2026 Hot August Competition
August 7-8 | Each Entry $50HOW tO ENTERYou must be a member of the West Coast Country Music Association (WCCMA) to enter the competition. We are excited to offer multiple genres, age brackets and categories to include everyone in our country, gospel and bluegrass loving community.
❋ Inclusive Age bracketsFrom age three to our older folks, we’ve got brackets to keep the competition fair and fun.
❋ Multiple GenresWe’ve got New Country, Traditional Country, New Gospel, Traditional Gospel, Bluegrass, Intrumental, Dance and Songwriting
TIMELINECompetition Deadlines & Times
Prior to the competition, you will receive an email with your time slot. Please arrive one hour before your slot.
Earlybird RegistrationEnds June 30
Competition KickoffAugust 7th at 9AM
Competition EndAugust 8th at 6PM
Award ShowAugust 9th at 4:30PM
Hot August Award Show
4:30PM-
August 9th, 2026
Location TBD
Join us for a night of celebration as we announce the winners of our 2026 Hot August Competition. NOTE: Competitors entry into the award show is free. Tickets for guests are $10
FAQs-
Timeslots for each entry are 5 minutes.
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Please limit your performance to one song.
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Tracks can be emailed or brought on personal devices. Your track must be downloaded on your device. No streaming allowed.
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Please bring your instrument and the cable to connect to our sound system.
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Reschedules are possible. Please send your preferred date and a three-hour window to fit your specific needs.
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You are not required to be there for the entire competition, but it is encouraged to be an active member of the audience. Community support is the backbone of our competition.
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You are welcome to enter as many categories as you’d like! We look forward to watching and listening to you!