Talent | DJ | Performer Application

Music has always been more than entertainment at Know Other Festival. It's how we celebrate, heal, connect, and remember who we are. 

We're looking for DJ's, musicians, bands, live performers, spoken word artists, and other queer creatives who know how to create an expereience, not just play a set. We want artists who lead with authenticity, intention, and community. 

Know Other Festival is a volunteer-led, community-built gathering created for LGBTQ+ women, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive people. Over four days and three nights in nature, attendees come together for wellness workshops, special events, live performances, meaningful conversations, and opportunities for connection and self-discovery.

At KOF, we believe queer community deserves spaces beyond nightlife where people can rest, heal, celebrate, learn, and fully be themselves.

By submitting a talent application, you acknowledge that you will arrive prepared to lead your performance and represent both yourself and Know Other Festival with professionalism, authenticity, inclusivity, and respect for our community.

As a talent, DJ, performer, you agree to uphold the values that guide Know Other Festival:

• Liberation Through Intersectionality
• Community First
• Healing Matters
• Radical Honesty
• Self-Expression
• Consent, Always
• You Are Enough
• Nature Is Part of You
• Your Body Is a Gift

If your sound creates connection, your performance tells a story, and your atistry leaves people feeling more alive than when they arrived, we want to hear from you. 

Thank you for considering sharing your gifts with the KOF community.

Talent Terms & Expectations
Perfomance Commitment
Selected talent are expected to provide (1) one, 1-hour set.  Stage placement, scheduling, and venue assignment will be determined by the final festival programming and site layout.

Accommodations
Due to limited onsite lodging, Know Other Festival is unable to provide structured housing for talent. Talent is welcome to purchase upgraded accommodations if inventory remains available at the time of acceptance.

Honorariums & Reciprocity
Know Other Festival is a volunteer-led, community-fund event built with intention, heart, and reciprocity. While we are unable to guarantee placement for all applicants, we strive to honor the time, expertise, and contributions of our facilitators through a variety of reciprocal arrangements.

Selected talent will discuss compensation and participation details with a member of our Leadership Team. Honorariums, when offered, are provided at the discretion of KOF and may be valued up to $300..

Community Promotion
Talent are important ambassadors of the KOF community. Selected talent agree to participate in reasonable pre-festival promotional efforts, including sharing festival announcements, set information, and social media content.

A talent media kit, including graphics and suggested copy, will be provided by the Marketing Team.

Technical Information
To ensure a successful workshop experience, all talent must submit a technical rider outlining any equipment, materials, or support needed for their session.

Talent and artists are responsible for providing any specialty equipment required for their performance unless otherwise approved in advance.

Know Other Festival can provide:

• Handheld microphones
• Lavalier microphones
• Basic stage/riser setup (where applicable)
• Speaker/sound system
• Device adapters for audio playback

Please note that reliable Wi-Fi and cellular service cannot be guaranteed onsite. Any music, presentations, videos, or digital materials should be downloaded in advance or submitted to the KOF Talent Team prior to arrival.

Inclusion & Community Standards
Know Other Festival is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ women, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive individuals.

We welcome talent and artists from diverse backgrounds, identities, experiences, and disciplines. All facilitators are expected to contribute to a culture of respect, consent, accessibility, and belonging while honoring the values and mission of Know Other Festival.

By submitting an application, you acknowledge that you have read and understand these expectations and agree to represent yourself and Know Other Festival with professionalism, authenticity, and care for our community.