FREEDOM FEST 4 FALASTEEN

The goal: to platform local Reading creators who are pro-Palestine. To bring the local community of people who want a Free Palestine together.

Whilst organised by Reading Queers 4 Palestine, all are welcome, especially if they hold a place for Palestine in their hearts. After covering venue fees, the ticket sales will be split between paying performers and donating to Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), Palestine Action and antifascist causes.

During the day, there will be a variety of performances to enjoy in our Arty room (poetry and spoken word, storytelling, local authors, artists, acoustic/lo-fi acts etc) and our Party room (live music, burlesque, drag, comedy). There will also be market stalls featuring local creators and handmade items (no 3D printing/Amazon/Shein/Temu/AI created products allowed). We will also have a letter writing station so you can hand-write a letter to activists currently imprisoned such as the Filton 8. No one will be turned away for lack of funds, and this event is community-organised by volunteers.

Goths Against Facism are kindly hosting the festival after-party with a club night featuring your favourite goth bangers. All ticket sales to this will go directly to fund antifascist action, to making real change in our community and supporting the most vulnerable.

Any questions? Please email readingqueersforpalestine@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram.

Applications open for performers and volunteers! No girlbossing, no gaslighting and never any gatekeeping.

For performers click here

For volunteers click here

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Trans women and men, use whatever toilets you want - and if you encounter any trouble, the bar staff are super friendly and will sort it out for you.

We will have zero-tolerance for abuse, harassment, prejudice or discrimination. This is a space welcoming of peaceful protest and collaboration. 14+ allowed but please be advised, some of the performances in the evening may be unsuitable for young audiences and parental discretion is advised.