08/06/2026
💛 Offbeat was incredible. 💛
There was joy.
There was creativity.
There was colour.
There was laughter.
There was rain.
There were fish.
And there was so much love for this town.
We're exhausted, if we're honest. Body and mind. It's been a full-on few months getting here.
But today we're mostly feeling proud.
A huge, huge thank you to everyone who helped shape Offbeat, support it, champion it and believe in it. You know who you are.
And thank you to everyone who came.
To those who listened to stories.
Who joined the laughter yoga.
Who made a charm.
Who added to the bunting.
Who contributed to the community rope artwork.
Who talked to stallholders, artists and community groups.
Who pulled a tarot card.
Who volunteered and pulled their sleeves up.
Who explored creative writing.
Who listened to talks and choirs.
Who persevered through the rain.
Who had a go at juggling, drumming or spin painting.
Who made a bookmark.
Who picked up a treasure hunt.
Who got their face painted.
Who came dressed as a fish.
Who danced at the Fish Disco.
Who bought a pint, a coffee, a sandwich, some cake or a pizza.
Who stopped for a chat.
Who stayed a little longer than they planned.
You were the magic.
Offbeat was never really about the programme.
It was about people.
We'll be sharing photos, stories and reflections over the coming weeks, but for now we just wanted to say thank you.
From the bottom of our hearts.
.kester .restock .crap.parties .bove.arts .kerr.art .spearing , , , , , , , ,
Thank you for the first of many gorgeous shots!
©Shot By Mims
