Outer Spaces supports artists, professional development, artist-led activity, and studio provision by repurposing empty commercial properties. Their programming and partnerships focus on visual artists, using vacant and disused spaces as platforms for research, experimentation, and creative exchange.

For 2025, Outer Spaces is supporting the Festival with the EAF Pavilion space at 45 Leith Street, home to artist studios, as well as EAF exhibitions and events.

Outer Spaces gives their national network access to free space and development opportunities, exploring new models and directions for curating, commissioning and collaborative working.