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National Anthem Audition

2025 National Anthem Auditions

The New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo is proud to announce the 2025 National Anthem Auditions. We are accepting virtual and in-person auditions.

Eight selected winners will perform the National Anthem for the 2025 New Mexico State Fair concert/rodeo series.

Monday, July 28th: ALL Application & Virtual Auditions Deadline
Wednesday, July 30th: In-Person Audition Day @ African American Pavilion Auditions will be held 6:00pm - 8:00pm

The performers must be willing and able to perform publicly at the New Mexico State Fair, September 4 – 14, 2025.

Individuals or groups of all ages can audition; performing groups may not have more than 4 members. In-Person Audition and Event Performances - Expo will provide one microphone on one boom stand.

A panel of judges selected by the New Mexico State Fair will review all eligible entries according to the following criteria: Overall Appeal of Performance, Accuracy of Lyrics, and Accuracy of Melody.

Each winner will receive two (2) tickets to the New Mexico State Fair on September 4-14, 2025, on the day for which they are performing at the rodeo/concert.

National Anthem Audition Application

If you are interested in auditioning to sing the National Anthem at a New Mexico State Fair rodeo/concert, please fill out the form below.

You may apply to audition in person at the NMSF African American Pavilion at the Fairgrounds on Wednesday, July 30th, OR submit a pre-recorded audition video using the space provided below. All pre-recorded video submissions must be received by Monday, July 28th by 11:59 pm.

If you have questions, contact Jesse Hernandez at jesse.hernandez@expo.nm.gov
If under 18 years of age
Have you ever performed at the New Mexico State Fair?
location and year
(If Applicable)
Please copy and paste the link to your video entry
I agree to the Rules and Guidelines (attached above)


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