Burnley Live has numerous goals. To bring more people into the town. To showcase the incredible abundance of musical talent we have. To increase exposure for venues and businesses. To stimulate the local economy.
This year’s event ticked all four boxes. And some. It didn’t happen overnight, and growing the event won’t happen by chance either. Burnley Live needs more businesses to lend support, more venues to come aboard, and even more artists to shine.
Burnley deserves a huge, flagship town centre event to rival that of others across the region. And if the views of venue owners and artists following this year’s festival are anything to go by, it’s on the right track:
9. Adam and Brooklyn Wolski-Brown (Mojito's)
'What a weekend! So much hard work goes into putting on an event like this, but when you see many people out there enjoying themselves, it really does make it all worthwhile. We’d like to say a big thank you to all the bands, the venues, Lancashire PA for the sound, all the incredible bar staff and security guys, Kev Furber and Andy Ford for the photos and videos, Laura Diffey from Burnley BID, and finally, everyone, who came out to support the event. Thank you all so much.' Photo: Andy Ford
10. Supernova
'Burnley live is weaving together the music loving people and venues of the town centre creating a new buzz and togetherness. The vibrancy and joy is addictive; it's a pleasure to be part of it. The North shall rise.' Photo: Andy Ford
11. James Gibb (Little White Horse)
'Burnley is always better when it’s busier during the afternoon and evening. We need more people coming out earlier, and events like Burnley Live really help with that.' Photo: Andy Ford
12. The Safe
'What a great event Burnley Live was this year. One word to describe it. MEGA! Such a great opportunity for local bands to get their name out, and for local businesses to grow. And a great opportunity for the public to have a great weekend, at a free event. An event by the way, that is only getting stronger year by year. See you in the tent next year!' Photo: Andy Ford