DWNTWN IDOL

Want to be the 2025 DWNTWN IDOL?

Win $500 cash, a trophy, additional community performance opportunities, a photoshoot complete with makeup done by a makeup artist, an overnight stay at the Courtyard by Marriott,  and bragging rights as Muncie’s top performer! 

How to Compete

NEW THIS YEAR: Two Chances to Qualify for the Crown!

All performances are karaoke-style (vocals only – no live instrumental accompaniment). 

Questions? Contact cheryl@downtownmuncie.org

Round 1 Selection

  • Congrats to the Round 1 finalists who earned their spot in the Finale!

  • Stage Sponsored by Ball State University

    • Dallas Anderson, Lauren Ayres, Amber Byrd, Kou Mafatau, Olivia Nethercutt, India Potter, and Bianca Sulanke

Round 2 Selection

  • Congrats to the Round 2 finalists who earned their spot in the Finale!

  • Round 2 Sponsored by First Merchants Bank

    • Alex Ixcuna, Alta Hyatt, Ankhora Ryan, Bella See, Brittany Havlin, Eleanor Martin, Emmalee Fleming, Jordan Sanchez, Kyle Ivy, Layton Martin, Lydia Jade, Shelby Crouse, Tyler Williams

Finale

  • Finalists Perform: ArtsWalk (October 2)

    • 6pm on the Canan Commons Stage

    • Stage Sponsored by Ball State University

  • Winner is chosen!