Are You Listening? Festival is an independent one-day multi-venue music festival based in Reading that raises money for local learning disability charity partner Reading Mencap, who this year celebrated their 60th anniversary.
AYL? is the biggest event in Reading Mencap’s fundraising calendar having raised over £70,000 since its inception in 2013 and plays a key role in helping to support their services.
There's always a great focus on local and 'next big thing' acts. All the gigs are in intimate venues so you are up close and personal. This makes the gig feel like you are at the beginning of the band's road to success and greatness. The fact that some bands are already on that path (great set of bookings, every year) makes it feel extra thrilling.
Posted by MattH on 11/05/2023
Are You Listening? Festival, Various Venues in Reading, Reading - 6th May 2023
Excellent music ! Coach party were my favourite but there were lots of great bands . All venues well run . My first one but I’ll be back for sure .
Posted by Sam Redfern on 10/05/2023
Are You Listening? Festival, Various Venues in Reading, Reading - 6th May 2023