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San Diego’s Got Talent

The information below is from the 2019 Fair, and it will give you an idea of what to expect in 2020. Please check back soon!

Your talent can win a cash prize!

If you’ve got talent and you’re aged 8 to 17, then come wow the judges in the San Diego’s Got Talent contest and you could take home the $1,000 first prize!
This is a new contest for 2019. It replaces the In The Spotlight contest, which was for singers only. This new contest is for all kinds of performing talent!

2019 Results

Teen Division

First place – Allie James
Second place – Asher DeVito
Third place – Eliana Cortes

Finalists:

  • Kennedy Chism
  • Jolina Michelle
  • Yadav Shrivas
  • Caroline Salel
  • Harley Rae Luallen
  • Lia Zheng
  • Faith Estrada

Youth Division

First place – Genise Elly Sarino
Second place – Emerald Gordon
Third place – Jennifer Lisa Pan

Finalists:

  • Francesca Boisse Torres
  • Sydney Hagler
  • Lizzie Hinrichs
  • Sarai Letuli
  • Daniela Lopez
  • Ella Engelberg
  • Ava Mendoza

Entry Information

Entry deadline: Entries are now closed for this competition.
Final round performances at the Fair: Saturday, June 29, 2019 on the San Diego Showcase Stage. The youth division will start at 2:00PM, followed by the teen division at 3:30PM.

Dates and venue subject to change.

Rules & Regulations
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The Fine Print

Got questions? You may find the answer here.

Who's eligible?

Youth and teens, ages 8 to 17 (as of May 31, 2019), who reside in the United States. The Youth Division is for ages 8 to 12, and the Teen Division is for ages 13 to 17.

Please see the Rules and Regulations for additional eligibility requirements.

What can I win?

Cash, trophies and bragging rights! Winners of each division get $1,000; second place gets $500; and third place gets $250.

How does the contest work?

Entrants submit links to their performances via YouTube or SoundCloud. Please see the Rules & Regulations for specific information regarding these performance videos.

Can I enter more than one video?

Yes you can; however, please note that we ask for two different videos/sound clips which will be used for our online preliminary round. Please make sure that any media uploaded on the application works properly.

Can I start the application process and save it to finish later?

No. Because of the restraints of the online form, you must complete the application in the same sitting. Be sure to have your YouTube/SoundCloud link and payment information ready upon starting the application.

Will you confirm my application?

Yes, you will be sent an initial confirmation of your application. If you do not receive this, it could mean there was a problem with your application. Get in touch with us if you haven’t received confirmation two weeks after your submission.

How are finalists chosen?

Once the application deadline has passed, we will have a Selection Committee review all applications and the top contestants will be chosen to compete at the live round. We will contact finalists with additional information and a place to upload a bio that will be used by our Master of Ceremonies at the final round.

Need help?

Get in touch online or call us at (858) 792-4259.

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