2026 Music in the Parks Application to Perform

Music in the Parks Performer Application
You are applying to perform in the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s (MPRB) Music in the Parks Series. These concerts take place at venues across Minneapolis; Lake Harriet Bandshell, Minnehaha Falls Park,Water Works, The Commons, Father Hennepin Park, Loring Park and Bryant Square Park. The series runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The concerts are 60-90 minutes in length. Please note there are schedule changes from previous years, so please read the application carefully.

Our focus is to highlight new and upcoming artists, continue building relationships with the music community, while balancing our current relationships with established artist/bands who have built a growing fanbase within our music series. Therefore, your previous participation in the Minneapolis Music in the Parks program is not a guarantee that you will have a future spot.

Thank you!
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Artist Photo (for use in MPRB Music & Movies social media)

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What is the Artist name?*
Musical Genre (please check one that most closely describes your music)*

Hip HopSoulCountryFunkClassicalHeavy MetalBig BandRhythm & Blues (R&B)RockInternational MusicOther
Describe the Artist in 5 words of less (to be used for printed series schedule)*
(this description will be used in Music and Movies advertising, if you are chosen to participate in the music series)
Is it a solo or group performance?*

Solo PerformanceGroup PerformanceOther
Does your act include any potentially problematic or controversial content?*

YesNo
If your act includes any potentially problematic or controversial content, please describe it.
Please list all materials or equipment you will be using during your performance.*
Written input list*
Upload a Stage Plot (input list) for the band's needs (how should the stage look?) *

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Venue Preference*

	First	Second	Third	Fourth	Fifth	Don't Want
Lake Harriet (Sound system with technician provided)
Minnehaha Falls (Sound system with technician provided)
Father Hennepin (Fender Passport* supported with technician provided)
Water Works (Fender Passport* supported with technician, with venue support)
The Commons (Fender Passport* supported with technician, with venue support)
Loring Park (Fender Passport* supported, no technician, with venue support)
Bryant Square Park (Fender Passport* supported, no technician, with venue support)

*More information about the Fender Passport
Would you be available for a weekday performance at 12 NOON?*

YesNo

Availability (please select all that apply)*

	Yes - Available
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

Would you like to be considered for opportunities outside of the music in the parks series, whether it be paid or not?

YesNo
Do you require additional accommodations, supplies, or materials from us? (chairs, music stands, mic stands, podium, piano chair, etc)*

YesNo
If so, please state them
Social medial links (Facebook, X, Instagram, Band camp, Spotify, Apple Music)*
Artist Website*
Fun facts about your band (to be used for social media)
Have you performed in our series before?*

YesNo
Check box for each of the following statements*

I understand that I am not guaranteed a spot in the 2026 Music in the Park SeriesI understand the dates I'm requesting may not be availableI understand that by NOT submitting a stage plot and/or input list and/or stage plot, the application is incomplete and will not be considered for the Music in the Park SeriesI understand that this is not a paid performance
Please share any additional comments that you find relevant for your application
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Music in the Parks Performer Application