Where is this event taking place? 

The Big Feast will be taking place throughout Stoke-on-Trent City Centre (Hanley) on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 August from 11am to 5pm. Take a look at our performance locations in the city centre. For a map of locations, see the Big Feast 24 Brochure.

Is it free?

Yes, The Big Feast is free of charge, though we always welcome donations. Look out for our donation buckets or donate online.

Is the event accessible?

Yes, all performances and activities are accessible to wheelchairs. Some performances have BSL and Audio Description. Check out performance times and find Easy Reads where available in the artist information on the Big Feast 24 homepage. For other accessible services, refer to the Big Feast 24 Access page.

Will there be food? 

Food will not be provided as part of The Big Feast, however there are lots of food and drink venues throughout the city centre. You can find out more via the Stoke-on-Trent City Centre BID website.

Where can I park?

Free parking is located at the Tesco Extra, however please note there is a 2-hour time limit for free parking. Paid parking can be found at John Street, ST1 3BP and Meigh Street, ST1 2ET.

There are also other carparks in Hanley.

Can I get the bus there?

There are good bus services into the city centre. Here are some useful sites that can help you plan your journey:

First Bus planner

D&G bus times

Arriva bus planner

Stoke-on-Trent City Council Journey Planner (incl. live times)

Staffs County Council Timetables and Planners

Where can I use the loo?

Toilets and baby changing facilities can be found at Hanley Indoor Market, City Centre Bus Station, The Potteries Centre and Tesco Extra. Changing Places toilets are available at Hanley Indoor Market and Smithfield 1.

Can I bring my dog to this event?

Dogs are welcome in the city centre. Please keep dogs on leads at all times and ensure you clean up after them. Assistance dogs are also welcome in the Potteries Museum & Art Galley and The Potteries Centre.

Will there be photography and filming at this event?

Photography and filming will be taking place at the event. If you do not want to be filmed or photographed, please inform a member of staff onsite. Our events take place in public spaces and are attended by many who will take photos. We are not in control of all photography or filming at the event, only official event photographers.

How do you make your events safe?

Appetite, along with it’s Production Manager, PH Productions, has been organising events, large and small scale, for over 10 years. We have lots of knowledge and experience in our team ensuring we plan for all eventualities to keep our events safe and welcoming. We work with a number of partners, including the local councils, Business Improvement Districts and Police, to ensure we have up to date information and can make plans accordingly. We always have an additional security presence at our large events and are in close radio and phone contact. We produce risk assessments and event management plans to ensure everything from installing a stage to keeping our audiences safe has been considered. During the event our trained staff implement our plans and adapt to any changing circumstances, to ensure everyone has a safe and welcoming experience.