Living Traditions Festival - Salt Lake City Arts Council

LIVING TRADITIONS PRESENTS

The Living Traditions Festival will return to Washington and Library Square on

May 19-21, 2023

The Living Traditions Festival supports the diverse artistic traditions and perspectives through the presentation of both historical and contemporary customs, facilitating thoughtful conversations about the unique qualities of various cultures, and the similarities of the human experience, while creating bonds among community members. By preserving the cultural traditions of their community, Living Traditions artists make a great contribution to our sense of place and help demonstrate Salt Lake City as a diverse and vibrant place to live. Admission is free for all event attendees, which brings together over 90 cultures that have made Salt Lake City their home.

Interest forms to participate in the 2023 Living Traditions Festival are now live!

You may fill out an interest form to be a performing artist, craft artist vendor, or food vendor. Interest forms are due Wednesday March 1st at 11:59pm. Our notification date will be Friday March 24^th

If you do not have access to computers or WiFi to apply, the Main Library Branch of the Salt Lake City Public Library System offers free computer and WiFi access. You may also stop by the Art Barn offices (54 Finch Lane) in person Wednesday February 1, 8 and 15 from 3-5pm, or by scheduling an appointment.

We do our best to respond to inquiries in a timely manner, however we may not be able to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner during the final days prior to the interest form due date. Please give yourself ample time to complete the application.

*Please note, you will have to create a Submittable account in order to complete the interest form

Performing Artists

Performing Artists Interest Forms

Craft Artist Vendors

Craft Artist Vendors Interest Forms

Food Vendors

Food Vendors Interest Forms

PERFORMING ARTISTS

The traditional performances of music and dance provide a rich array of rhythm, movement, instruments, and vocals that engage the audience. Music and dance are often at the heart of cultural expressions found in every community, developed for celebratory, sacred and daily occasions. The performances also represent all ages, connecting the generations. These performing groups commit to preserving the traditional songs and dance of their respective communities and spend many hours in classes, rehearsal, and preparation.