Arts and cultural festivals are more than events, they are platforms for connection, dialogue, and change. Through long-standing partnerships with arts organisations and festival leaders across the Middle East and North Africa, the British Council supports festivals that celebrate creativity, nurture new talent, and engage communities in meaningful ways.
Across MENA an the UK, our work helps festivals grow sustainably, expand access to the arts, and spark cultural exchange. Together, we are shaping spaces where artists thrive, audiences grow, and the arts continue to inspire positive social impact.