K-POP CONTEST · 케이팝 콘테스트

Korean Cultural Heritage Festival K-Pop Contest 2026

Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2026 K-Pop Contest at the Korean Cultural Heritage Festival. Please read the following information carefully before submitting your application.

PRELIMINARY ROUND · 예선

Video Submission

APPLICATION DEADLINETuesday, June 30, 2026

To enter the contest, please complete the application form below and submit a video link showcasing your performance.

Finalists will be notified individually via email on Friday, July 3, 2026.

FINAL ROUND · 본선

Live Performance

All finalists must be available on the specified date and time. Performance order and assigned time slots will be determined by the organizing committee and shared individually with each finalist.

PRIZES · 시상

Grand Prize
$ 1150
1st Place
$ 789
2nd Place
$ 595
3rd Place
$ 364

The Grand Prize winner will be invited to return as a guest performer at next year’s Korean Cultural Heritage Festival.

JUDGING CRITERIA · 심사 기준

How Performances Are Evaluated

Participants will be evaluated based on the following five categories (Total Score: 10 points).

4 points

Choreography / Vocal Skills

For dance: precision of movements, creativity, and choreography quality. For vocal: pitch accuracy, vocal control, and emotional expression.

3 points

Stage Presence & Energy

Confidence, charisma, facial expressions, and audience engagement.

1.5 points

Synchronization / Teamwork

Timing, coordination, and harmony among group members.

1 points

Creativity & Overall Impact

Originality, creativity, and the lasting impression of the performance.

0.5 points

Costume & Styling

Outfits should be appropriate and aligned with the performance concept.

APPLY NOW · 신청하기

2026 K-Pop Contest Application

July 18 (Sat), 2026 · Swangard Stadium, Burnaby

K-Pop Contest