En Masse is more than just a festival: it’s a space for learning, creativity, and connection. Thanks to funding from Arts Council England, we’ve expanded our Community & Arts Programme to bring you a series of free workshops, talks, and masterclasses designed to break down barriers to music and the arts.

Hosted by some much loved Bristol artists, as well as a few from further afield. We hope to provide an opportunity for creatives to hone their skills, so whether novice or experienced, there’s something for everyone.

Taking place before our club events, this programme is built on participation, information-sharing, and accessibility, ensuring that more people across Bristol can engage with the city’s thriving creative scene. By making these events free and accessible, we’re committed to fostering a festival that truly belongs to the wider Bristol community.

Continuing in the direction of its previous two editions, 2025’s Community & Arts programme will create access to creative opportunities for Bristol’s under-served communities by empowering individuals to pursue creative careers.

Sign-ups are open to all, but we’ll be prioritising organisations and education providers that work directly with young aspiring creatives. If you’re connected to an organisation, community group or student body that might be interested in attending - please reach out to us at [email protected]