2026 Kansas City Festival Opportunities
Bring your talent, business, organization or community spirit to the 18th & Vine Arts Festival, September 25–27, 2026, in Kansas City’s Historic 18th & Vine District.
Choose Your 2026 Festival Path
Each pathway leads to the festival’s official information or application page. Review the current requirements, deadlines and selection details for your category before submitting.
Visual Artists
Share original work with festivalgoers and connect with a community that values human creativity.
Artist InformationFashion Designers
Explore the official path for Rock the Runway, the festival’s Friday-night fashion experience.
Rock the RunwayPerformers
Find information about Live on the Vine and opportunities to bring music and performance to the district.
Live on the VineFood Trucks
Serve festival audiences and represent Kansas City’s food culture throughout the weekend.
Food Truck DetailsYouth Creatives
Help young artists find a welcoming route to create, learn and be seen during the festival.
Youth Artist Sign-UpSponsors & Organizations
Support artists, cultural preservation and community-centered programming in Historic 18th & Vine.
Sponsor the FestivalVolunteers
Contribute your time and energy to help create a welcoming festival experience for the community.
Volunteer InformationThree Days, Many Ways to Participate
Rock the Runway
Fashion, creative expression and an energetic opening night from 5–10 PM.
Live on the Vine
A full festival day with artists, live entertainment and food from 10 AM–10 PM.
Soulful Sunday
Close the weekend with art, culture, family and community from 10 AM–5 PM.
Festival Opportunity FAQ
When is the 2026 18th & Vine Arts Festival?
The festival is September 25–27, 2026, in Kansas City’s Historic 18th & Vine District.
Where can I find current requirements?
Use the official link for your category above. Each linked page contains the most current information for that opportunity.
Does submitting an application guarantee selection?
No. Participation is subject to the requirements and selection process described on the relevant official application page.
Can organizations support the festival?
Yes. Visit the sponsorship page to explore ways your organization can support artists, community programming and the festival experience.
Bring Your Creativity to the Vine
Choose your pathway, review the official details and take the next step toward the 2026 festival.