SL23B Applications Now Open for Exhibitors and Performers

Save the date! On June 23rd, Second Life turns 23. The 23rd annual Second Life birthday celebration (SL23B) will take place from June 18th through July 19th, 2026. Get ready for a full month of live music, performances, community exhibits, and celebrations across the grid.

This year’s theme is The Golden Age of Hollywood. Think classic cinema, red carpets, vintage glamour, and the magic of the silver screen. While the theme may inspire many builds and performances, exhibits are not required to follow the theme. We encourage you to share what makes your Second Life experience meaningful. Your interests. Your communities. Your creativity.

Every year, we celebrate because of the incredible Residents who bring this world to life. The birthday celebrations are an opportunity to showcase what inspires you and what keeps you coming back.

Exhibitor Applications

We are inviting Residents from across the community to create non-commercial exhibits that reflect the depth and diversity of Second Life. From art and roleplay to communities, nonprofits, and interactive experiences, exhibits highlight the many ways people connect and create together. If you are a merchant who is interested in participating in the SL23B Shop and Hop, that application will be available at the end of April.

As in recent years, two types of exhibitor regions will be available:

• General rated regions

• Adult rated regions

If you would like to participate as an exhibitor at SL23B, please submit your application by May 18th, 2026.

Performer Applications

Performances are a major part of the SL birthday celebrations, bringing energy and entertainment to stages throughout the event. We are looking for a wide range of performers to join the festivities.

DJs, live musicians, singers, dance troupes, theater groups, particle performers, lecturers, workshop hosts, and community storytellers are all welcome to apply. Performances help create the lively atmosphere that makes the birthday celebration memorable for visitors from around the world.

While we encourage all interested performers to sign up, please note that it does not guarantee a spot. We will review all submissions and invite accepted performers to reserve a performance time via a follow-up note in-world to the SL username that you provide. We will schedule performers in the order they apply.

If you would like to perform at SL23B, please submit your application by May 18th, 2026.

Over the next few months, watch the blog for additional opportunities to participate in the SL23B celebrations, including volunteer and merchant applications.

We look forward to celebrating 23 years of Second Life with you!

Current Applications for SL23B

Exhibitors Application – Applications close on May 18, 2026Performers Application – Applications close on May 18, 2026