2026 Stage Band Application
Thank you for your interest in performing at the City of Newcastle’s 2026 Summer Events. Please note that submission or prior performance does not guarantee acceptance. Our Community Activities Commission curates a fresh and varied lineup of stage bands each year, seeking engaging, high-quality performances that will excite and appeal to our community.
Deadline:
Please submit your application by March 2. The selection process takes place in March.
Notification:
Most updates and decisions are shared via email, so please provide a valid address that you check regularly.
Contact:
Questions or need help? Reach out to:
Amy George, Events & Recreation Coordinator
📧 events@newcastlewa.gov
📞 425-386-4106
General Information
Band Name:
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Booking Contact / Agent:
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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(000) 000-0000
Event Dates
All Summer Events are held at Lake Boren Park. Select the dates you’d like to be considered for. Times shown are performance times.
Fireworks on the Lake: July 2, 8:00 - 10:00 p.m., 4,000+ attendance
Concert in the Park: July 22, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., up to 1,000 attendance
Concert in the Park: July 29, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., up to 1,000 attendance
Concert in the Park: August 5, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., up to 1,000 attendance
Concert in the Park: August 12, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., up to 1,000 attendance
Newcastle Days: September 19, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., 1,000+ attendance
Performance Information
Number of Band Members
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Genre / Style of Music
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Website / Socials / Video Links
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Performance Fee Range
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considering venue, show length, audience size
List three words that best capture your band, sound, or stage presence.
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Have you played at our events or in neighboring cities? If yes, list when and where.
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BEFORE YOU SUBMIT
Required Paperwork:
If chosen, your band’s contact or booking agent will need to complete a contract and provide a W-9 for payment processing.
Sound Team:
We partner with AT Productions, an experienced sound team that will work with you and your stage plot to ensure a high-quality, professional performance.
Stage & Venue:
Performances take place on an outdoor 16′ × 32′ canopied stage and continue in most weather conditions, unless rain presents a risk to equipment.
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