Competition Rules – 2026
Please read these rules before you enter.
- Entry fee is $50 per category (non-refundable). The entry form and payment are due by November 30, 2026.
- Time limit: 7 minutes for all categories.
- Awards: trophies and certificates for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. In groups over 10: 1st prize $150, 2nd $100, 3rd $50.
- Age groups: 12 & Under · 13–20 · 21 and over.
- Category limit: each participant may enter up to 4 categories.
- Filmi Songs: karaoke accompaniment only.
- Performance is a special, non-competitive showcase. Any person may enter once and perform any discipline listed in the competition. It is strictly a showcase for those who want to display their talents.
- The Academy may cancel any category when there are not enough participants. You will be notified and the entry fee for that category will be refunded.
- Judges’ decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
- To register you may either (a) enter online at the entry form and pay by card (a card processing fee of 2.9% + $0.30 applies), or (b) download the entry form, fill it out and mail it with a check payable to Aimrec, 1403 Woodcliff Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21228 – no extra fees. Entries are due by November 30, 2026.
- Questions: call (443) 631-3845 (Baltimore), visit aimfa.org, or use our contact page.