Welcome to the family area
Nibley Music Festival is a family friendly event and following the success of the Family Area last year we have packed in even more activities for all ages. The Family Area is open during the afternoon until about 6pm. Most of the activities are free, including
- Big craft tent for all ages
- Bouncy castle
- Under fives play area
- Circus area with juggling balls, hoola hoops, diablos, etc. to practise with
In addition the Family Area will have its own stage area with free workshops and entertainment running all afternoon.
- Poi workshops from Combust
- Arabic dance workshops
- Arabic drumming workshops
- Story teller
- Music with Mummies workshops
- North Nibley school choir and musicians
Discover the art of Poi
Poi is a form of juggling where balls on strings are swung around the body. It originates from the Maori people of New Zealand who used it to increase strength, flexibility and coordination. Poi experts Combust will be running free Poi workshops throughout the afternoon in the Family Area so why not come along and have a go. A spectacular visual display.
Dance and percussion workshops
Arabiah will be running workshops for older children and adults to have a go at belly dancing or drumming. Explore the music of the Middle East, North Africa, Spain, Turkey, Europe and the British Isles and see how these styles can be interpreted to form danceable and interesting pieces. Look out for their performance on the acoustic stage later in the evening.
Stories with Sarah
Find yourself a space on the rug with our storyteller.
- Will Preston Pig escape from the Big Bad Wolf?
- Can we find the plum pie before Jack and Jill eat it?
- Will the cops catch the robbers?
- Who’s that in Burglar Bill’s house?
- What’s in that box from the zoo?
- Where will the skeletons go tonight?
- Have you got your big pants on?
Story sessions aimed at under 5s. There's room on the broom for everyone.
Hi-tech music from PROPS
PROPS (Providing Opportunities and Support for those with special needs) have been supporting students with severe learning difficulties in the South West for a considerable amount of time through sporting and creative initiatives. In partnership with Hello Interactive, they are currently developing a number of performance based projects using technology such as sound beam. Don't miss them, early afternoon in the Family Area.
And much more
Face painting, decorating biscuits, paint-a-pot, games, penalty shootout, skittles, etc. etc.
Tickets still available 
