We’re thrilled to announce that the Holiday Music Festival is returning to Mall of America® for the 2024 holiday season! If your group is interested in participating, please fill out a Performance Interest Application. Selected groups will be invited to proceed with registration. Below, you’ll find details about our registration process and key performance information.
Performance Interest Application
be considered for the 2024 Holiday Music Festival, all performance groups must submit a Performance Interest Application by Friday, October 4. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be reviewed. Mall of America Management will assess each application and select groups for the next stage of registration. Please include a performance video or audio link with your application. All applicants will receive notification via email during the second week of October regarding their application status. Please note: performances are unpaid and conducted on a voluntary basis.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
Please click here to submit a Performance Interest Application.
Performance Dates
Starting December 12, performances will take place Thursday – Sunday, continuing until December 29.
Performance Schedule
- Thursday: Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
- Friday: Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m., Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
- Sunday: Noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m.
Performance Location
Holiday Music Festival performances will take place in the Huntington® Bank Rotunda, located on the Mall's East side. The Rotunda will be the main stage for the festival and will showcase all types of performances. The Rotunda can accommodate groups of up to 70 members. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate performance groups whose membership exceeds these numbers.
Music Selection
Mall of America warmly welcomes guests from all backgrounds and beliefs. The Holiday Music Festival aims to celebrate the season with holiday-themed musical performances that resonate with everyone. To ensure an inclusive experience, performers + groups must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Holiday-Themed Music: Performances should be centered around festive, holiday-themed music. Please be aware of the differences between holiday music and worship music.
- No Proselytizing or Religious Content: To maintain a welcoming environment, performances must avoid proselytizing, preaching, sermons or prayers.
Due to the high volume of requests + questions, all communication regarding Holiday Music Festival must be done via email, holidaymusicfestival@moa.net. We look forward to working with you soon!