Cultural events bring people together, celebrate diversity, and create shared experiences. However, accessibility remains a significant challenge for individuals with disabilities, especially those with sensory impairments.

The Revelland project aims to create a more accessible experience of live music performances for people with intellectual disabilities and hearing impairments, by training 6 bands from different European countries to create multisensory performances. In the framework of the project, EASPD has developed a comprehensive booklet on Organising Cultural Events for All. 

This publication is meant to be a practical guide, and it explores:

• The importance of inclusion from a human rights and audience engagement perspective.
• Key strategies, such as universal design and reasonable accommodations, to ensure accessibility.
• Inspiring practices from festivals and venues that successfully integrate multisensory experiences and assistive technologies.
• The costs and benefits of organising inclusive events, which demonstrate that accessibility is not just ethical, it’s a smart investment.

The booklet is a must-read for event organisers, cultural institutions, and policymakers committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can fully participate in cultural experiences.