ARTSFEST OPEN MIC APPLICATION
Where: The Locker Room, 1-4 pm
About: Benton County ArtsFest will include Street and Open Mic Performances, Make and Take art projects, Art and Craft Vendors and Demonstrations, Sidewalk Chalk contest, and an Art Competition.
Objectives: The objectives of this event are to showcase different forms of art by our talented Benton County artists, while inspiring visitors to explore and express their own creativity. The vendor show will provide the public with an opportunity to enjoy and purchase unique handmade art and crafts, to interact with working artists in the community, and to raise the level of awareness and appreciation for the creativity of our local artisans.
Application Deadline: June 12, 2026
Our open mic will be located at The Locker Room, 413 East Main St. in Warsaw. Open Mic participants will share their musical and spoken word talents here with a smaller audience than our main stage performers.
Performance applications are open to:
Music
Comedy
Poetry
Storytelling
Monologue/Speech
Special performance talents
Performances will be held from 1pm-4pm. All content must be family-friendly. Please ensure your performance time does not exceed 15 minutes. The time slots offered are hourly. We will do our best to accommodate as you arrive. Please make plans to enjoy the talented artists performing during your hour time slot. We look forward to having a successful turnout.
Shuttle service will be offered from the main ArtsFest area to the Locker Room for those who wish to enjoy both locations. Please consider performing on our outdoor stage as well as at the open mic location! We will do our best to coordinate our schedules so you are able to do so.