Go See Fund
Amount
Variable
Overview
Support to enable promoter members to see new work across Scotland.
Key dates
Initial deadline: Friday 15 May 2026
About the Go See Fund
The Go See fund enables promoter members to travel and see new work from all genres – helping to bring fresh ideas and programming inspiration to your own communities
In 2026/27 we have £4000 available for promoter members to attend key festivals and events across Scotland.
Who can apply?
This fund is for Touring Network members who are promoters, venues, village halls or programmers based in our region: Highland, Argyll & Bute, Moray, Orkney, Shetland, Western Isles, Clyde Isles and Perthshire.
We strongly encourage members to apply for the Go See fund whether or not you have programming experience.
Which festivals and shows can I apply to attend?
Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival
Running since 1979, the D&G Arts Festival will take place 21 May-14 June. Shows include Sand, Silt, Flint by Fiona Soe Paing and The Bush by Alice Mary Cooper. See the full line-up.
RISE 2026 – Dance North Festival
Dance North’s annual festival of contemporary dance and performance will return on Sat 23 May-Sat 6 June with a curated programme of performances, workshops, talks and activities focused on Global Indigenous Artists. Line up to be announced.
Edinburgh International Children’s Festival
Two tickets are available for Touring Network members to attend the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival as part of the event delegate programme on 3 June 2026. The programme for the day incudes the following shows and events:
- Cringe (10.00-11.00)
- Boys Don’t Dance (13.00-14.00)
- Festival networking event (15.00-17.00)
- Toto Kerblammo! (19.00-20.10)
- Option of networking dinner (19.30-22.00)
The approximate cost of this experience would be £47.50 without dinner or £72.50 with dinner.
Delegate registration also includes: A full delegate list, the Festival delegate manual, and access to recordings of all delegates-only events (within 24 hrs for 1 month). If you wish to attend on any other days you would have free access to delegate-only events such as artists’ sharings and talks, networking opportunities, and social events on those days as well.
If you can’t make this date, you’re welcome to apply to attend Edinburgh International Children’s Festival on other dates.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
We are working with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society, who are offering supported onboarding for members to engage with the Edinburgh Fringe, and specifically the Made in Scotland 2026 programme, taking place between 17-21 August. This support includes accreditation to access their Arts Industry services, and invitations to the Made in Scotland programme launch (May), pitching event and reception during August.
Made in Scotland is a curated showcase that promotes high-quality music, theatre and dance from Scotland-based artists.
This year’s programme was selected by an international panel of independent experts, and spans topics from defying societal expectations to inspiring collective change, coming-of-age stories to mortality, Scottish tradition and identity to international voices. See the full 2026 line-up.
If you can’t make these dates, you’re welcome to apply to attend the Edinburgh Fringe on other dates.
Under Canvas at Eden Court
The Under Canvas festival runs from July-August and features a host of local and national talent. Details yet to be announced. The Touring Network will also be hosting our Summer Social at Under Canvas (date TBC).
Findhorn Bay Festival
The 6th Findhorn Bay Festival will run from 24 September – 4 October. The line-up has yet to be announced. If you’re applying for this opportunity, please note that The Touring Network’s AGM will take place in Findhorn on 30 September so please add this to your festival calendar!
Celtic Connections
Taking place 14-31 January 2027, Celtic Connections is Glasgow’s annual folk, roots and world music festival, celebrating Celtic music and its connections to cultures across the globe. Showcase Scotland – the industry event aiming to secure international and national bookings for artists – will also take place during Celtic Connections.
Manipulate
Taking place February 2027, Manipulate is a celebration of excellence in visual theatre, puppetry and animated film. The festival features a thrilling mix of acclaimed international performances and bold new Scottish creations, alongside an expanded animated film programme.
Go See Peer Promoter Shows
Apply to the Go See fund to enable you to travel and see shows taking place across The Touring Network’s member venues. A chance to connect more deeply with other members, and to experience their venues first-hand.
Other shows
If there’s a festival or show not listed you would like to attend, you’re welcome to apply – just give us the details in your application.
Applications Process
If you’re interested in a Go See opportunity taking place before 1 September
Email [email protected] with the following information by 5pm on 15 May 2026:
- Tell us which Go See(s) you want to attend.
- Tell us why you/your venue would benefit from your Go See.
- Include an estimate of the amount of funding required to cover your costs. Funding will cover your accommodation, travel and show tickets.
If you’re interested in a Go See opportunity taking place from 1 September onwards
We’ll reserve some funds and will issue a further call to apply in a few months. However, if you wish, you’re welcome to express interest now for any of the opportunities.
If there’s more interest than funds allow our selection will be based on need, and ensuring a diversity of experience within the successful applicants.
Reporting requirements
If you receive Go See funding, we will invite you to share your experiences and findings with other members at one of our friendly and informal online Promoters’ Programme Pitch-ins.