Unreal City 2026 Application Form

Unreal City 2026 takes place January 15-18 at Russian Hall and other venues in K'emk'emeláy/Vancouver.

Submissions close August 29, 2025.

Artist name *

Artist members + roles *

Location (indicate state/country if not in Canada) *

Website

Spotify (or other streaming service)

Bandcamp

Instagram

Up to 3 other bands you (or other people) think you sound like

Song link 1 *
Please ensure we can download it - GDrive or similar, SoundCloud private links with download enabled work too

Song link 2 *
Please ensure we can download it - GDrive or similar, SoundCloud private links with download enabled work too

Link to your best, most representative live performance video

Link to press clipping 1

Link to press clipping 2

We will use the information in the following two questions to ensure representation and diversity in the festival lineup:

Use the space below to include any details about the racial, ethnic or cultural makeup of yourself or your band

If you or any of your band members self-identify as LGBTQ+, please use the space below to elaborate in whatever way you feel comfortable

Please indicate ways in which you or your band contributes to the artistic and cultural community of "Vancouver." Shows organized, causes supported, assistance rendered, etc.

Unreal City is a nonprofit, collaborative, community-driven organization dedicated to giving local artists a platform while raising their profile. Please acknowledge that as a 2026 participant, your project would be committed to supporting these goals *

Please note: The following question will not be used in weighing artist eligibility for Unreal City 2026

As a DIY festival we're always looking for volunteers. Please indicate any ways in which you or your band might be able to contribute volunteer help (i.e. have car will travel, multimedia support, general setup etc.)