2026 Idol Fest

Are you an idol or have a group?

Sign up for OUr 2026 Idol FEstival!

Please be sure to read through all rules and policies below before applying!

Applications will close on 11/8/2025 @ 11:59 PM EST

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IDOL FEST RULES

1. All applications must be submitted via this google form by Saturday, November 8, 2025 11:59 PM EST. Any application submitted after this deadline will not be considered. 

3. The 2026 Isshocon Idol Festival is a diverse showcasing of talent and we welcome applications from performers including but not limited to J-pop, K-pop, C-pop, Western pop, and much more!

4. In the interest of providing a safe stage for our performers, the maximum number of people that will be accepted into a group will be 5 members. No group member can be added that is not listed on this application.

5. All performances will be allotted a maximum of 10 minutes. Media for performances will be submitted at a to be determined date for review. Sets exceeding the allowed maximum time will be returned for revision. Failure to comply with the guidelines after resubmitting media will result in removal from the event.

6. The theme for this year will be Yokai. Please plan to include songs in your set that relate to the theme in some way!

7. Submitting an application is not a guarantee for participating in this event. Spots for the event are limited and all applications will be reviewed. Hopeful acts will receive notification on the status of their application by November 15, 2025. Applicants that are not selected in the initial acceptance will be placed on a wait list in the event that another act drops from the event.

8. Selected groups will be provided a badge for the members in their group for their participation in the 2026 Isshocon Idol Festival.