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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 26, 2024
Media Contact:
Lisa Malo, Marketing Director
Downtown Worcester BID
508-622-3050 x4, marketing@downtownworcester.org
WORCESTER, MA – The Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District (BID) announces a call for proposals for lighting and public art installations for the 2024 Festival of Lights, hosted by the City of Worcester. This beloved annual event, scheduled for Friday, December 6, 2024, marks the official start of the holiday season in Worcester, drawing thousands of residents and visitors to the Worcester Common for a night of festivities, performances, and community celebration.
The BID is once again coordinating holiday lighting elements for Downtown and is seeking innovative lighting proposals for two types of projects: temporary installations that will be showcased on the Worcester Common during the Festival of Lights event, and semi-permanent installations that will remain on display throughout the season, from Friday, December 6, 2024, through Friday, February 28, 2025.
This initiative aligns with the BID’s mission to foster a vibrant and welcoming Downtown, using public art and creative lighting to enhance the city's cultural landscape. Proposals are encouraged to be imaginative, energy-efficient, and designed with both the Festival of Lights and the entire winter season in mind.
General Submission Guidelines:
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Proposal Deadline: Friday, September 20, 2024
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Budget: Total funding of up to $30,000 is available, with proposals accepted across three project tiers.
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Notification Period: Selected proposals will be notified by Monday, September 30, 2024.
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Installation Period: Projects will be installed between Thursday, November 21 and Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
For detailed submission guidelines, project specifications, and budget tiers, please refer to the official Request for Proposals (RFP) available at: tinyurl.com/FestivalOfLightsRFP2024
For RFP questions, contact Downtown Worcester BID Program Coordinator Alex Monaco at programcoordinator@downtownworcester.org or 508-622-3050 ext. 5.
“The Festival of Lights is a cherished tradition that highlights the creativity and spirit of our city,” said City of Worcester Cultural Development Officer Fabian Barracks. “The Downtown Worcester BID team consistently elevates the experience and helps create magic in our city center. So, we're excited to see how this year’s proposals will bring new energy and light to Downtown, creating an unforgettable experience for all who visit.”
“We are thrilled to invite artists, designers, and creative teams to contribute to the 2024 Festival of Lights and to illuminate Downtown Worcester this winter,” said Evelyn Darling, Executive Director of the Downtown Worcester BID. “This is an incredible opportunity to showcase your work to the community and play a key role in making Worcester’s winter season even more magical.”
The BID looks forward to reviewing a wide array of creative submissions that will make this year’s Festival of Lights a truly spectacular event.
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