A big, public invitation to Northfleet’s creative festival.
3rd October 2026
3RD OCTOBER 2026
Open Calls
CROSSCURRENTS
Artist + Illustrators OPEN CALLÂ
We're inviting artists and illustrators from across Gravesham to help create a unique multimedia installation exploring the stories, people and places that shape our community. If you have an idea you'd like to bring to life through animation, we'd love to hear from you.
OPEN STUDIOS
ON Workshops - OPEN CALL
We're inviting artists, makers and creatives from across the local area to deliver engaging workshops as part of the Open Northfleet Festival at Clubb's Yard Studios. Whether you work in painting, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, illustration or another creative discipline, we'd love to hear your ideas for hands-on activities that inspire people of all ages to get involved.
OPEN STUDIOS
ON Projects - OPEN CALL
We're inviting artists and creatives to propose ambitious projects that bring art into unexpected places. From shop windows and cafés to street furniture and overlooked public spaces. Celebrate creativity, engage the community and help transform everyday places into cultural destinations.
OPEN STUDIOS
Art Yard Sale - OPEN CALL
Open Northfleet invites artists, makers and creatives to take part in our Art Yard Sale. Sell original artworks, prints, editions, books, studio experiments and creative treasures directly to the public. Free to enter and free to exhibit.
ON ST GEORGES GALLERY EXHIBITION – OPEN CALL
We invite artists to showcase their work at the St Georges Gallery during the festival. This is a unique opportunity to exhibit in a historic setting and connect with a diverse audience of art lovers and professionals.
VOLUNTEERS
Open call for volunteers to help with running the festival on the day. Paid at minimum wage hourly rate of £13.00. Be part of a fantastic day and experience, and what makes a community great.
COMMUNITY PLAY – OPEN CALL
Join us in creating a brand-new community play inspired by the people and stories of Northfleet. Through creative workshops, making sessions and collaborative storytelling, you'll help shape the production from the very beginning; on stage, behind the scenes or anywhere your creativity takes you.
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Free Family Arts Workshops
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5th August
12th August
19th August
26th August
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2pm - 5pm, The Hive
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Join for relaxed, free arts sessions suitable for all family ages!