What talents are welcome?

All of them — singing, music, comedy, dance, dramatic arts and more.

Is the entry fee refundable?

No, entry fees are non-refundable.

What if my submission isn't appropriate?

Submissions containing excessive vulgarity, nudity or acts of protest will not be accepted, and the entry fee will be forfeited.

Where is the event held?

At the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre (CICC). 416 1 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 0B4

CALGARY ITALIAN CULTURAL CENTRE PRESENTS

Calgary Italians Got Talent

Q: Who can audition?

CICC members and their immediate family — a parent, sibling or grandparent must be a CICC member.

Passion. Talent. Heritage. One Stage.

Do you sing in the shower?
Does Nonna make you dance at weddings?
This is your moment. Join Calgary's Italian community for a night of talent, laughter and pride — three rounds, one stage, one champion.

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THE PROGRAM

Three Rounds.
One Community. One Champion.

Calgary Italians Got Talent brings together singers, dancers, comedians and every kind of performer for a “Canada's Got Talent”-style competition — with a Calgary Italian twist.

All skill levels welcome. This is about celebrating who we are, together.

Feb 27: 1st Round — February 27, 1:00–4:00 PM
Mar 20: Semi-Finals — March 20, 1:00–4:00 PM
Apr 30: Finals — April 30, 6:00–10:00 PM

🎟️ **Admission includes:** 🍕 gourmet pizza **or** 🌭 Italian sausage + 🍺 beer **or** 🍷 wine — **Book now, seats are limited!**

GET YOUR TICKETS

A Night Out, Italian-Style

Every ticket includes admission to the show, plus your choice of a gourmet pizza slice or Italian sausage on a bun, and a beer or glass of wine. Good food, good wine, great talent — that's amore.

1st Round: 1st Round — CICC Members $25 / Guests $35
Semi-Finals: Semi-Finals — CICC Members $35 / Guests $45
Finals: Finals — CICC Members $50 / Guests $60

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WHAT'S AT STAKE

Win Big, Calgary
Italian Style

Three finalists walk away with real prizes — and the title of Calgary Italians Got Talent Champion.

🥇 1st Place

$1,000 cash

🥈 2nd Place

$250 Sorelle / La Cantina gift card

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🥉 3rd Place

$100 Sorelle / La Cantina gift card

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GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently Asked Questions

ENTER THE SHOW

Your Moment. Your Stage. Your Community.

Singing, dancing, comedy, dramatic arts — if you've got a talent, we want to see it. Auditions are open to CICC members and their immediate family (a parent, sibling or grandparent must be a CICC member).

How to Enter

Record a 1–3 minute video of your talent.
Make sure you're well-lit, clearly visible, and easy to hear.
Start your video with your name, your talent and your contact info.
Keep your file under 300 MB.
Name your file NAME_ItaliansGotTalent_SelfTape.
Upload it below before the deadline.
Entry fee: CICC Members $15 / Non-Members $25 (non-refundable). Submissions containing excessive vulgarity, nudity or acts of protest will not be accepted, and the entry fee will be forfeited.

Deadline: December 15, 2026 — no exceptions. Selected contestants will be notified by the end of December and will perform live at the First Round Auditions in October 2026 (date TBD) at the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre.

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