We're Going Virtual - 23-25 July

When we rescheduled Wide Days to 23-25 July, we hoped to host the event largely as planned, but it has become clear that this will not be possible.  Rather than cancelling or postponing further, we plan to run a three day virtual convention, incorporating most of the key aspects you would expect (with a few digital extras).

These will include speed meetings, one-to-ones and open hangout rooms, a quality conference programme adapted to the current situation and the broadcast of live performances by the six 2020 showcase acts. We are also planning some virtual versions of popular Wide Days activities such as the tours and of course, the whisky tasting 🥃.

In preparation, we have already run several virtual events and have been testing out different platforms to ensure the best possible user experience.

To make the event as accessible as possible, we have introduced a flat rate ticket for £30 for all delegates and will also extend our bursary scheme to those in the Scottish industry who have been hardest hit (see below). This contribution will go towards paying more than 20 freelancers who work on the event, as well as the costs of the virtual hosting.

Delegate passes include: 

• Delegate directory to connect/meet with speakers and attendees

• A secure portal to access the entire event 'under one roof'

• Networking including speed meetings, one-to-ones and open hangout rooms

• Interactive Q&A, polling and chat during conference sessions

• Access to the additional activities

• Watch again facility following the event

If you already have a pass, check your inbox for an email from our team to arrange transferring your pass, and info on your options.

We will offer a bursary to those in the Scottish industry who have been hardest hit and a pay-forward option for those who want to offer their support (see below for more info). Many of the sessions will also be streamed free via our website.

Full programme details will be announced soon and you can expect a quality schedule of panels, interviews and presentations featuring some of the music industry's most innovative figures.

We would like to acknowledge the partners whose continued support has allowed to host the virtual event and in particular, Creative Scotland and PRS Foundation, whose help has been invaluable.

Industry BursaryComing soon….

To help support people working in the Scottish industry facing difficult times, we will be launching a bursary to offer complimentary accreditations.

You can support the bursary by paying-forward a pass for someone else, and we will match every donation made with an additional accreditation.

If you're interested in accessing an industry bursary place you can register your interest here and we'll be in touch when applications launch.

We will also be making passes available to our event partners to distribute to those in need.