The IFF schedule will be published this summer. Below is an indicative outline of this year’s event, which is subject to change.
Full details of each event will be updated here and announced in our regular email updates.
Delegates arriving early will be able to collect their IFF pass in advance of the opening party in order the avoid the queues later.
With over two hours of complimentary drinks and small bites the IFF 10th Birthday and Opening Party is the first opportunity for delegates to meet up before the 2024 event kicks off the following morning.
This year’s Opening Party will also double up as a celebration of the first decade of IFF, and it’s all hosted by our friends at CAA and FKP Scorpio.
Space is limited – so with the party getting started in Flat Iron Square at 18:00 it pays to be there on time. Once full, the party will be operating one-in, one-out entry.
Delegates can pick up their IFF pass at the party to beat the queues the following morning. And for anyone who arrives in the afternoon and really hates to queue, early-bird registration will be open from 3pm onwards.
Pick up your pass at the IFF Campus from 9:30 AM onwards. The campus is where much of this year’s event takes place, and your IFF pass includes access to all conference sessions, events and showcases.
IFF 2024’s registration partner is Universe, the platform which pairs simple, flexible ticketing with unmatched distribution and marketing, powered by Ticketmaster.
Immediately before the conference sessions begin, delegates are invited to kick off the day with complimentary teas and coffee.
Many of IFF’s agency partners set up shop within, or close to, this year’s campus. These pop-up offices provide private spaces for festival and agency representatives to meet, reducing the need for festival reps to travel to offices around London during IFF… Read more
There’s a lot to cover in this year’s IFF kick off conversation, and our annual review of the summer season… Read more
2024 might have been marked by an alarming number of festivals closing down, but the last two years have seen a flurry of new events launch, with more on the way in 2025… Read more
Each morning at IFF, a series of 35-minute roundtable workshops on specialist operational topics are running in Arch 33, with delegates encouraged to attend… Read more
IFF Speedmeetings are a great way to meet a host of new people or reconnect with others. The sessions take place on Weds 25 Sept from 10:30-11:30, with seats for 20 agents and 20 festivals to have five-minute introductory meetings.
To apply to participate, click here.
*Due to high demand we can’t guarantee places at the session. We will operate a waiting list for last-minute cancellations.*
Hot things in a cup before the second round of conference sessions begin!
It’s no secret that festivals can be a powerful cultural force, able to influence the behaviour of millions of people… Read more
Renowned for loyal fans, strong communities and consistent festival ticket sales, who wouldn’t want to be in the metal scene… Read more
With five street food options at Flat Iron Square, delegates can choose from an array of different cuisines this year, and eat lunch at almost any time during the day!
All lunches are complimentary and included in your IFF pass – simply scan your IFF wristband to redeem it. And with all food vendors open for four hours, you can eat lunch at whatever time zone your body is on.
Meanwhile, all bars across the Campus will be fully open for softs or something stronger.
Solo Agency, home to artists including Iggy Pop, Imelda May, Blondie, Little Mix, Genesis and many, many more, presents two emerging artists on their roster… Read more
An agency needing no introduction, with a roster stretching from Aerosmith to ZZ Top. ITB presents three fantastic upcoming talents as Wednesday at IFF gets into full swing… Read more
WME invites delegates for a complimentary drinks at the main bar of the IFF Campus for the agency’s hyper-popular Happy Hour.
It’s a fantastic mid-afternoon break between showcases, and a chance for all delegates to catch up with the WME team, drink in hand.
An IFF first this year, one of the UK’s most renowned indie agencies, Pure Represents, presents two unique artists from their growing roster… Read more
With a truly eclectic stable of artists ranging from Ed Sheeran, Run DMC & Ladyhawke to Japanese virtual star Hatsune Miku, One Fiinix Live presents four artists at IFF this year… Read more
Wednesday evening is the mid-point of IFF and time for complimentary dinner. Expect a couple of laidback hours to recharge and catch up before the evening gets underway.
It’s a buffet dinner with seating available in In Horto, or the whole Campus available to enjoy. It’s always a popular moment on the schedule. Further details will be announced shortly.
The dinner is kindly hosted by our friends at Paléo Festival and TAKK.
