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:
17. Gordy Moore (Batfest @ Electric Circus)
'Team Batfest truly delivered an amazing event. Championing local and not so local original bands. It was an eclectic mix of truly alternative music, while offering a welcoming safe space for all that attended. The Electric Circus truly rocked.' Photo: Andy Ford
18. Steve Gidley (Andromeda)
'I thought Burnley Live was unreal to be honest, such a great event. Just what Burnley needs. Well done to all involved.' Photo: Andy Ford
19. Beth Gardner (The Swan)
'Burnley Live was a fantastic event for the town centre as it brought different customers of all ages and cultures together to celebrate different kinds of music. I can't wait to be a part of it next year.' Photo: Andy Ford