06/02/2026
Call for Artists: Interactive and Experiential Creators Wanted for Downtown St. Cloud’s August Art Crawl
www.visitdowntownstc.com/art-crawl
“This activity is made possible in part, by a grant from the Central MN Arts Board with funds appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature from its general fund.”
The St. Cloud Downtown Alliance/ Downtown Art Crawl is officially seeking artist proposals for the upcoming August Art Crawl, taking place in historic downtown St. Cloud on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
This August’s event will feature a special focus on demonstrative and experiential community arts —they want creators who can engage the public through live demonstrations, interactive projects, and hands-on artistic experiences.
"Art is something to be experienced, not just viewed," said Committee Chair Katy Copa "With the support of the Central Minnesota Arts Board, we are able to compensate artists to pull back the curtain on their creative process. Whether it’s live pottery throwing, interactive mural painting, or community-driven weaving, we want to bring vibrancy and hands-on learning to St. Germain Street."
Artist Opportunity Details:
• Event Date & Time: Friday, August 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Historic Downtown St. Cloud (indoor and outdoor spaces along St. Germain Street)
• Seeking: Artists of all mediums (visual, craft, performance, literary) capable of providing live demonstrations, interactive community art-making, or highly engaging visual installations. Group performances are also welcomed to apply.
• Compensation: Funding from the CMAB grant will be used to provide stipends for selected interactive/demonstrative feature.
How to Apply:
Interested artists, makers, and cultural creators are invited to submit their proposals online. Applications must include a description of the proposed demonstration or interactive community element, sample images of work, and material requirements.
• Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 (artists will be notified by early July)
• Where to Apply: Artists can submit their applications online at www.visitdowntownstc.com/art-crawl
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