Cove’s Got Talent
2025 Talent Show
Celebrating 4 Years of Talent & Giving
Show off your star power and compete to win $2,500. Cove’s Got Talent returns for a fourth year in 2025. Sing, dance, or leave the audience laughing for a shot at the grand prize this March in Florida.
Cove’s Got Talent celebrates the biggest talents within Cove Communities. The annual show also raises money for DAV (Disabled American Veterans) bringing in more than $300,000 since the start of CGT.
Preliminary talent show competitions start in January.
Winners from the preliminary competitions will compete at the Cove’s Got Talent Finale in March 2025.
HOW TO ENTER
Cove’s Got Talent Finale Tickets
Reserve your seat for the Cove’s Got Talent Finale on March 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm in Lakeland, Florida. All tickets include lunch.
Print a copy of the ticket or use the mobile ticket on your phone for entry into the show.
How to Enter
Start your Cove’s Got Talent journey by entering your CGT Community Competition. These competitions start in January 2025.
Check with your Community Lifestyle Manager for details.
Who is Eligible
Jaw-dropping singers, mesmerizing dancers, inspiring comedians, or anyone with a family-friendly talent are welcome.
Contestants must be residents within a Cove Community or have stayed at a Cove Communities RV park or resort as guests during the 2024-2025 season. Contests must be 18+.
What’s Required
All contestants must complete a liability waiver and register for their CGT Community Competition.
Preliminary Prizes
Performers who win their community competition each receive $300.
Winners are also invited to perform in the Cove’s Got Talent Finale in March.
Finale Prizes
1st Place – $2,500
2nd Place – $1,000
3rd Place – $500
Community Preliminary Competitions
Represent your community at Cove’s Got Talent by first competing in your local talent show. Contact your Community Lifestyle Manager or the local organizer listed below to enter.
| COMMUNITY | DATE | SHOW TIME | ORGANIZER |
| Blueway RV Park | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 7:00 pm | Kristine Beaver |
| Camelot East Village | Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 2:00 pm | Alyssa Brooks |
| Camelot Lakes Village | Thursday, Feb. 13 | 6:30 pm | Elaine Chamard |
| Cypress Lakes Village | Friday, Jan. 24 | Noon | Makenna Flemming |
| Holiday RV Park | Friday, Feb. 7 | 7:00 pm | Jessica Smith |
| Oak Harbor RV Park | Thursday, Jan. 30 | 2:00 pm | Mel McSwain |
| River Vista RV Park | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 7:00 pm | Delilah Lofton |
| Rolling Greens Village | Wednesday, Feb. 12 (UPDATE) | 4:30 pm | Rachelle King |
| Sun Valley | Saturday, Feb. 1 | 1:00 pm | Flip Leclair |
| The Waters | Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 7:00 pm |
Frances Johnson
1st Place
Watch tap dancer Frances Johnson’s winning performance to Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars. Johnson, a Cypress Lakes Village resident, placed third the year before. The self-taught dancer learned to tap by watching YouTube videos.
Danny Insley
2nd Place
Listen to singer Danny Insley turn a modern hit into an award-wining performance. Insley sang “Save Me” by Jelly Roll. He qualified for Cove’s Got Talent by competing at Holiday RV Park.
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Off Our Rockers
3rd Place
Watch the ladies from Rolling Greens Village dance their way into third place. Members of Off Our Rockers dance team range from 55 to 82 and perform at events throughout Ocala, Florida.
Learn moreMore than a Talent Show
Raising Money for Veterans
Cove’s Got Talent is proud to raise money each year for DAV.
Many residents and guests within our communities are veterans which makes supporting those who served an important part of the Cove culture. Individual Florida retirement communities raise money each year for DAV with benefits, silent auctions, and fundraisers.
COMMUNITY SUPPORTThe goal in 2025 is to raise $100,000 for DAV through your generous donations, Cove Communities contributions, and CGT sponsorships.
All donations and sponsorships directly benefit DAV.
Become a sponsor by emailing info@covecommunities.com.
DONATE TO DAV
About DAV
DAV, which stands for Disabled American Veterans, is a non-profit organization that provides support to more than 1,000,000 veterans and advocates for their rights. Their mission is to help veterans lead high-quality lives with dignity and respect.
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How to Watch Cove's Got Talent Finale
Watch the live finale of Cove’s Got Talent in-person or online. Tickets for the live show are available now.
Tickets: $6.58, includes lunch
When: Wed., March 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Where:
Cypress Lakes Village
10000 US Hwy 98 N.
Lakeland, FL 33809
Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance.
Maia Millard
Winner
Song – Don’t Stop Believing by Journey
Tap to watch the entire performance.
Maia wowed the judges with an acoustic performance and will be representing Point Sebago at the Cove’s Got Talent Finale in March.
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