OZOKUCON IDOL
Friday, August 29th 5-7pm
Ballroom B
Now is the time to SING FOR YOUR LIFE! Ozokucon is proud to introduce our debut singing competition, Ozokucon Idol! Put your vocals to the test to battle for the crown in front of an esteemed panel of industry professionals as you compete against other vocalists.
SKILL DIVISIONS:
[FALSETTO]
+ Ages 12 and Under
[ALLEGRETTO]
+ Ages 13-17
[CRESCENDO]
+ Ages 18 and Up
COMPETITION RULES:
- This contest is open to all attendees of Ozokucon with an event badge or wristband.
- No separate entries from the same person.
- There is a limit quantity of entries.
- Individual entries are limited to one person.
- All contestants must fill out the entry form.
- IF IN COSPLAY: All costumes must be PG-13 or less. Nudity and risqué costumes are not allowed.
- Bad behavior of any kind is not allowed. This includes, but is not limited to: trash talking, sabotage, poor sportsmanship, and bullying (in person or online). Improper behavior will get you removed from the competition and possibly the convention.
- No harmful or potentially harmful materials are allowed. This includes, but is not limited to: water, cigarettes, flames, fireworks or sparklers, smoke, silly string, confetti, and any other substance that can be fired, launched, or dropped.
- Cosplay is NOT consent! Taking photos of other contestants while in line and/or backstage without consent is not allowed. Inappropriately touching or speaking to other contestants is not allowed and will result in disqualification and possible expulsion from the convention.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- The DJ will use the submitted link for your backing track - changes to your song entry or track are due by Thursday, August 28 11:59pm EST - all submission are final by Thursday, August 28 11:59pm EST - changes can be submitted to ozokucon@gmail.com
- Contestants who register online will receive a confirmation email with their contestant number and prejudging information once their entry has been processed, which can take up to 48 hours.
- Once at the convention, contestants should check in at the Information Booth. This can be done at any time before the contest while the booth is open.
- Every contestant will be photographed by an Ozokucon photographer before meeting with the judges.
- All contestants must be at the Main Stage for line-up at least 45 minutes prior to the start time as listed on the official Ozokucon schedule (or the provided updated time if applicable). Arrivals any time later than this may not be accommodated and may result in disqualification.
- Anyone not present for the awards ceremony will be disqualified and will not receive the award if chosen.
PRIZES:
[FALSETTO] CHAMPION:
- $100 Cash Prize
- 3-Day Weekend Badge for Ozokucon 2026
[ALLEGRETTO] CHAMPION:
- $100 Cash Prize
3-Day Weekend Badge for Ozokucon 2026
[CRESCENDO] CHAMPION:
- $100 Cash Prize
3-Day Weekend Badge for Ozokucon 2026
JUDGE'S CHOICE:
- Ribbons awarded to hand-selected contestants by the panel
If you have any questions, please email us at ozokucon@gmail.com.
