Arts Alive! Now Accepting Performance and Vendor Applications

Calling all performers, crafters, vendors, literary artists, musicians, comedians, singers and dancers! Arts Alive! 2025 is now accepting performance applications, as well as vendor applications. Arts Alive! is an annual family-friendly arts festival co-produced by the Prince William County Arts Council, Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Hylton Performing Arts Center. The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 14 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. The deadline for artist applications is Sunday, July 13.
 
"This amazing FREE festival features multiple stages of performers, hands-on activities for kids and adults, art exhibits, crafts, jewelry and food vendors, poetry readings, improv, roaming performances and more," says Carter McClelland, Arts Recreation Specialist for Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation. "Attendees will find excitement around every corner!"
 
Performers may request space on one of four indoor stages and will be given 20-minute performance spots. Technical support will be provided. 
 
Exhibitors and vendors will be set up both indoors and out, weather permitting. Exhibitors wishing to sell items should also fill out the vendor application.
 
Online applications for both vendors and performers are available at www.pwcartscouncil.org. For questions, contact Emily Smith, (703-993-1234) Office Manager, Hylton Performing Arts Center.