The Festival of Nations is a vibrant platform that educates, entertains, and inspires by celebrating the richness and diversity of cultures from around the globe. It’s an opportunity for attendees to immerse themselves in unique traditions, fostering appreciation, understanding, and a deep sense of connection.
This year, we’re inviting artists like you to contribute your talent and cultural heritage to this unforgettable experience. Whether through performances, classes, demonstrations, or interactive sessions, your artistry can enrich our festival’s dynamic programming. From arts and education to health, wellness, and multiculturalism, your contribution will help shape an atmosphere of joy, discovery, and cultural exchange.
By sharing your traditions and artistry, you’ll help us promote inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and inspire unity among our audience. Together, we can create a lasting impact on the community and weave a brighter, more interconnected future.
- Performing Artist: An individual or group who entertains the Festival's audience through their abilities, talents, and various forms of artistic expression. Festival of Nations showcases and celebrates all cultural diversity and traditions of different ethnicities, nationalities, and cultural backgrounds. This includes (but is not limited to): Singer/Songwriter, Musician, Band, Dancer, Dance Group, Comedian, Spoken Word Performer
- Circus & Aerial Arts: Acrobats, jugglers, and other skilled artists who showcase their talents through daring stunts and impressive physical feats.
- Cultural Presentations: Highlights the traditions, customs, and heritage of different communities. These involve performances, storytelling, or presentations on topics such as folk music, dance, traditional costumes, or cultural practices. Attendees can learn about diverse cultures, allowing them to foster an appreciation and understanding for a variety of heritages. Presenters share folktales, myths, legends, or personal narratives from different cultures.
- Street Performers: Balloon artists, living statues, mimes, or other artists who engage with the crowd directly.
- Variety Acts: Illusionists, magicians, hypnotists, ventriloquists, mentalists, and other acts that offer mesmerizing or mind-boggling experiences.
- Visual Artists: Live painters, face painters, or other visually captivating acts that create unique and visually appealing experiences.
The application deadline is Monday, January 20, 2025 at 11:59pm CST.
Yes. You will immediately pay a non-refundable $25 fee as part of your application.
No, all applications will be reviewed by a team and applicants will be selected and notified if they are chosen or rejected.
Stage performance slots range from 15-45 minutes. Artists hosting cultural presentations will have scheduled workshops throughout the weekend.
Applicants can state their standard compensation in the application. Festival organizers will follow up to confirm compensation before the parties engage in a contractual agreement. We are committed to equitable compensation and recognition for all artists.
Festival of Nations will have multiple stages and areas with live performances. Artists are placed in the location that is the best fit for them. Those who are interested AND selected for performing in the Opening and Closing numbers will be on the main stage for that portion of the Festival program.
