CreARTivity Festival in worcester set to enrich city’s cultural tapestry

 Thursday, March 14, 2024 

Script Haven, an independent bookshop in Worcester, is gearing up to launch a new cultural festival over the May half term called the CreARTivity Festival. Running from May 26 to May 31, this festival will blend literature, music, and art, offering a range of family-friendly activities and evening entertainment.

By collaborating with other local independent businesses, the festival aims to provide a diverse cultural experience, boosting local tourism and attracting visitors keen to explore Worcester’s lively creative scene, appealing to a wide audience beyond just music lovers.

With a lineup featuring renowned authors and artists like Guy Hale, Carla Kovach, and Charley Barnes, the festival promises to be a showcase of creativity and talent. Venues such as Spin the Black Circle and Sugar Daddies will host various events, adding to the city’s cultural tapestry.

Script Haven, known for its open-mic events and book launches, sees the CreARTivity Festival as a way to strengthen its position as a focal point for Worcester’s creative community. The festival’s engaging program aims to enhance the city’s allure as a travel destination, offering tourists a chance to experience the arts in a welcoming environment.

Leena Batchelor, the owner of Script Haven, expressed her pride in the bookshop’s rapid evolution into a central figure in Worcester’s creative landscape. The festival, along with other scheduled book launches and events, underscores Script Haven’s commitment to fostering a space where creativity thrives and is accessible to all.

Batchelor’s engagement in the community and her active participation in the arts underscore the festival’s ability to attract visitors and boost the local tourism sector. As the festival prepares to kick off, it pledges to provide a rewarding experience for both locals and tourists, thereby enriching Worcester’s cultural tourism and the broader creative economy.

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