Days
Hours

August 28 - September 7, 2026

Showcase your art talents in our Amateur Art Department for individuals 18 years of age and younger! Art must be original in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, jewelry, and more! Have fun, be creative, and enter to win.

In-person entry registration Office Hours 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays between June 15th and July 22nd.

 

In-person entry registration will be in the General Entry & Fine Arts office in the Northeast corner of the Palace of Agriculture.  

2026 Amateur Art Important Dates

June 15
Entry Registration Opens
July 22
Entry Form & Fee Deadline
August 2 & 3 (Sunday & Monday), 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Entry Drop-off, Creative Arts Building
August 31 at 5:00 pm
Judging Results Posted Online
September 9, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Entry Pick-up

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