Previously, grant funding allowed us to offer free registration for this event and helped absorb some of the costs. Unfortunately, that funding is no longer available.
Organizing a festival of this scale takes significant time, coordination, and administrative support to accommodate as many creatives as possible. We’ve worked to keep fees lower than many similar events in order to remain as accessible as possible.
Early registration is encouraged and offered at a lower rate, as vendor placement becomes more limited as participation increases. Musicians and performers are especially encouraged to register early, as they are typically placed first.