The Norman Music Festival sends this information as posted below:
Norman, OK [October 14, 2025] Mark your calendars now, Norman Music Festival (NMF) returns to Downtown Norman, Oklahoma, April 23–25, 2026. For three days, Main Street transforms into a vibrant celebration of live music, visual art, food, and community, all completely free to the public.
Now entering its 18th year, NMF is proud to announce the opening of applications for performers, vendors, media, and volunteers, alongside a fresh invitation for sponsors and creative partners to help shape the 2026 experience.
Open Calls Include:
Artists & Bands: Musicians of all genres are encouraged to apply for a chance to perform on one of NMF’s dynamic stages.
Vendors: Food trucks, artists, and makers can apply for booth space to showcase their work to tens of thousands of festivalgoers.
Media: Journalists, photographers, and videographers are invited to apply for press credentials to cover one of the region’s largest cultural events.
Volunteers: The driving force behind the festival’s success, NMF volunteers help bring each stage, street, and set to life.
“Norman Music Festival is built by and for the community. It’s a space where local creativity thrives, national talent converges, and everyone – from businesses to fans to volunteers – plays a part in something bigger than themselves,” said Shari Jackson, Executive Director of Norman Music Alliance. “Each year, we’re amazed by the spirit this festival brings to Downtown Norman.”
NMF remains 100% free thanks to the support of local businesses, community organizations, and cultural advocates who believe in the transformative power of the arts. For 2026, the festival is actively seeking new sponsorships, brand activations, and cross-sector partnerships that align with its mission to keep independent music and creative culture accessible to all.
Whether you’re a major media outlet looking for a unique story, a regional brand aiming to make a bold community impact, or an innovative startup with a wild idea, NMF wants to hear from you.
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About Norman Music Festival
Since its launch in 2008, Norman Music Festival has grown into Oklahoma’s largest independent music festival, drawing more than 100,000 attendees across a weekend filled with over 200 performances. From national acts like The Drums, Omar Apollo, Japanese Breakfast, and Portugal. The Man to breakout Oklahoma artists like Jabee, Husbands, Cliffdiver, and Stepmom, NMF offers a discovery-driven experience where fans come for the headliners but stay for the hidden gems.
Spread across four outdoor stages and more than a dozen local venues, the festival is a grassroots-powered celebration of music, creativity, and connection.
Explore sponsorship opportunities, submit your application, or get involved today at www.normanmusicfestival.com.
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