What happens at Queer Spirit Festival?

From Thursday, August 15th to Monday afternoon, August 19th, hundreds of friendly, colourful, spiritual queer beings will gather to play, explore, and celebrate at Queer Spirit Festival in Devon.
Our rainbow tribe will affirm our natural magic, healing gifts, and creativity in the stunning surroundings of Bridwell Park, home to ancient oak trees, a beautiful lake, and free-roaming deer.
We are excited to return to Bridwell Park, also home to Lord Ivar Mountbatten and his husband James Coyle.

Festival Opening Ceremony

The festival kicks off with the Opening Ceremony on Thursday evening, setting the scene and calling the spirits. Immediately after, enjoy performances, DJs, and fire circles.

Workshops and Activities at the Festival

From Friday morning to Sunday evening, choose from a variety of workshops in the Workshop Dome, Campaigns Space, Healing Area, Sacred Sexuality Temple, and outdoor spaces. Workshops include:
Sound Baths

• Yoga
• Meditation
• Qi Gong
• Ecstatic Dance
• Drumming
• Nature Rituals

Explore the full listings at Workshops & Events at Queer Spirit Festival.

Music and Performances

Every evening and throughout the day, music and song will fill the air. Enjoy Open Mic sessions in the Village Hall at lunchtime and Acoustic Teatimes in the delightful Orangery Cafe.
The Village Hall will host:

• Folk, Femmes, and Thems on Friday evening
• Spoken Word on Saturday night

In the Big Top, experience:

• Cabaret Night on Friday
• Bands Night on Saturday
• Drag Night on Sunday

In the Dance Space, DJs spin sets every evening from 8 PM, with some live performances

Queer Spirit Full Moon Ceremony

On Sunday afternoon, join us for the Full Moon Ceremony. Dress in your best ritual drag and experience drumming, shamanic journeying, and elemental magic.

Community and Connection

The first four Queer Spirit Festivals have birthed many new friendships, creative projects, and a strong sense of community. This year, we expect even more. Spend four nights in the company of big-hearted, open-minded, spiritually alive queers in the beautiful nature and spirits of Devon.

Come join us!