Bands must acknowledge and accept the following to participate:
- If a performer is below the age of 18, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- Every member of the band is expected to be present for the sound check on Saturday, April 25, between 4 PM and 6:45 PM.
- Set lists need to be reviewed and approved by the staff, and they should not contain any explicit lyrics.
- Prior to being accepted into the competition, all band members are obligated to meet with the staff. During this meeting, they will be given a tour of the venue and discuss instrumentation.