ORGANISING AN EVENT
How do I organise an event?
1. Find a venue in the centre of Rotterdam that is willing to accommodate you on the Friday or Saturday of Left of the Dial;
2. Find bands willing to play, make the proper arrangements with them and the venue, make sure they have the gear they need to play, set up a time schedule, invite all your friends, etc.
3. Email us all relevant information, address, time schedule, band names, etc.
4. On the day of your event: make sure all artists start/finish their sets according the submitted schedule, the audience will appreciate your punctuality;
5. Try to keep the artists and the venue happy and have fun!
Do we get free Left of the Dial wristbands for everyone involved in our event?
No, The Official Unofficial is a separate event and we don’t have any tickets available. If you want to go the official Left of the Dial festival, you’ll need to purchasea ticket.
Why would I want to go through the hassle of organising anything?
If you feel organising shows is a hassle, then you really shouldn’t bother! Just come and watch the shows.
ARTISTS
My band wants to play at The Official Unofficial, who do I reach out to?
There are two ways to play at The Official Unofficial: either you organise an event yourself, or you try to get a spot on one of the planned events. It might take awhile before we can list those hosts though, but you can always tag us in an Instagram story with your request and we’ll be happy to repost it. Maybe one of the hosts loves your band so much they’ll invite you.
I’m an artist and I’ve been invited to play at an event, how can I be sure it’s officially part of The Official Unofficial?
Feel free to email us and we’ll check of the host has submitted their event. All other arrangements are to be made with the host.
VISITING THE OFFICIAL UNOFFICIAL
Where is The Official Unofficial?
All venues are in the centre of Rotterdam.
Do I need a ticket for The Official Unofficial?
No, you don’t need a ticket, The Official Unofficial is absolutely free!