Entertainment Application

Thank you for your interest in applying for our Main Street Festivals.  We’re currently looking for live entertainers/performers of all types to appear on our Main Stage, Acoustic Stage, Busker's Corner and street performers for our upcoming festivals.  As a nonprofit, entertainers donate their time, but will be promoted on event site(s) and our festival app.    Important Dates: 
PumpkinFest | October 26, 2024
Entertainment Application Deadline | September 3, 2024
Entertainment Application Notification Date | September 9, 2024  

The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 39th Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family Fall festival that returns on Saturday, October 26, 2024. With more than 115,000 people in attendance in 2023, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all ages! Join us for a full day of autumn-inspired food and drink, children’s activities, live music, costume contests for pets and families, and outstanding arts & crafts – featuring seasonal and specialty gift items. 150+ Arts & Crafts Vendors 30+ Food & Beverage Vendors Main Stage Entertainment Acoustic Stage Entertainment Buskers Corner Art and Culture Performances Costume Contests Pumpkin Carving & More What Sets Our Festival Apart: PumpkinFest is not just a festival; it's a harvest extravaganza that captures the essence of fall in Williamson County. Nestled amid the changing leaves and crisp air, this festival is a tribute to all things autumn, from vibrant pumpkins and seasonal treats to lively entertainment and heartwarming traditions. Why You Should Apply: Showcase Your Craft: Whether you're an craftsman, entertainer, food vendor, or community organization, PumpkinFest provides a platform to showcase your unique talents and offerings to a diverse and engaged audience. Connect with the Community: Drawing families, friends, and fall enthusiasts, PumpkinFest provides a unique opportunity to connect with the local community. Share your passion, build relationships, and leave a lasting impression on festival-goers. Support Local Heritage: By participating in the PumpkinFest, you contribute to the preservation of Williamson County's rich heritage. The Heritage Foundation is dedicated to preserving the unique charm and traditions that make our community special. How to Apply: Applications are only accepted through Eventeny. Whether you're a seasoned vendor, entertainer, or a non-profit community group with a compelling story to tell, we welcome your application. Important Dates: Arts and Crafts Application Deadline - August 19th Arts and Crafts Notification Date - August 26th Community Partner Application Deadline - August 19th Community Partner Notification Date - September 2nd Food Vendor Application Deadline - September 9th Food Vendor Notification Date - September 16th Entertainment Application Deadline - September 3rd Entertainment Notification Deadline - September 9th

PumpkinFest Performance Terms and Conditions
       If you are selected to perform at the festival, these are the terms. In exchange for the following mutual consideration and promises, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows: 
 
1. Place, date, and time of Show. The parties agree that the time and place of show will be on October 26, 2024, during your assigned time slot. Please be aware that traffic will be heavy on this day so plan to arrive early. Your group must check in with the stage manager 20 minutes before your performance time. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of your performance time. We will send you a special parking pass a week out from your performance. Band/Performers’ sole consideration for this agreement shall be the exposure the Operator and Event shall provide and the promotion that the Operator shall provide of the performance.    
 
2. Description of the Show. You are scheduled for a thirty-minute performance. Your performance will end on time. If for any unforeseen circumstance such as weather, technical complications, etc., your performance, if it starts late, will still end at the time stated. Please refrain from profanity, sexual innuendo and political statements in your performance. Audio technical requirements must be provided two weeks prior to the performance time. 
3. Main Stage Performances take place on the Public Square. The stage is equipped for full band performance. Performers are responsible for bringing all ¼ inch instrument cables.  
4. Acoustic Stage Performances take place near 4th Ave and Main Street. Your performance must be acoustic or through a P.A. system. For those groups using a P.A. system, there will be 4 inputs: 2 DI’s and 2 vocal mics. No more than 2 - 3 people in a group and no drum sets.  Performers are responsible for bringing all ¼ inch instrument cables. Or 4 mics and 4 DI’s will be provided. You will not need to check in with a stage manager at this location, but there will be a sound person on site.      5. Buskers Corner performances take place on 3rd Ave South near Church Street. There will be a Bose L1 Model 1S System - Single B1 Bass Package. Solo acts only. The system has 1 microphone, and 1 input for guitar/keyboard, etc. 
6. Sound. Sound volume is at the complete discretion of the sound tech provided by contractors hired by the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County.