August 15th & 16th 2025, 5-10pm

Applications for performing artists and arts and crafts vendors are NOW CLOSED for this year’s festival!

Artist will be notified of selection in early May.

 Please reach out to Lauren Curley at LCurley@slco.org with any questions.

August 15th & 16th 2025, 5-10pm

2025 Information Coming Soon!

Performer and Artist FAQ

When is the application deadline?

Applications close Friday April 11 at 5:00 pm (MST)

Is there a fee to apply?

No, there are no application fees for Westside CultureFest. If you need help with your application there will be a free virtual workshop on Monday March 31, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 pm. More information and signups coming soon!

Which category should I apply in?

There are three categories of applications: Art Market Vendors, Non-Musician Performers, and Musicians. If you are an artist who wants to participate in the Art Market, apply in that category. If you are a performer who is NOT a musician, apply in that category (this includes multidisciplinary groups with a live music component). If you are a band or musician, apply in that category.

Does everyone in our group need to fill out an application?

No, only one application per group. If you are a member of a multidisciplinary group that incorporates multiple components (i.e. dancers performing with live music), please make note of this. You do NOT need to fill out a separate application for each group if you are all performing the same work.

When will I find out if my application has been accepted?

Artists will be notified of selection by the beginning of May.

Are performing groups paid to participate in the festival?

Yes, all performing groups are paid to participate in Westside CultureFest. Art Market vendors have a $40 booth fee to participate. We do not take a commission on booth sales.

Are the same vendors at the Art Market for both days of the festival?

Yes, all Art Market vendors are required to participate in both days of Westside CultureFest.

What type of art are accepted for the Art Market?

All artwork for sale must be handcrafted by the vendor and fall into one of the following categories:

• Ceramics
• Drawing/Pastels
• Fiber (Wearables)
• Fiber/Textiles/Batik
• Glass
• Graphics/Printmaking
• Jewelry
• Leather
• Metalwork
• Mixed Media
• Paintings
• Photography
• Sculpture
• Upcycle/Recycle

No imports or resale items are allowed. Don’t see your genre listed? Reach out to Lauren at lcurley@slco.org with any questions.

What do I need for my booth setup at the Art Market?

All vendor spaces are approximately 10’x10’ and are located outside the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center. All vendors are responsible for bringing their own equipment and electricity is not available.

• 10’ x 10’ tent (required)
• 50lb tent weights, sandbags, or water barrels. Minimum of 50lbs per tent leg. (required)
• Tables
• Tablecloth / table covering (required if using tables)
• Chairs
• Signage

Can we select the space that we’ll be performing in?

No, Salt Lake County Arts & Culture will assign groups to their performing spaces. We will ensure that the space you are assigned to is suited to your performance needs.

Festival FAQ

When is the festival?

Westside CultureFest is August 15-16, 2025 from 5:00-10:00 pm MDT at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center in Taylorsville, UT.

Is the festival free to attend?

Yes! Westside CultureFest is free to attend and does not require a ticket.

Is there parking at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center?

Yes, there is free parking at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center. It is located on the North side of the building.

Is there food and drink at the festival?

Yes, there are food trucks and drinks, including a festival bar for patrons 21+.

Is the festival indoors or outdoors?

Both! There are performances indoors and outdoors, including interactive workshops for all ages.

What should I bring to attend Westside CultureFest?

We recommend bringing water, sunscreen, and money (if you wish to purchase food, drink, or artwork). All performances and interactive workshops are free. This festival is appropriate for all ages and is ADA accessible.

I’ve never been to Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center before. What is it?

Located in Taylorsville, the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center brings premiere performance and rehearsal spaces to the middle and southwest sections of the valley.

This thoughtfully designed venue includes the 400-seat Main-Stage Theatre; the 200-seat Studio 5400 black box theater; and the Centennial Room, a fully functional rehearsal and event space; and professional theater staff and services. Mid-Valley provides the opportunity for performing organizations to showcase their art in this fast-growing area of Salt Lake County.

Who is putting on the festival?

Westside CultureFest is produced by Salt Lake County Arts & Culture. As a division of Salt Lake County, Salt Lake County Arts & Culture has supported arts organizations with our spaces, places, and services since 1977.

Our Places are among the premier performance venues in Utah: Maurice Abravanel Hall, Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre, George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater, Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, and Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. As County operated facilities, our venues give home to the arts and gathering places to the community.

We also provide Spaces and Services to arts organizations and the public alike, including performance, rehearsal, event, and reception spaces; and ArtTix ticketing, event and technical services, the Art in Public Places program, and our Residency program.

This festival was created and run for the first two years in partnership with Utah Arts Alliance. We are honored to have had them as partners and are excited to continue the festival.