HolidayFest Entertainer Application - Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area

We are looking for a wide selection of engaging, lively, and talented performers to participate in Downtown Milton HolidayFest on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Performances are typically 30-45 minutes, with 15 minutes reserved between performers for turnover, and will take place on the main stage in Downtown Milton. Performers playing a combination of holiday and non-holiday-themed music are preferred.

Event overview:

Downtown Milton HolidayFest is hosted by the Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area (DMBIA) and will run from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will feature music, visits with Santa, holiday displays, kids’ activities, and more.

Festival Goals and Objectives:

To bring the community together
To provide a festive and safe family-oriented event
To showcase Downtown Milton
To showcase local talent
To showcase all vendors
To provide increased opportunities for businesses
To provide a diverse, inclusive and unique event experience

Target Audience: Families and people of all ages from Milton and surrounding communities

By completing this application, all entertainers agree and consent to the following conditions:

All performances must be suitable for a general family audience rating.
Appropriate clothing must be worn at all times.
Performances may not include any high risk or unsafe elements that may put the public or the performers at risk. (eg. use of knives, fire and other dangerous elements are not permitted).
The comfort and safety of others must never be jeopardized.
Drunken or lewd behaviour will not be tolerated.
A portion of all music played must be holiday-themed.
All entertainers must provide proof of $2 million liability insurance by November 4, 2022. The certificate of insurance must name the Corporation of the Town of Milton (Address: 150 Mary Street, Milton ON L9T 6Z5) AND the Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area (Address: 251 Main St. E, Suite 103, Milton ON L9T 1P1) as an additional insured. If required, you may purchase insurance through the DMBIA instead for a fee of $55.00 + HST.
Payment details will be confirmed if your application is approved.
Please note that HolidayFest will be receiving sponsorship from a number of partners and as such, entertainers may not seek out their own sponsorship related to their performances.

If any of the above conditions are not met, entertainers will not receive payment.

You must apply online to be considered as an entertainer.

The application deadline is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
ONLY selected performers will be notified via phone and/or email
on or before WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022

For any questions or more information, please call 905-876-2773 or email events@downtownmilton.com

Entertainer Application Form

First Name *

Last Name *

Phone *

Email *

Permanent Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Group or stage name (if applicable):

Total number of performers (if applicable):

Are all performers over 18 years of age?

If no, please indicate age:

Names of other group members (if applicable):

Please indicate where we can access demos and/or view past performances (website, YouTube, etc.):

Please indicate how you will use social media and/or your online presence to promote your performance at this festival:

Facebook:

Instagram:

Website:

Other:

Please describe your repertoire and provide details about your typical performance (musical genre, types of entertainment, etc.):

Please indicate any performance requirements (technical, space, equipment, etc.):

Please indicate an expected rate of pay for your stage performance (based on 45 min performance time):

Please indicate who you would like your cheque payable to below.

Cheque can be payable to the name and address provided above.
Cheque to be payable to: (please input details below)

Cheque Details (Full Name, Company Name, Permanent Address)

Please describe your typical audience (age groups, demographics, etc.):

Have you performed at festivals in the past? If so, please list festival names and dates:

WSIB: Please indicate your status with the Worker’s Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). *

WSIB Insured
Letter of Exemption received from WSIB
Neither

Insurance: *

I intend to provide proof of $5 million liability insurance with the certificate naming the Corporation of the Town of Milton (Address: 150 Mary St., Milton ON L9T 6Z5) AND the Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area (Address: 251 Main St. E, Suite 103, Milton ON L9T 1P1) as an additional insured and certificate holder by Wednesday, April 17, 2024
I intend to purchase insurance at a cost of $60 from the DMBIA (payment details will be provided upon acceptance)

If under 18 years of age:

Age

First Name of Guardian:

Last Name of Guardian:

Thank you for your interest. ONLY selected performers will be notified via phone and/or email on or before WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022.

The application deadline is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. ONLY selected performers will be notified via phone and/or email on or before WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022

Entertainer Application Form

If under 18 years of age:

The application deadline is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
ONLY selected performers will be notified via phone and/or email
on or before WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022