{"id":2415,"date":"2024-06-26T09:50:22","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T07:50:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/batec-mobility.com\/en\/?p=2415"},"modified":"2024-06-26T10:04:07","modified_gmt":"2024-06-26T08:04:07","slug":"accessible-music-festivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/batec-mobility.com\/en\/accessible-music-festivals\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the best inclusive and accessible music festivals"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the onset of warmer weather, music festivals become one of the most popular choices. Yet, individuals with disabilities must carefully assess accessibility options to enjoy these events to the fullest. In recent years, organisers have significantly improved, and we\u2019re discovering more accessible music festivals that are inclusive for people with disabilities<\/strong>. + Add New Category <\/a> Crucially, they are starting to introduce measures not only for those with reduced mobility<\/strong> but also for individuals with cognitive and sensory disabilities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Audrey, user of our handbikes<\/a>, with her companion at the Hellfest Festival, an accessible festival for people with reduced mobility.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Guide to accessible music festivals<\/h2>\n

Since its inception in 2019, the Music For All Foundation<\/strong><\/a> has been dedicated to ensuring that festivals are disabled friendly festivals, involving these communities in festival organisation and design. They have also developed a comprehensive and highly recommended guide to accessible and inclusive festivals<\/strong><\/a>, which addresses any uncertainties.<\/p>\n

In this day and age, musical gatherings should aim for inclusivity, ensuring that everyone can enjoy and participate equally and autonomously.<\/p>\n

Measures to promote inclusivity in music festivals<\/h2>\n

With this in mind, adhering to the 7 principles of universal design<\/strong> and DALCO criteria<\/strong><\/a>, accessible festivals should cater to various types of disabilities.<\/p>\n

Steps to enhance physical accessibility:<\/h3>\n