blues: blues@beltane.org
• Production Groups: We’re especially seeking applications for production groups – Stewards, Tech, Torchbearers, Photopoint  – who ensure the festival runs smoothly and safely. These roles are absolutely essential for the festival, and the more hands, the better! With support from the Front of House Coordinator and Production & Site Coordinator, you’ll have all the guidance you need to lead your group successfully.
• Projects: Our community is bursting with creativity and imagination. If you have an idea that you would like to make a reality but doesn’t fit with a group structure, or require recruitment of additional volunteers, please read the Project Proposal Guidance and submit a proposal before the deadline. Any questions, you’re welcome drop us a line to goapplications@beltane.org 

How to Apply

Ready to dive in? Start by reading the application guidance linked above, then download or make a copy of the  GO application form (or project form) fill it in and submit it to goapplications@beltane.org by 23:59 on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. The GO Selection Panel comprises members of the Board and Blues and will be meeting early in February to assess the applications, and we hope to inform all applicants of our decision soon after that.

Shape Beltane 2025 With Us!

As a GO, you have the power to shape the festival’s story, design your group’s journey, and inspire a magical experience for all who attend. It’s a creative, collaborative, and exciting process that brings the community together in celebration of summer’s arrival.

Whether you’re an organiser of fiery performances or a dedicated production leader, Beltane needs YOU to help make the 2025 festival unforgettable. Let’s create something amazing together.

We can’t wait to see your ideas and co-create this year’s Beltane Fire Festival with you!

Let’s set the night on fire!

Much love,
BFS Board & Blues