The City of Sequim will be hosting the city’s first ever community talent show and competition during the upcoming 2026 Sequim Sunshine Festival.  Whether you sing, dance, juggle, or dazzle in your own way, step into the spotlight at our first-ever community talent show on March 7! Amateur performers of all ages are welcome. Auditions are on Saturday, January 24, at the Guy Cole Center. All auditionees must submit an application by Monday, January 19. 

Shine On, Sequim! will be an amateur talent competition that will be held on Saturday, March 7, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. during the Sequim Sunshine Festival.  It’s an opportunity to watch your friends and neighbors and vote for your favorite performers.

Selected acts will perform live on the festival stage inside a heated tent.  Audience members will vote for their favorite youth and adult performances, with prizes awarded.

• All auditionees MUST register in advance.
• Walk-ins will NOT be accepted.
• You may NOT just show up to audition.
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 Audition applications must be submitted by Sunday, January 12, 2026, to be considered.  Audition times will be assigned to applicants.

Who Can Audition?

• Youth and adults
• Solo or group acts
• Amateur performer only (must not earn income from performing)
• Acts must be appropriate for a family audience
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Selection Process

• Eligible auditionees will be randomly selected within the youth and adult categories
• Selected acts will perform at the Sequim Sunshine Festival on March 7