Arts Alive! 2025 is now open for performance and vendor applications. The annual arts festival, co-produced by the Prince William County Arts Council, the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Hylton Performing Arts Center, will take place on Sunday, September 14 at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. Interested artists have until Sunday, July 13 to submit their applications.
“This amazing FREE festival features multiple stages of performers, hands-on activities for kids and adults, art exhibits, crafts, jewelry and food vendors, poetry readings, improv, roaming performances and more,” stated Carter McClelland from the Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation. “Attendees will find excitement around every corner!”
Performers can request space on one of four indoor stages with 20-minute performance slots available. Technical support will be provided to all performers.
Exhibitors and vendors will be located both indoors and outdoors if weather conditions allow. Those interested in selling items must complete a vendor application.
Applications for both vendors and performers are accessible online at www.pwcartscouncil.org. For inquiries, Emily Smith can be contacted at (703-993-1234), Office Manager at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.



