Korean Cultural Heritage Festival K-PopContest 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.
YouTube links are accepted. Video file attachments will not be accepted.
The submitted video must be identical to the performance you will present in the final round. If the final performance differs significantly, your finalist status may be revoked.
Video Duration: 1–2 minutes. The video must include the chorus or climax section of the song.
Finalists will be notified individually via email on Friday, July 3, 2026.
FINAL ROUND · 본선
Live Performance
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Swangard Stadium, Burnaby
Performance Duration: Must not exceed 5 minutes
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.