Overview
Doc/Fest parties are legendary. Work hard, play hard.
Debaucherous burlesque cabaret madness featuring Lost Vagueness and fabulous costumes for all. Fancy pants banquets. Decadent cocktails, casinos, and tapas. The ultimate pub tour. Punk Rock Karaoke. Drinks, Carwash DJ’s, dancing and more drinks. There’s something on every night and whichever location takes your fancy, you can be sure it will be packed out with fellow delegates. So pack your dancing shoes and get on down!
Gala Opening Night
Exclusive to delegates and special guests, multiple screens and unforgettable film. Last year’s opening night was the biggest in Doc/Fest history. Kick start your festival on Wednesday 5 November.
Friday Night Dinner
Sit down banquet dinner in the lush surrounds of City Hall. Don’t miss the awards ceremony for the prestigious Grierson:Sheffield Awards. Then dance the night away to some great tunes.
Saturday Night Party
Top secret plan to astound the die-hards. Survived the insanity of the 2007 Saturday Night Party? Went to the first session on Sunday with boa and fishnets intact? Doc/Fest challenges you to Saturday Night Party 08.
Social Events
Doc/Fest friends host fabulous events every night of the festival. In 2007, record numbers turned out for the infamous Inspiral Pub Tour, the riotous BritDoc Punk Rock Karaoke, and the hilarious Shooting People Pub Quiz.