Okaloosa County artists will have a chance to showcase their talents at an upcoming event called “Okaloosa County’s Got Talent.”
The Okaloosa Arts Alliance and DJ Zoran, in collaboration with the Hope & Restoration Tour, are hosting the contest, which includes one more open mic qualifier night hosted by DJ Zoran on Sunday, March 3.
- The event runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Sound Cafe + Enlightened Studios in downtown Fort Walton Beach.
Artists interested in performing can pre-register by emailing zoranzakary@gmail.com. The inclusive event is free and open to the public. Performances are categorized by age, with students in grades K-12 performing from 5-7 p.m. and artists 18 and older hitting the stage from 7-9 p.m.
- All manner of performing artists are welcome, including solo musicians, bands, dance groups and poets.
A panel of judges will select qualifiers from the March 3 event to advance to the final competition, which takes place Sunday, April 7. Winners will receive cash prizes and recognition.
More information is available at okaloosaarts.org. Artists and attendees can also email event organizers Zoran Zakary or Amy Baty with questions.