Thrilled to have won Gold in the 'Tourism Event / Festival of the Year' category for the DorsetTourismAwards 🥇 A big thank you to all the judges and sponsors and now for the South West Tourism Awards tonight! Good luck to all the nominees 👏 #SWTAwards #artfestival

Introducing the #ArtsbytheSea On Demand Series for 2023! 🎬
We kick start the series with the fascinating and exotic performance from the Ukrainian artist Kateryna Tsarkova also known as EKA. Watch EKA's full performance on our website now 👉 artsbythesea.co.uk/on-demand/

PORTAL, was both a symbol and a beacon of light and hope. 🧡

Its giant archway, adorned with moving and shifting lights, created a mesmerising and ethereal display of glowing light and patterns. A breathtaking sight that captured the essence of the festival! ✨

✨ Reliving magical moments from Arts By The Sea 2023! 🌈 Share your favourite memories and let's keep the art alive.

Dance is the joy of movement and the heart of life 👯‍♀️

🛹✨ The Pop Up Skate Park was a hive, bringing together people of all skills and ages.

Hosted by the incredible King Ramps team of professional skaters, riders, and coaches, novices learned the basics, while experienced enthusiasts mastered new tricks. 🤘🌊

✨ Reflecting on the past brilliance from Arts By The Sea 2023!

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The Media Workshop expertly brought to life the vibrant colours and intricate patterns crafted by our celebrated Artist In Residence, Annie Nicholson!

🌟 Rewind to the mesmerising performance of 'Black Victorians' at Arts By The Sea! 🎭✨

This powerful portrayal, once hidden, now came to light, resonating with contemporary challenges. Did you witness this captivating piece of history?

Light Hearted 💘 The enchanting LED heart, illuminating when two people touched hands, created an irresistibly heartwarming moment at Arts By The Sea. 💖✨ Did you experience this magical connection? Share your moments with us! 💑 📸

Looking back at our incredible flash mob! 🎉 Who was here to witness the magic and join in the fun with pavilion dance south west!

Share your memories and photos with us! 🕺✨ #ArtsByTheSea #FlashMobFun

Did you dance the night away at the Hush Club? 🪩🎶

Dorset Scrapstore, brought joy to everyone through art and crafting! 🎨🧡

This local charity is on a mission to turn waste into a valuable community resource for crafting and creativity!

Their charity shop in Poole offers affordable recycled craft-making materials. 🌟

King Ramps, a beloved part of the festival, returned to pack the weekend with all things Streetstyle. 🛹

Pro-Skaters and BMXers showcased their incredible skills, performing huge tricks, landing outrageous stunts, and soaring to new heights. 🚲

Our Arts By The Sea heart only lit up when two people touched hands, creating an irresistibly heartwarming moment. ❤️

What moments will you keep with you from this year's festival? 💡

'Black Victorians,' highlighted and celebrated the diverse black presences in 19th and early 20th Century Britain.

The dancers brought to life the complex, but often forgotten generation in this powerful and contemporary dance piece. 🕺💃

Did you see the show? ✨

PURE MAGIC ✨

At the mobile TOAST Kitchen, the Guild of Toasters took us on a journey with their lively dancing, live music, and delightful food sharing. 🧡🎺

We need your help to bring the festival back in 2024 👉 illuminate-data.org.uk/survey/btlwhf

✨ Keeping the Magic Alive! 💫

The festival has been a remarkable experience, uniting us in moments of joy and creativity.

Help us bring back the enchantment next year by filling in our survey. 💜📋

👉 illuminate-data.org.uk/survey/btlwhf

Orchestra of Object's uniquely invented musical instruments all inspired by a wasteland of unwanted industrial objects. 🎺

Putting smiles on faces and melodies in minds 🪕

Don't forget to share your thoughts in our survey so we can return in 2024 🧡

illuminate-data.org.uk/survey/btlwhf

One of the true magic moments of this year's festival was how it brought people together. 👭

It's this coming together, sharing experiences, and creating memories that make Arts By The Sea an extraordinary event. 💜

Bring us back in 2024 👉 illuminate-data.org.uk/survey/btlwhf

Big Gay Disco Bike was precisely what it sounded like: an absolute blast, a pop-up, big gay disco - performed on a bike. 🪩

Pure joy was brought to the streets at Arts by the Sea. Don't forget to share your thoughts in our survey! 💃🚴‍♂️🕺

illuminate-data.org.uk/survey/btlwhf