2026 Westside CultureFest Applications Are Now OPEN

Applications close Monday, April 6 at 5 pm MDT

Please reach out to Lauren Curley with any questions: lcurley@saltlakecountyarts.org

Art Market Vendor Applications

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Musician Applications

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Performer Applications

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

We’re looking for artists who:

– Find new and meaningful ways to express their art, community, and culture. We aim to highlight innovative examples of art and performance.

– Are from the County’s west side, or whose work highlights west side cultures and communities.

– Preserve the cultural traditions of west side communities through performance.

– Use their artform to build cultural, community, and artistic appreciation.

Please Note: Applications are not limited only to those groups from the west side, however those groups with strong west side community connections are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications are due Monday, April 6 at 5:00 pm

Applications are reviewed by a selection committee including Salt Lake County Arts & Culture staff as well as arts community professionals. Due to space limitations, we prioritize a diverse festival lineup. Artists will be notified of acceptance by early May.

Need help with your application? Join us on Monday, March 30 at 5:30 pm for a virtual application workshop where we’ll review the process and answer any questions you may have. Pre-registration is required.

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PERFORMANCES

Performance slots on-stage range from 30-60 minutes and there are multiple stages designed to accommodate groups of all sizes. Performance slot and location will be determined by event organizers. All performance positions are paid. Buskers and aerial artists are encouraged to apply. 

Main Stage

Large proscenium theatre with two levels of audience seating. Will primarily feature performances that require a large space for movement, or groups with a large number of performers.

Studio 5400 Black Box

A black box-style theater with stadium-style seating on one side of the space. Will primarily feature small to mid-sized groups in a black box style presentation. 

Centennial Room

Large, open mirrored space that will primarily feature interactive, family-friendly activities. 

Outdoor Plaza Stage

A small, covered outdoor stage on the plaza equipped with audio and lighting that will primarily feature live music and poetry. 

Indoor Lobby

Features aerialist ambiance, live music, and community booths. 

ARTIST MARKET

The artist market is located outdoors on the plaza at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center. For vendors with accessibility needs, we also offer limited booth spaces in the lobby. Vendors are required to commit to the full duration of the festival. The booth fee to participate is $40, and accepted vendors are required to have commercial general liability insurance. If you do not have existing general liability insurance, there are several companies that offer event-specific policies. Salt Lake County Arts & Culture does not take a commission on booth sales.

For inquiries about food trucks or tabling for non-profit community organizations, please reach out to Lauren Curley at lcurley@saltlakecountyarts.org

August 14th & 15th 2026, 5-10pm

FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE COMING SOON

The 2026 Westside CultureFest festival lineup will be released in July.

Check back here for more information!

Festival FAQ

When is the festival?

Westside CultureFest is August 14-15, 2026 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 concessions, including a festival bar located outdoors for patrons 21+. 

Is the festival indoors or outdoors?

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

Is the festival ADA accessible?

Yes, Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center is ADA accessible. All Westside CultureFest programming is accessible from the first floor of the venue. Accessible bathrooms are located inside on the first floor.

The Main Stage and Studio 5400 have dedicated ADA seating. The lobby, Centennial Room, and North Studio have flexible seating options with ample space for wheelchairs or other mobility aids. The Outdoor Stage does not have set seating.

Who can I contact for Accessibility Accommodations?

For Accessibility Accommodations please contact Krystal Cardenas 385-468-1135 or KCardenas@saltlakecountyarts.org

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.

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.

2026 Festival Map Coming Soon!