2025 Talent show

 

thank you to our wonderful sponsors for helping run & put this event on!!

Oswego School Of Rock

Fox River Music Academy

RULES and GUIDELINES:

  • The Kendall County Fair talent show is open to performers ages 7-21. Talents may

include (but not limited to) singing, dancing, instrumental music, skits, spoken word

(poetry), magic, comedy, juggling, NO LIP-SYNCHING, and other acts upon approval

of event organizers.

  • Every entrant must complete a Talent Show Participation Form, before July 29, 2025. Students who are part of a group act should submit their Participation Form as one entry. Maximum number of participants in an act is 8. Pre-designated slots are 15 minutes, with an option for 30 minute slots if requested. Acts must be no shorter than 2 minutes, and no more than their allotted slot.

  • In all cases, decisions of the judges are final and will not be open to discussion. Talent show content needs to be “family friendly” and appropriate for a family-based event. Absolutely no profanity or insensitive subject matter will be permitted. Acts are responsible for their own props and costumes, and must be appropriate for all age groups. Performance material will be reviewed by the Talent Show Committee.

  • If your act requires recorded accompanying music, the music must be Provided to the Talent Show Committee at the time of entry. Your electronic entry must be labeled with your name and song name, and in the proper format (CD, mp3, or playable on participant’s electronic device or phone). It is the participant’s responsibility to get the accompanying music back after the show. Microphones, a PA system (run by our sound company), stands, a stage drum kit, and a digital piano are available for use. All other equipment (guitars, bass, props, etc.)must be provided by performer(s), and notified/cleared on your registration form.

  • The winner is NOT expected to, but may represent Kendall County Fair at the Illinois Agricultural Fair Convention in Springfield, held in January 2026. Age of performer(s)at our event will determine the entrant’s division.

  • The Kendall County Fair and its constituents reserve the right to use photographs and video/audio recordings from the event in media, advertising, and other purposes.