Do you have a talent that deserves the spotlight? Here’s your chance to show off what you’ve got! Whether you sing, dance, play an instrument, or perform spoken word, the Good in the Hood Talent Show is your stage to shine. We’re looking for performers from Portland, OR, and surrounding areas, to compete for amazing prizes and the chance to perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival! Submit your video, show us your best, and you could be one of our Top 3 finalists! Ready to step into the spotlight? Let’s see what you’ve got!
Rules and Guidelines:
Eligibility:
We have decided to open our applications to all ages!
Must be a resident of Portland, OR, or nearby area.
Performances can include singing, dancing, instruments, poetry, or other talents.
Group performances are allowed
All applicants must submit a completed application form. For groups, only one application is required, but the application must list all members.
How to Submit Your Video:
Submit a video of your performance (max 3 minutes) by April 20, 2025.
Videos must be family-friendly—no offensive language or content.
Upload your video to Youtube as unlisted (unless you prefer it to be public) and add it to your application or email it directly to hello@goodnthehood.org
Selection Process:
A panel of judges will select the Top 10 finalists, and the community will vote to narrow them down to the top 3.
Voting will be held from April 20, 2025 - April 30, 2025.
Finalists will be notified by May 1, 2025 and invited to perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival.
Final Performance:
The Top 3 finalists from each age group will perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival on June 28-29, 2025.
Performances should not exceed 5 minutes.
A panel of judges at the festival will select the final winner.
General Rules:
All performances must be family-friendly.
By submitting, contestants agree to the use of their videos for promotional purposes.
Contestants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event.
Prizes:
Top 3 winners will receive cash prizes and a spot to perform their talent at Good in the Hood 2025!
About This Event
Do you have a talent that deserves the spotlight? Here’s your chance to show off what you’ve got! Whether you sing, dance, play an instrument, or perform spoken word, the Good in the Hood Talent Show is your stage to shine. We’re looking for performers from Portland, OR, and surrounding areas, to compete for amazing prizes and the chance to perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival! Submit your video, show us your best, and you could be one of our Top 3 finalists! Ready to step into the spotlight? Let’s see what you’ve got!
Rules and Guidelines:
Eligibility:
We have decided to open our applications to all ages!
Must be a resident of Portland, OR, or nearby area.
Performances can include singing, dancing, instruments, poetry, or other talents.
Group performances are allowed
All applicants must submit a completed application form. For groups, only one application is required, but the application must list all members.
How to Submit Your Video:
Submit a video of your performance (max 3 minutes) by April 20, 2025.
Videos must be family-friendly—no offensive language or content.
Upload your video to Youtube as unlisted (unless you prefer it to be public) and add it to your application or email it directly to hello@goodnthehood.org
Selection Process:
A panel of judges will select the Top 10 finalists, and the community will vote to narrow them down to the top 3.
Voting will be held from April 20, 2025 - April 30, 2025.
Finalists will be notified by May 1, 2025 and invited to perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival.
Final Performance:
The Top 3 finalists from each age group will perform live at the Good in the Hood Festival on June 28-29, 2025.
Performances should not exceed 5 minutes.
A panel of judges at the festival will select the final winner.
General Rules:
All performances must be family-friendly.
By submitting, contestants agree to the use of their videos for promotional purposes.
Contestants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event.
Prizes:
Top 3 winners will receive cash prizes and a spot to perform their talent at Good in the Hood 2025!
