Festivals accepting DJ and artist applications in United States (2027)
6 festivals are taking DJ and artist applications for 2027 in United States, as of 26 October 2026. The table lists each open call with its dates, town and closing date, soonest closing first. Press Apply now to send your EPK in a couple of minutes: your first application is free. New calls open every week, so check back or set an alert below.
Last updated 20 October 2026.
This page is the 2027 season at a glance. For every call open today, any year, with Pro early access and deadlines in full, see festivals open for applications.
| Festival | Dates | Town | Closing date | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami International GuitART Festival (MIGF) 2027 | 22–31 Jan 2027 | Miami, United States | 15 Nov 2026 | Apply now |
| Live Arts Miami Public Space Performance Festival 2027 | 1 Mar–31 May 2027 | Miami, United States | 30 Nov 2026 | Apply now |
| Summerfest 2027 | 24 Jun–10 Jul 2027 | Milwaukee, United States | 2 Dec 2026 | Apply now |
| Miami Beach Youth Music Festival 2027 | 6 Mar 2027 | Miami Beach, United States | 11 Dec 2026 | Apply now |
| Groove Cruise 2027 | 21–25 Jan 2027 | Miami, United States | No deadline given | Apply now |
| SXSW 2027 | 15–21 Mar 2027 | Austin, United States | No deadline given | Apply now |
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How do I apply to festivals in United States as a DJ?
Press Apply now next to a festival. You give your act name, email, genre, home city and one to three links to your music; we email you a link to confirm, then send your application to the organiser with your EPK.
Is it free to apply?
Your first festival application is free on the Free plan. Paid plans add more applications: Basic (£10/month) and Pro (£24/month). New artist and DJ accounts get a 14-day Pro trial with no card needed.
When do 2027 festival open calls open?
Most 2027 festivals open DJ and artist applications between autumn 2026 and spring 2027, and many close two to four months before the event. New calls are added here as soon as StageOS finds them.