Band submissions are now closed.
Thank you to all the bands that submitted an application! Final decisions will be made soon. Stay tuned!
GRIMSBY IDOL IS BACK!
This is your chance to take the main stage, perform in front of a live crowd, and be part of one of Grimsby’s biggest weekends of the year. NEW THIS YEAR → ALL AGES are welcome to apply (12+ years old).
- Top 10 perform ahead of the festival where our panel of judges will vote in the top 5
- Top 5 perform on the main stage the evening of June 19, 2026 where the public votes for the winner
- Winner will sing an encore number and win a $500 Long & McQuade gift card
Application deadline: April 1, 2026
Important: Before applying please understand that you must be available for TWO key dates: Saturday May 9 from 1-5pm for the TOP 10 Showdown & Friday June 19 from 4:30pm-7pm
Special thank you to the FORT Youth Centre for collaborating with us and supporting this initiative for another year!
vendors
Applications for our 2026 market will open soon. Stay tuned!
Questions?
Email: vendors@happeningingrimsby.ca
Sponsors
Partner with us this year.
Get in touch!
Email: marketing@happeningingrimsby.ca
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