pioneer square >>> belltown
// september 20, 2025 // 12:00
>>> 6:00 pm
// september 20, 2025 // 12:00 >>> 6:00 pm
call for artists
proposal deadline has passed + the call for artists for 2025 is closed
Artists of all disciplines were invited to propose live performances, temporary projects, and creative activations to populate a 3-kilometer route from Pioneer Square to Belltown that includes urban parks, plazas, sidewalks, and empty storefronts.
// curators
Alice gosti — performance
Philippe hyojung kim - visual art
steven severin - music
meli darby - music
faq
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The proposal deadline for this year’s event was april 30, 2025.
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Yes, performance and exhibition fee amounts will vary based on proposal type and duration. Fees will typically be within the range of $50 - $2500 per performance or activation. To receive compensation, you must be eligible to work in the United States.
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No, compensation is limited to performance and exhibition fees.
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Artists 18 years and older of all disciplines. Categories within the call for artist form include: Music, visual art, performance (performance art, dance, circus, theatre, etc.), and other (open field). Priority will be given to artists who live/work within King County, WA.
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Yes, the virtual info session was held on April 14, 2025.
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Yes, the application was created to support a wide range of disciplines and formats along the route. We encourage you to download the preview of the call for artists before filling out the form.
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yes, this is encouraged.
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Notification of acceptance and distribution of contracts will take place by May 30, 2025.
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Yes, artists of all disciplines were invited to join the route walk. The deadline for proposals was april 30. Accepted artists will have additional opportunities to walk the route ahead of the event.
For additional questions email info[a]walkdontrun-sea.org