It’s time to dust off your instruments, get the band back together, and prove yourselves on a real stage, because Student Band is back!

Some bands are born in a garage, some in a student dorm kitchen, and some completely by accident after lectures. No matter where your story began, anyone has a shot at taking home the Student Band 2026 title…

Registration is now officially open, with more information about the competition coming soon.

❗️Important information for participants:❗️

📌 The competition consists of two stages: the demo round and the finale. Participation is free of charge.
📌 For the demo round, bands must submit two original songs, with at least one recorded as a video performance. The submission deadline is 25 August.

Submit your songs here!

📌 Based on the submitted entries, the jury will select 5 bands to advance to the finale.
📌 In the finale, each band will have 20 minutes to perform their set, which must also include a cover of a designated song. The cover song will be announced together with the list of finalists.

🏆 In addition to the grand prize, awards will also be presented for Best Vocalist, Best Instrumentalist, Best Cover Performance, and the Audience Favourite. All winners will be selected by a jury of musicians.

📌 Please note: Every band must include at least one member who is currently studying at any higher education institution in Estonia. All band members must be 18 years of age or older.