The Voice of Grove City
Where local talent becomes legendThe Winners Circle
This year the Voice takes a different shape. Past champions return to the Heartland Stage to perform, joined by several of the judges who chose them.
Stage times are listed in the 2026 Arts in the Alley program guide.
Later that evening
Saturday, September 19 | 6 PM to 8 PMCountry singer and songwriter Lee Gantt plays Saturday night. Come for the concert, enjoy our concessions and food trucks, and visit more than 100 art vendors.
Entertainment sponsor: Visit Grove CityWhere to find us
The Heartland Stage sits in Town Center Park during Arts in the Alley, September 18 to 20, 2026.
About the competition
You’ll cheer. You’ll dance. You might even cry.
Each year, the Heartland Stage is filled with energy as the region’s most powerful voices rise to the occasion. Contestants battle it out live on the Heartland Stage during Arts in the Alley.
Finalists are hand-picked by our expert judges from over 40 video auditions, then perform live before thousands. One will rise above the rest. And the audience? They get to crown the $500 BeLocal People’s Choice winner too!
Now celebrating 7 unforgettable years, this isn’t just a competition, it’s a community celebration of passion, purpose, and pure artistic talent.
Come support the stars of tomorrow and experience unforgettable sounds and mesmerizing moments in the Heart of Grove City like never before.
2025 Voice of Grove City results
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