AUGUST 2–6, 2027 / LEE UNIVERSITY / CLEVELAND, TN
Junior Talent Age Statement
For the 2027 Junior Talent Competition only, we are extending the age eligibility to 7–13 years old within the calendar year (January 1–December 31) of the competition. This one-time exception is intended to accommodate 12-year-olds who would have otherwise missed their final opportunity to compete due to the transition in our competition schedule.
Following the 2027 competition, age eligibility will return to the standard 7–12 years old within the calendar year of the Junior Talent Competition.
BELOW YOU WILL FIND THE FREE, UPDATED 2027 JUNIOR TALENT COMPETITION MANUALS.
This year’s manuals include important updates, modified categories, and clarifications to several competition guidelines. We encourage all participants, parents, and ministry leaders to download and carefully review the General Participation Manual, along with the individual manuals for each division in which they plan to participate.
CLICK ON YOUR DIVISION DOWNLOAD LINK TO VIEW AND DOWNLOAD ITS MANUAL.
FAQs
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What is the refund policy?
Junior Talent registration fees are non-refundable due to preparations required for this event based on registration numbers at the registration deadline. However, if an extenuating circumstance exists such as illness or death in family, a request for partial-refund may be submitted. The written request should be sent to jbrockman@churchofgod.org no later than August 1, 2027. The request will then be submitted for review and a decision will be made based on the circumstance..
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What does a Multimedia presentation look like?
During a multimedia presentation, the participant should simply use the Project Information Sheet to explain to the adjudicators how and why the project was created, while using their personal laptop or device to cast their digital project on the available screen. Following this, the adjudicators may ask questions to better understand or clarify.
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If a participant is in the wrong category, will he/she be moved to the correct category?
Unfortunately, participants cannot be moved to other categories at the International Competition. If you feel you are in the wrong category prior to registration, please contact your state/regional director.
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Can my child change his/her piece after state/regional competition and before international competition?
Yes. So long as the general idea/theme of the piece remains the same, changes can be made to improve the piece based on the participant’s or adjudicators’ discretion/comments.
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Does my Artwork have to be framed?
Any flat artwork needs to be framed and hanging fixtures need to be affixed to the back for display in the Art Gallery.
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How much is the Junior Talent T-Shirt?
The Junior Talent T-Shirt is $25. Other commemorative merchandise products will also be sold.