Secret Dreams 2026 Installation and Activation Application

Secret Dreams 2026 Installation and Activation Application
Secret Dreams is a multi-genre music & arts festival with a focus on bringing together dream-worthy lineups in a space transformed by our unbelievable community of artists that continues to grow each year.

We are a bold community of dreamers, jammers, bass fiends, artists, art enthusiasts, nomads, and creatives.

The 5th Annual Secret Dreams Music & Arts Festival will take place at The Cardinal Center in Marengo, Ohio, from Friday, September 4th through Sunday, September 6th, 2026. Early Arrival begins Wednesday, September 2nd, and the Pre-Party kicks things off Thursday, September 3rd.

Applications close Friday, April 24th.
What we're looking for

Interactive spaces, liminal decor, seating areas, chill zones, viewing portals, games and scavenger hunts. All these would ideally play into the themes of space, time, and dreams.
Company Name*
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Website
Business Address*
Status of Services
Project Title*
Proposal Link*
Brief Description of Services or Art Installation*
Number of hours of operation / programming per day during event
Dimensions of installation *
width x length x height
Technical Rider: *
Heavy machinery, equipment, staging, lighting, etc. needed to complete install. Please plan to be as self-sufficient as possible.
Power Needs*
Estimate your overall power needs for your project, please specify CIRCUIT COUNT and AMPS.
Notes / Needs
Estimated Budget*
Please account for all material, labor, travel and other expenses in this price.
Payment Terms
Payment Notes
W9 Link
ACH Form Link
Void Check / Bank Letter
Deposit Invoice Link
Balance Due Invoice Link
What are your current coverage limits for your insurance policy*
If you do not have insurance for your project, you'll need to acquire it for at least the dates your team is on site.
Insurance Notes
COI Link
Paperwork Notes
Production Schedule
Estimated Number of Build Days
Estimated Number of Strike Days
Travel In Date*

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Date
First Work Date*

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Date
Last Work Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Travel Out Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Total Number of Staff Onsite*
Is your entire staff starting and ending on the same day?*
List each staff job title and number of people in that role*
Staffing Notes
Total number of vehicles that need parking*
Total number of working vehicles*
These are vehicles needing to access build site
Total number of vehicles making a delivery needing a temporary pass
Total number of RVs*
RV Specifications*
Total Number of Dead Trucks*
These are trucks that will be parked at a remote location and unable to move during show.
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Secret Dreams 2026 Installation and Activation Application

What we're looking for