Call for Performers for 14th Annual TEDxSaltLakeCity Event, “Serendipity, Hacked.”
Applications are open until April 30th!
[Salt Lake City, UT] — [April 14, 2026] — [TEDxSaltLakeCity] is now accepting applications for performers to participate in the 14th Annual Event, “Serendipity, Hacked,” — How Unexpected Discoveries Can Lead to Breakthroughs in Technology, Entertainment, and Design.
This dynamic event will showcase innovative performances that explore the power of unexpected discovery and creative breakthroughs across disciplines. Organizers are seeking a diverse range of performers including musicians, dancers, spoken word artists, technologists, interdisciplinary performers, whose work aligns with the event’s theme.
Applications will open on April 14, 2026, and close on April 30, 2026. All applicants will be notified of their selection status by May 5, 2026.
All performances must be no longer than 6 minutes. Please note that this is an unpaid opportunity; no monetary compensation will be provided.
“This year’s theme celebrates the unexpected moments that spark innovation,” said Jennafer Martin, Chairperson. “We are excited to bring together performers who can creatively interpret how serendipity drives progress in technology, entertainment, and design.”
Interested performers can apply below:
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Key Dates:
📌 Performer Applications Open: April 14-30, 2026
📌 Event Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Salt Lake City
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About TEDxSaltLakeCity
In the spirit of "ideas change everything," TED has created TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxSaltLakeCity, where x = independently organized TED event. At TEDxSaltLakeCity, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas change everything, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)
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