Get Involved
The arts scene is thriving. Music of every type, visual arts groups, classes, exhibitions, theatre and performance arts. Here are some ideas which may inspire you to get involved.
Arts Grants & Channel Island Touring Support Fund
The photograph above is by Martin Sarre (www.poshpix.net)
Guernsey Arts and its funding committee distribute grants to support local arts in all its forms, from small community projects to major festival events. If you have an idea of something that you would like to discuss funding support for, get in touch. Call Russ Fossey on 01481 220711 or download the documentation. Guernsey Arts Grant Application Form and Guidance Notes
The Channel Island Touring Support Fund launched in 2023 is an initiative of Guernsey Arts and ArtHouse Jersey funded by States of Jersey and Guernsey Arts to better enable artists from the Channel Islands to engage in professional development through touring opportunities and wider cultural exchange between both Islands.
To find out more Click Here or follow these links for Guidelines or Online Application.
Donate & Sponsor
Art, music, literature and performance are the lifeblood of our community. Guernsey Arts plays a key role in its development and promotion, but it depends on your generosity in order to do more. Backed by the Funding Committee of Guernsey Arts there are many ways for you to donate or sponsor.
Find out how you can make a difference.
Volunteering
Volunteering to help for particular activities or to support events in the arts can be fun, rewarding and very valuable to the community. If you would like to join our volunteer community please get in touch. info@arts.gg
Busking
Busking brings vibrancy to the streets of St Peter Port and great opportunity for musicians and performance artists to develop their performance skills. Guernsey Arts organises and issues the permits for busking in St Peter Port. Why not give it a go. Please contact us info@arts.gg or download here Busking Guidelines, Busking Application Form & Busking PA Permit.
Workshops
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3rd MayWorkshopsIn this workshop, bestselling author Duncan Barrett guides participants through how to mine your memories and craft a page-turning memoir!Duncan Barrett: Memoir Writing Workshop
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29th SeptemberWorkshopsExperience the beauty of the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy and produce your own hand drawn works using traditional methods.Autumn Mindful Japanese Calligraphy Evening – September Workshop 2026
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28th JulyWorkshopsExperience the beauty of the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy and produce your own hand drawn works using traditional methods.Summer Mindful Japanese Calligraphy Evening – July Workshop 2026
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2nd MayWorkshopsExplore the art of writing poems about people with Jonathan Edwards in this inspiring workshop for poets of all abilities.Jonathan Edwards: Poetry Workshop - So This Is How We Love
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17th NovemberWorkshopsExperience the beauty of the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy and produce your own hand drawn works using traditional methods.Autumn Mindful Japanese Calligraphy Evening
Clubs
The Islands have an array of different arts groups and clubs. A great way to meet like minded people and develop your skills and get involved.
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ClubsGuernsey Chamber ChoirGuernsey Chamber Choir
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ClubsThe Guernsey Bach ChoirThe Guernsey Bach Choir
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ClubsGuernsey Photographic ClubGuernsey Photographic Club
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ClubsGuernsey Ballroom ClubGuernsey Ballroom Club
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ClubsThe Cheshire Dramatic Arts AcademyThe Cheshire Dramatic Arts Academy
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ClubsGuernsey SalsaGuernsey Salsa
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ClubsGuernsey Symphonic WindsGuernsey Symphonic Winds
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ClubsGuernsey Jazz OrchestraGuernsey Jazz Orchestra
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ClubsSpectrum GuernseySpectrum Guernsey
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ClubsMusic Box Dance & Drama is a family run Dance and Drama School in Guernsey.Music Box Dance & Drama
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ClubsGuernsey PoetsGuernsey Poets
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ClubsGuernsey Glee SingersGuernsey Glee Singers
Organisations
Here you will find the many organisations that support the arts, along with the commercial schools and festival organisations.
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OrganisationsGuernsey Photography Festival Sponsors: Raven Property Group, Guernsey Arts Commission, Guernsey MuseumsGuernsey Photography Festival
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OrganisationsGNET RadioGNET Radio
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OrganisationsFreaky Geese TheatreFreaky Geese Theatre
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OrganisationsStarlight Dance AcademyStarlight Dance Academy
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OrganisationsA charitable organisation that brings renowned artists to the island for cultural reasonsArt for Guernsey
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OrganisationsG.A.T.E - Guernsey Academy of Theatrical EducationG.A.T.E
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OrganisationsA "not-for-profit" organisation committed to the promotion of community spirit and showcasing local talentGuernsey Street Festival
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OrganisationsA registered charity that promotes the work of local artistsGuernsey Art Network
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OrganisationsLeT's DanceLeT's Dance
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OrganisationsAn annual celebration of all areas of the arts in GuernseyThe Guernsey Eisteddfod
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OrganisationsA celebration of the end of austerity, featuring classic vehicles, music & outfitsGuernsey Retro Festival
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OrganisationsChaos EventsChaos