The event is free for all, however we ask for a suggested £1 per person, which goes back into the local community, through charitable projects.

All donations are reinvested into local charitable causes and community projects.

Open Call is run by a team committed to supporting the local community and showcasing talent.

Yes, it’s designed for families, with children’s entertainment, activities, and a funfair.

Yes, the day is designed to be inclusive to all cultures.

Saturday 18^th July and Sunday 19^th July 2026.

12pm-6pm on both days.

Both days include full stage performances, stalls, activities and the fun fair.

No ticket is required – just turn up and enjoy!

Yes – you are free to leave and re-enter throughout the day as much as you please.

We will be announcing all artists on our website and social media soon!

Set times and performance schedules will be announced on official social media channels, closer to the time.

Yes – there will be a variety of performances running throughout both days.

Yes – The Open Call champions local talent alongside wider acts.

We encourage all visitors to walk or car share, where possible!

The Open all is taking place in Alexandra Park, Oldham (5 Kings Rd, OL8 2BN).

• Parking: There are some parking restrictions across council car parks, always check and make a note of the time you arrived to avoid a ticket!
• Travelling by Tram:  The nearest tram stops are Oldham Central and King Street.
• Travelling by bus: Several bus routes stop near Alexandra Park and are in walking distance of the festival. 409/ 425/ 59/ 84.
• Taxi and Drop-Off: there is no designated drop off or pick up, the festival site is within a minutes’ walk at any of the park entrances.
• What3Words: You can use the code ///quench.memory.shots and is useful for taxis, lifts and drop offs.

There are limited bike parking spaces throughout the park. There will be security or volunteers on site during the event who can be on hand to help you out. Due to a large number of pedestrians, we kindly ask that people do not bring e-bikes or e-scooters onto the festival site.

Yes – there are green spaces throughout the park, and seating areas or benches across the park.

The Open Call is a family friendly festival, with activities suitable for all ages!

• Children’s activity area.
• Workshops and entertainment.
• Funfair rides and inflatables.

Yes – the event is pushchair friendly. We ask that you take care when moving around site in case of uneven ground.

We have a wide range of food vendors. We ALWAYS champion local traders, with most living in Oldham.

This year we have limited too many same-selling stalls, which means more variety!

All food traders will have a list of allergens and ingredients, just ask and they’ll be happy to help.

Our food hub is run by a local charity, with all proceeds going to the local community. We have worked with them to keep prices as reasonable as possible, to be accessible for all. Show your support... treat yourself…

Yes - you can bring your own food and drink to Open Call.

Yes – a variety of:

• Dessert stalls, too many to name!
• Mocktails, slushies and more.
• Traders including clothes, perfume, accessories, toys, wellness, engraving and much more.
• Face painting, hair glitter and henna.
• Wellness stalls.
• Community groups.
• Ice cream vans.

Both cash and card is accepted. Many stall holders will accept card payments, but bringing cash is recommended.

No – unfortunately all stall holder applications are now closed for this year.

Contact us at info@theopencall.co.uk for information on how to get involved and give us some support!

Yes – Alexndra Park has accessible pathways and open spaces.

Yes – accessible toilet facilities will be available in the park.

Yes – trained first aid staff will be available throughout the event, and clearly signposted.

Yes – there are quieter areas within the park away from the main stage.

There will also be a men’s and a women’s prayer space, which will be signposted on the map, accessible on the day.

There is no running water on site, however, water will be available to purchase across the site. We encourage everyone to bring their own water bottles.

This is a family friendly event. Please be mindful of who is around you. We encourage you to smoke just outside the festival site.

Yes – trained security will be present throughout the event. We have a zero tolerance for illegal substances, weapons or other illicit materials. They reserve the right to search you at any point.

We work closely with Greater Manchester Police, who will be on hand throughout the festival.

Please visit the event information point, which will be clearly signposted on the day, or speak to a member of The Open Call team.

Immediately notify a member of The Open Call team, or a member of security – there is a safeguarding process in place for this.

Yes – this is an inclusive event, and that includes your furry friends! Please keep them on a leash when on the festival site and be mindful of those around you. We ask that owners clean up after their pets and put waste in the council bins across the site.

The event will go ahead in most weather – please dress appropriately! This includes sunscreen etc to be prepared for every eventuality!

In the unlikely event that there are changes to plans, these will be shared across our social media platforms.

Yes – you’re welcome to bring foldable chairs or blankets. Get yourself comfy for the day! We kindly ask that you do not bring any structures, such as gazeboes.

There are local shops and services outside of the park, but we recommend you bring cash with you.