Community Cultural Event Application

2026 Community Cultural Experience application

Thank you for your interest in hosting a Community Cultural Experience for this year’s Festival, taking place October 9-17!

This is the first year we’re trying an online application form, with hope to expedite the process for all community groups and Festival staff when processing. We appreciate your help in using this form but if you have any concerns or questions, please reach out to: outreach@celticcolours.ca or 902-371-1067.

We are happy to help in any way, including providing a physical copy of this form, if you’d prefer.

Applicant Information

Name

First

Last

Phone

Email

Are you the only contact for this application?

Yes
No

If no, please provide contact information for a second contact.

Organization Information

Is your organization a non-profit and/or community group?

i.e., not a business

Yes
No

If no, please explain below

What is the name of your non-profit and/or community group?

Does your community have a strong volunteer-base you can call on to help host your event?

Yes
No
Unsure

(ticket Attendance you

Event Details

Event Type

Select at least one option.

Learning Opportunities (workshops, lectures, demonstrations, etc.)
Participatory Events (jam sessions, open mic, square dances, etc.)
Community Meal
Outdoor Event/Activity
Art and/or Craft (visual/heritage)
Farm Market

Event Details

Select at least one option.

Learning Opportunities (workshops, lectures, demonstrations, etc.)
Participatory Events (jam sessions, open mic, square dances, etc.)
Community Meal
Outdoor Event/Activity
Art and/or Craft (visual/heritage)
Farm Market

Is your meal planned for before or after a nearby concert?

Yes
No

Approved Meals have the option for Box Office service (ticket sales via the Celtic Colours box office). If approved, and your meal is planned to accompany a nearby concert, would you like to use the box office service?

Yes
No

What is the title/name of your event?

Preferred date and time:

Tip: keep in mind, this will be confirmed or subject-to-reschedule, depending on all Festival events. Outreach Coordinator, Nicole, will work with your community group to find the best date/time, if there is a conflict.

Date

Time

Event venue (name):

Event venue (civic address):

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Where would your event be held?

Tip: include the venue name and civic address

Does the venue have washrooms?

Yes
No

Is the venue fully accessible?

Tip: if you select unsure, the Outreach Coordinator will be in touch to discuss.

Yes
No
Unsure

Event Description

Please describe your event in a short paragraph, answering these questions: What will take place? What can attendees expect from your event/experience?

Tip: use third-person language and avoid using ‘we’ or ‘our’, for example: Visit a scenic seaside village for a guided workshop on lobster trap making. Learn about the local community’s fishing culture, while making a unique keepsake.

For your Attendees

Fee (if any):

Are there Attendance terms your attendees should know?

How should customers/attendees contact you/your group?

Tip: this would be for ticket purchases or reservations, and general inquiries.

Community Cultural Event Application