Event Details:

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Location:  Donald M. Gay Performing Arts Center at Edward Little High School, 77 Harris Street, Auburn
Showtime: 7:00 pm

Special Performance by our lead judge and American Idol finalist Julia Gagnon!

About the Event:

Maine’s Got Talent is a premier music competition showcasing the incredible talent of local Maine musicians. This annual fundraiser supports Andwell’s pediatric program and services. The winner of Maine’s Got Talent, determined 50% by audience score and 50% celebrity judges’ vote, takes home $1,000, second place gets $750, and third place gets $500.

What to Expect:

• A diverse lineup of talented performers across all musical genres
• See Julia Gagnon perform and judge our amazing Maine talent
• Opportunities to support a great cause

Get Involved:

Buy Tickets:  Tickets coming soon!
Donate:  Donate – Andwell Health Partners
Sponsor: Interested in sponsoring this event? Email Kristen Filbeck at kristen.filbeck@andwell.org to learn more.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Come and support your favorite local artists all while contributing to a wonderful cause. We look forward to seeing you there.

Open Auditions

Do you have what it takes to be Maine’s next big star? We are holding open auditions for Maine’s Got Talent 2026!

Our search is underway for Maine’s top talent. To compete, you must be a performing artist who lives in Maine, including out-of-state students attending Maine schools. All content must be family friendly. Audition length must be no more than 3-5 minutes. (Performance pieces the night of the event must not be longer than 3 minutes in length)

Join us at one of the locations listed below to audition for a chance to compete. Please bring all equipment necessary for your audition, including your music selection on a flash drive if needed.

Can’t attend an open audition? Don’t worry, you can submit a video audition via Messenger to the Maine’s Got Talent Facebook page no later than 12:00 pm on Friday, March 20. Video submissions after this time will not be considered.

Eight finalists and two alternates will be selected and notified by Monday, March 23rd. All finalists and alternates must attend an informational meeting at Andwell Health Partners, located at 15 Strawberry Avenue in Lewiston on Saturday, April 4 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm..

Special Room Block Rate for Maine’s Got Talent 2026 Attendees!

We are excited to offer a special room block rate at the Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch for attendees of Maine’s Got Talent 2026. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and convenient access to the event.

Hotel Details:

Location: Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, 14 Great Falls Plaza, Auburn, ME 04210
Special Rate: $170.00
Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=LEWAHGI&groupCode=908&arrivald…

Book your stay today and make the most of your Maine’s Got Talent experience!

Thank You to our Sponsors!

A special thank you to Maine Community Bank for their generous support as our title sponsor. Your contribution helps make this event possible and supports our mission.