Out There Together CIC is proud to champion creativity, inclusivity, and community through a diverse range of events and collaborations. From making Pride accessible, providing space for young people, presenting award-winning film screenings to community fundraisers and our flagship Out There Queer Fest, each project highlights our commitment to platforming LGBTQIA+ voices and building representation and connections across Exeter's LGBTQIA+ community.
Below showcases some of our our recent projects since we launch Out There in 2024.
Past Projects
OUT THERE TOGETHER CIC
Proudly providing space for better representation and connection across Exeter's LGBTQIA+ community.
Young Person's Day
October 2024 and 2025
Following the success of 2024's Young Person’s Day: Heartstopper at Out There Queer Fest, Out There and Exeter Library brought back Young Person’s Day for 2025, with a new theme Rising Icons - loosely based on K-Pop: Demon Hunters. Our Young Person's Day is an annual celebration for LGBTQIA+ young people and friends.
We provide a welcoming space where young people can make new friends, get creative and take part in a mix of activities. Our highlights includes previewing the premier of Heartstopper Season 3 and hosting an open mic stage.
2025 Young Person’s Day was awarded a Places To Go, Things To Do grant by Devon County Council’s Young Council. Click here to read our YPD'25 report.
Exeter Pride'25
Accessibility Pride | May 2025
In partnership with Reach Out, and in collaboration with Exeter Pride, Teignbridge Community Project, SafeBreaks, Sing and Sign Jukebox, and Excel–Exeter.
We provided an inclusive, fun, and safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals with disabilities and neurodivergence to come together for three hours of fun activities and performances. The aim was to break down barriers, challenge misconceptions, and ensure greater representation of LGBTQ+ individuals with disabilities, empowering them to engage in social activities and build a stronger, more inclusive community.
The legacy of this project is that Exeter Pride will be creating an Accessibility Committee along with continuing to provide a space for people with accessibility needs at Exeter Pride in 2026.
Iris Film Festival'25
Out There Presents: Iris Film Festival | March 2025
A project presented by Out There Exeter in collaboration with the Iris Prize and Exeter Phoenix, showcasing standout films from Iris 2024 that explored love, identity, and the human experience.
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Sister Wives (15) told the story of two sister wives married to the same man who began to develop feelings for each other. Winning the 2024 Iris Prize Best British & Co-op Audience Award.
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JIA (12A) followed a grieving Chinese mother on a road trip in Australia to remember her late son, where her conservative values were tested when she learned her son’s lover was Eric. Winning the 2024 Youth Jury Award.
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Blood Like Water (15) saw Shadi embark on a secret adventure that forced his family into a difficult decision: collaborate with the Israeli occupation or face humiliation by their own people. Winner of the 2024 Iris Prize.
The Iris Prize is a film and media organisation dedicated to showcasing and promoting LGBTQ+ stories, expanding their reach and impact.
Pride Fundraiser
Exeter Pride Fundraiser: Music Bingo | February 2025
We’re thrilled that our Music Bingo fundraiser, in collaboration with Full Moon Exeter, was a huge success — raising just under £500 for Exeter Pride 2025! A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for a night of fun, and to the venue Bomba Exeter for hosting us. Between the Music Bingo and our quiz night we’ve now raised over £700 in total for Exeter Pride.
Queer Fest'24
Out There Queer Fest | October 2024
Out There Exeter proudly delivered a 17-day celebration of queer culture with Out There Queer Fest, a vibrant showcase of over 40 events spanning arts, performance, and community action. Click here to read our Queer Fest'24 report.
The festival championed LGBTQIA+ voices, fostered inclusion, and united national and local talent, showcasing big names like BBC's Drag Race UK star Bimini and T.S. Elliot Winner Joelle Taylor, and films from the Queer East film festival.
Queer Fest was supported by key venues like Exeter Phoenix, Northcott Theatre, Barnfield Theatre, RAMM, and Exeter Library. With help from partners including Radio Exe, Exeter City of Literature, Intercom Trust, Exeter Pride, Hotel Indigo, and Telstar Hotel, we proudly celebrated and amplified Exeter’s dynamic queer community.