Musician Application

The Applefest Advisory Committee is currently seeking applications from musicians who are interested in performing at Applefest on Saturday, September 26^th, 2026, between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm on an outdoor stage in Brighton’s Memorial Park. Each musical group will be allotted approximately an hour of time to perform. There are no headliners at Applefest. 

Stage Setup and Available Equipment

Applefest is able to provide the following equipment for selected musicians:

• PA system
• speakers
• monitors
• mic stands, and
• microphones.

Please note: Applefest Music Coordinator will reach out to you ahead of the festival if you are selected to ensure all equipment is compatible with your setup.  

About the Application Process

The application process is two steps:

1. Interested musicians/musical groups must submit an application to the Applefest Music Coordinator for consideration.
2. Selected musicians/musical groups will then be contacted by the Applefest Musical Coordinator to complete next steps.

How are applications reviewed and approved?

All applications are reviewed by the Applefest Coordinator and are selected based on the following criteria...

Submit an Application

Submit an Application Online | Download an Application Form

Please note: Applications are available starting April 1st. Hardcopies of applications are available during regular working hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, at the Brighton Municipal Centre located at 35 Alice Street. All applications are due June 1st. No extensions will be granted, and no late applications will be accepted. We remind musicians that Applefest is a curated event. The Music Coordinator reserves the right to accept and/or decline applications using their professional judgment.

Questions about completing the application or the application process? Please contact Dennis Budgell, Applefest Music Coordinator at dennisbudgell@hotmail.com.