PERFORMER SUBMISSIONS
Bottom line: if it weren’t for our performers, there would be no Railway City Music and Arts Festival!
We are now accepting applications to perform at the 2026 Festival on the Emerging Artist Stage!
Main Stage applications for the 2026 Festival are now OPEN - HOWEVER, the lineup is mostly filled from last year's applicants. There are typically some cancellations though, so don't hesitate to apply so we know you are interested!
Designed with the Seasoned Performer in mind, Port Stanley Lions and Lioness Main Stage is located at the Pinafore Park Band Shell. It boasts professional sound production, lighting with dedicated technicians for FOH, Monitors, and Lighting. This venue also houses our main Beer Garden and can accommodate crowds of up to 1000 of your screaming fans.
Main Stage performances are booked according to the Festival's budget and scheduling needs.
Designed to give new and emerging artists a taste of performing with professional production, our Emerging Artists Stage is located at the Pinafore Park Dance Pavilion It also boasts professional sound production, but with less extensive lighting and sound equipment. This venue also houses a Beer Garden and can accommodate crowds of up to 300 of your screaming fans / friends / relatives. Every performer has to start somewhere - this is your chance. Book a single song or a full set, or join in one of our "open-mic" jam sessions. Try out new material or develop your stage presence - anything goes (almost) on the Community Stage!
Community Stage performances are not paid a fixed fee, but donations are collected via "pass the hat." You also receive the same hospitality benefits as the Main Stage artists