A top line-up of emerging acts from the Netherlands and Spain will take centre stage at IFF on Wednesday night for this year’s International Showcase… Read more
Pick up your pass at the IFF Campus from 9:30 AM onwards. The campus is where much of this year’s event takes place, and your IFF pass includes access to all conference sessions, events and showcases.
IFF 2024’s registration partner is Universe, the platform which pairs simple, flexible ticketing with unmatched distribution and marketing, powered by Ticketmaster.
Immediately before the conference sessions begin, delegates are invited to kick off the day with complimentary teas and coffee.
Many of IFF’s agency partners set up shop within, or close to, this year’s campus. These pop-up offices provide private spaces for festival and agency representatives to meet, reducing the need for festival reps to travel to offices around London during IFF… Read more
What do fans want from a festival these days? And what makes the difference between ticket buyers choosing to keep couch surfing, or getting out of the house and into a field or venue… Read more
Despite being the basis of so much of popular music, the percentage of workers from the Black community running our shows is lower than many other industries… Read more
Each morning at IFF, a series of 35-minute roundtable workshops on specialist operational topics are running in Arch 33, with delegates encouraged to attend… Read more
This year’s IFF Keynote sees co-director Alfonso Lanza, head of press and institutional relations Marta Pallarès and head of booking Fra Soler sit down to discuss the history, identity and development of one of the leading lights in Europe’s festival scene… Read more
With five street food options at Flat Iron Square, delegates can choose from an array of different cuisines this year, and eat lunch at almost any time during the day!
All lunches are complimentary and included in your IFF pass – simply scan your IFF wristband to redeem it. And with all food vendors open for four hours, you can eat lunch at whatever time zone your body is on.
Meanwhile, all bars across the Campus will be fully open for softs or something stronger.
Thursday’s IFF shows kick off with four upcoming artists from the Primary Talent roster. With the agency home to the likes of Rufus Wainwright, Wolf Alice and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, expect four future festival headliners in the room… Read more
Thursday afternoon sees the Wasserman Music team hosting an hour of complimentary drinks in the IFF schedule. It’s a scheduled break between the afternoon’s agency showcases, with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available.
The Wasserman team will be on hand to meet with IFF delegates, with everyone welcome to attend.
One of IFF’s founding agency partners, X-ray Touring’s annual showcase is always a must-see. This year sees the London-based firm present two must-see artists from their roster… Read more
An agency that always wraps up IFF’s daytime showcase on a high, ATC Live present four future headliners for serious consideration on stages in 2025… Read more
The Big Finale is a last opportunity to break bread with friends and colleagues and a precursor to the evening of showcases at IFF.
Expect a couple of laidback hours to recharge and catch up before the evening gets underway. It’s a buffet dinner with cuisine prepared by In Horto’s excellent chefs and with seating available both in In Horto and across the whole campus.
Further details will be announced shortly.
The dinner is kindly hosted by our friends at Paléo Festival and TAKK.
IQ’s recent spotlight on the metal scene highlighted a boom in new bands, innovation and players. So in celebrating this vibrant sector, this year sees the first (official) Metal Mixer at IFF.
With complimentary dinner served across the IFF Campus, Doomstar Bookings, Catch 22, Napalm Events and The Link Productions are inviting all in the scene – and anyone with an interest in it – to eat and enjoy some drinks in Arch 33, for a social moment before the Rising Metal showcase that follows.
Hosts: Doomstar Bookings, Catch 22, Napalm Events and The Link Productions
In an IFF first, a quartet of European metal agencies are uniting to present a showcase night of insane proportions (and decibels!).
The Rising Metal Talent night will see one fast-emerging artist from each of the rosters of Doomstar Bookings, Catch 22, Napalm Events and The Link Productions… Read more
As an extra final night bonus for IFF delegates, Solo Agency invites you to Frank Carter & Sex Pistols at Kentish Town Forum.
The legendary band – with former Gallows frontman Frank Carter – will perform at 20 festivals in summer 2025, with early shows having gained 4- and 5-star reviews from UK media.
The show is a 30-minute hop on the underground from Omeara, and while the guestlist is limited, the Solo team will try to accommodate as many requests as possible. Please email CBT@solo.uk.com if you would like to attend.
