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The Lynnwood Arts Commission and Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Foundation proudly present Lynnwood Idol 2026, a solo singing competition open to students living in or attending school within the Edmonds School District boundaries. Singers will compete in one of two categories: Grades K–5 and Grades 6–12. The competition is free to enter, and each winner will receive a $500 prize from the Lynnwood Parks & Recreation Foundation and the opportunity to perform at Lynnwood CELEBRATE! Each runner-up will receive a $250 prize from Art Walk Edmonds.​

Key Dates:

• April 30, 2026 – Deadline to apply and submit video
• May 15, 2026 – Finalists announced (10 per age category)
• May 31, 2026 – In-person Finals audition / competition
• June 26, 2026, 6–9 PM – Winners perform at Lynnwood CELEBRATE!

Audition Process:

Judging will take place in two rounds. The first round will be based on online video submissions, and the second round will be an in-person Finals audition. The Lynnwood Arts Commission will select 10 finalists and 2 alternates per age category, and a panel of judges with music and performance backgrounds will choose 1 winner and 1 runner-up from each category. To remain eligible, singers must be available for both the May 31 Finals audition and the June 26 performance.

The Finals audition will be held on May 31 at the Edmonds College Black Box Theatre and is open and free for the public to attend. Free parking will be available in Lots O & P. The K–5 category will begin with sound check from 11:15–11:45 AM, followed by performances at 12:00 PM and winner announcement at 1:30 PM. The Grades 6–12 category will have sound check from 2:15–2:45 PM, performances at 3:00 PM, and winner announcement at 4:30 PM.

Performance Guidelines:

• Songs may be from any genre, including classical, Broadway, country, jazz, rock, or pop, but must be appropriate for the event.
• The same song must be used for the video audition, Finals, and final performance.
• Songs are limited to 2 minutes maximum.
• Singers may perform with a recorded backing track or accompany themselves, but a cappella performances are not allowed.
• Only one microphone will be provided during Finals.

Additional Opportunities:

• Between May 15 and May 30, finalists may schedule a free coaching session with a professional singer to help prepare for the Finals. The Idol Committee may also assist with finding backing tracks if needed.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted by before or on April 30, 2026 through the official online form listed in the Lynnwood Idol 2026 information sheet at https://us.openforms.com/Form/39ee0d73-2180-4e22-b29a-b691de9a00b6​

For more information, refer to the official Lynnwood Idol 2026 info PDF:  https://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/4/parks-recreation-and-cultural-arts/arts-culture-and-heritage/lynnwood-idol-2026-info.pdf