Important details:
One official Frequency Fest NYC performance is guaranteed per invited artist.
Showcase slots run an average of 15-20 minutes.
Frequency Fest NYC '26 will take place July 11th & 12th, 2026 in Brooklyn NY. All artists will be notified once selected via email and given the proper materials to promote.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2026
Final Deadline: May 31, 2026
All deadlines end at 11:59pm EST.
🏆 FIRST COME FIRST SERVE.🏆
🛑Frequency Fest does not provide artist backline or cover travel and accommodation expenses unless selected as a headliner.
🛑A non-refundable application Fee of $35 is required for submission. This application fee helps cover administrative costs, promotion, and production expenses for Frequency Fest NYC ’26. This fee supports the overall quality and sustainability of the event. All applicants who pay the fee will receive entry to the festival.
🛑The application fee is only to confirm serious submissions. Once accepted, there’s no additional cost to perform or promote. THIS IS AN ARTIST EXCHANGE PLATFORM, NOT PAY-TO-PLAY!
Hardship Waiver
At Frequency Fest NYC, we are committed to supporting artists of all backgrounds. Financial barriers should never prevent talented performers from sharing their work. We offer a limited number of hardship waivers.
Click Here To Apply For Hardship Waiver Request
Frequency Fest NYC Applications are open to:
All music genres, poets, bands, DJ's, comedians
Artists from around the world
Signed and unsigned artists
If invited to perform at Frequency Fest NYC, performing members will receive Artist Wristbands. Artist Wristbands grant access to the festival as an official performer and grant you a plus 3.
Within 1 week of submitting the application you will receive a confirmation email from Frequency Fest. If you do not receive notification within 1 week, please follow up by email to ensure your showcase application has been submitted properly and is under consideration.
Budget Description
Frequency Fest NYC ’26 is committed to fair and equitable compensation to all performers. While there is a baseline compensation range aligned with industry standards, exact payment terms are negotiable and will be determined individually with selected artists. Factors such as set length, technical needs, and experience will be considered during negotiations.
To keep important Frequency Fest updates and emails from landing in your spam folder add our email address to your contact list: frequencyfestnyc@gmail.com
Please provide the information below to apply for Frequency Fest NYC 2026. Frequency Fest NYC will review your application, selected artists will be notified of their invitation status within 1 week of submitting or before the deadline of all submissions.