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PERFORM AT THE DADA BLOCK PARTY
Singers, bands, dance crews, spoken word artists, choirs, and cultural performance groups are invited to apply for the main stage at Debbie Allen’s free Juneteenth celebration for Los Angeles on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
The DADA Block Party is Debbie Allen’s annual gift to Los Angeles, a free community celebration rooted in joy, movement, culture, and connection. Each year, thousands of families, dancers, neighbors, and community members come together for one extraordinary day of live performances, free dance master classes, carnival rides, games, and community celebration.
We are now accepting performer submissions for the main stage and are seeking artists and groups who can help bring the energy, diversity, and spirit of Los Angeles to life.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
We welcome applications from:
Singers & Vocalists
Choirs & Youth Ensembles
Bands & Live Music Acts
Spoken Word
Dance Crews & Performance Groups
Cultural Performance Groups
All performances should be family-friendly, stage-ready, and appropriate for a multigenerational audience.
WHY PERFORM?
Why perform at DADA?
Performing at the DADA Block Party means sharing your artistry at one of Los Angeles’ most joyful and community-centered public celebrations. The event draws more than 5,000 attendees and places artists in front of families, community leaders, dancers, students, and neighbors from across the city.
This is more than a stage slot — it’s a chance to be part of a day where the streets belong to everyone.
EVENT DETAILS
Event Details:
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Event: DADA Block Party
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Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
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Time: 12 PM–7 PM
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Location: 1850 S. Manhattan Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019
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Audience: Families, youth, community members, artists, and neighbors from across Los Angeles
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Stage environment: Outdoor main stage as part of a free Juneteenth celebration with live performances, dance classes, rides, and community activities
PERFORMER EXPECTATIONS
Please apply if your act is:
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Family-friendly and appropriate for all ages
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Ready to perform in an outdoor community event setting
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Able to provide a video sample or performance link
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Available on Sunday, June 7, 2026
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Excited to be part of a celebration centered on joy, culture, and community
You may be asked to perform a short set depending on the final event schedule and number of selected acts.
SELECTION PROCESS
What Happens Next?
Our team will review submissions and select acts based on artistic quality, readiness, fit for the event, family-friendly content, and overall program balance. Because stage time is limited, we may not be able to accommodate every strong submission.
Selected artists will be contacted with next steps, timing, and production details.
