B.O.P Fest 2025

B.O.P Fest (Building Our Planet Festival) is returning for its fourth incredible year and it’s set to be our biggest and boldest yet! Taking place over two days, B.O.P Fest 2025 is a free, family-friendly, youth-produced climate action festival that blends arts, music, performance, and sustainability into one vibrant celebration of community and change.

What to Expect

• Live music & performances

• Hands-on workshops

• Carnival games & craft stalls

• Delicious local street food

• Street theatre & activities

All powered by solar panels and a passionate team of young people, rooted in our commitment to environmental justice.

Festival Dates & Opening Times

Friday 1st August – 3:00 PM to late
Saturday 2nd August – 11:00 AM to late

Location: Jack Drum Arts HQ & grounds, Crook, County Durham (DL15 9DN)

About B.O.P Fest

Led by a dedicated Youth Board of 14 young people aged 11–21, B.O.P Fest is more than just a festival, it’s the culmination of a year-long youth programme designed to empower young voices, spark creativity, and build community leadership.

From April to August, the board meets fortnightly to plan every element of the festival. In 2025, four young producers are leading the charge to make this the most inclusive, accessible, and impactful year yet.

This year, our theme is “One Health” – exploring the vital connections between human and planetary wellbeing. Through climate-conscious activities and informal education, the festival champions the message:

“A global problem with local solutions.”

Why B.O.P Fest Matters

• 100% Free to attend – in response to the cost-of-living crisis

• Powered sustainably – using on-site solar energy and low-waste practices

• Youth-led from start to finish – putting young people at the heart of climate action

• Backed by community spirit – run with love by local young people with the support of the team at Jack Drum Arts

• Economy boosting - all vendors/artists and providers are from the North East, boosting the local economy

• Spotlighting young talent - providing opportunities for local, young talent

Award-Winning Impact

B.O.P Fest has been recognised for its youth leadership, creative excellence, and environmental action, winning:

• The Journal Culture Award (2023)

• County Durham Environment Award: Volunteer Group of the Year (2022)

• North East Youth Projects With Pride: Best Social Action Award (2022)

• High Sheriff Award, County Durham Community Foundation (2022)

Support B.O.P Fest 2025

B.O.P Fest 2025 is funded by the LGA Foundation and Youth Music whose support helps make this event possible.

We’re also currently seeking partners and sponsors to join us on this journey. If your organisation is passionate about youth, climate action, or community wellbeing, we offer tiered sponsorship packages with a range of visibility and engagement benefits.

To find out more about sponsorship opportunities, email: eve@jackdrum.co.uk

Stay Connected

Follow us on social media to see behind-the-scenes updates, line-up announcements, and more!

@bopfestival on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter & TikTok

Let’s build a better planet — together.

See you at B.O.P Fest 2025!