Art Competitions & Exhibitions, Festivals, Art Fairs

The District Gallery in Knoxville, TN announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 14, 2025 – January 3, 2026. First, second, and third place cash awards, as well as (1) six-month gallery contract. Open to artists 18 or older. Work must be 12×12 or smaller (including frame), original in concept, and completed within the last 12 months. Entries may not have been exhibited in any previous show in Knoxville or its surrounding counties. All submitted works must be for sale. All works must be 2D (no free-standing sculptural works; wall-mounted works must be no larger than 12″ in any direction). Framed and unframed works accepted (see prospectus for requirements). Submit up to 4 works with a $30 nonrefundable application fee. Deadline: September 27, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 865-200-4452.

Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets in Orlando, Florida announces a call to artists. $6500 commission. Center team will review applications and select four finalists to create a collection consisting of ten 24″ x 36″ Painting/Digital Paintings/Photographs and four 78″ x 100″ Banners each. They will be displayed for 5-10 years at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets. No entry fee. Deadline: September 30, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 317-391-1473.

The Naples Art Institute announces a call to artists for the Naples National Art Fair, February 20-22, 2026 at Cambier Park in Naples, FL. Awards. Submissions accepted across all fine art disciplines. $39 application fee. Deadline: October 1, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 239-262-6517.

The Gilbert Center in Ruston, LA invites artists 18 years or older residing in the United States to submit entries for a juried art exhibition, November 17, 2025 – January 9, 2026. $1,250 in Cash Prizes. Juror: Sarah Nguyen, Colombia, MO. There is no specific theme for this showcase – any original work created since 2020 is welcome. All media will be considered: Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Mixed Media, Textile, Digital Art, Ceramics, 3D Works, Video (5 min max), etc. No artwork generated by artificial intelligence (AI). $12 per entry. Max 3 entries per artist. Deadline: October 6, 2025. More info. Contact: email

The Art Center of Corpus Christi, TX seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, Nov 7 – Dec 27, 2025. Best of Show: $100, 1st Place: $75, 2nd Place: $50, 3rd Place: $25. Juror: Deborah Fullerton. Artists 18 years or older, residing in the Continental U.S., may enter. Works must be original, completed within the last 2 years, and not previously shown in an Art Center exhibit. All entries must meet Art Center exhibit guidelines. Maximum size for 2D work is 72 inches in any direction, including frame. 3D work must be manageable by two people. Entry fee: $25 Members / $30 Non-Members. Deadline: October 9, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 361.884.6406.

Jag Gallery announces a call to artists for their 19th Annual Small Works exhibit, November 29, 2025 – January 4, 2026. Work will be installed at Jag’s Gallery in Key West, FL and available online. Juror’s Choice, People’s Choice, 4 Honorable Mentions. Award winners will be invited to participate in a group exhibition during the 2026 calendar year. Seeking 2 and 3D current and original work; painting, photography, sculpture/pottery, assemblage, drawing/illustration and textiles. No AI. Artwork should not exceed 10 inches, in either direction including frame if applicable. Artists must be 18 years of age to apply. $18 entry fee. Maximum of 5 entries. Deadline: October 13, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 305.407.6202.

McKinney Main Street in Texas invites artists to submit their artwork (photography or digital art) for a custom design that will be translated into a perforated metal panel on the exterior space of the new planetarium. The artist will be compensated $5,000 for the design and use of artwork. The selected finalist will work closely with city staff and metal fabricators on commissioned piece. Eligible media includes photography, illustrations, and digital art. Must be 21+ to apply. Images should clearly represent the library’s mission, “We serve our community by providing access to materials and experiences that educate, inform, and entertain.” Applications are reviewed by MAC and the City of McKinney. Accepted artists will be contacted with more information regarding contract terms, and exhibition terms. Free to apply. Deadline: October 16, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 972-547-9023.

Join us in the heart of Cajun Country for the 12th Annual Teche Plein Air Competition, a juried event celebrating the beauty, culture, and spirit of the Bayou Teche region. Paintings will be on display March 13 and 14 at Sliman Theatre in New Iberia, Louisiana. Over $12,000 in awards. Juror: Charlie Hunter. This competition invites talented plein air artists from across the world to capture the charm of Acadiana, with its vibrant southern landscapes. Open to professional and emerging plein air artists, 18 years and older. All media must be completed on-site and within the event boundaries. $45 entry fee. Deadline: November 1, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call (337)369-2300.

Artists are invited to submit entries for the Baytown Sculpture Trail, on display April 12, 2026 to March 21, 2027 outdoors in the historic downtown arts district of Baytown, TX. $1500 honorarium per accepted piece, $1500 Best of Show, $1500 People’s Choice. Seeking sculpture of any genre suited for the outdoors for a period of one year. Must be a minimum of 42 inches in either height or length. $25 for first two entries/ $18 thereafter. Deadline: November 2, 2025. More info. Contact: email

Artists worldwide are invited to apply for the Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, held February 13-15, 2026 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, FL. Awards: Best in Show, Best New Artist & Artist Choice. Eligible media: Basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. $35 application fee. Deadline: November 3, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 561-822-5440.

The Naples Art Institute announces a call to artists for the Naples Downtown Art Fair, March 21-22, 2026 at Cambier Park in Naples, FL. Awards. Submissions accepted across all fine art disciplines. $39 application fee. Deadline: November 3, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 239-262-6517.

Artists are invited to apply for the Ballyhoo Festival, held March 7 and 8, 2026 at 20110 State Park Rd in Gulf Shores, Alabama. $6000 in awards. Original fine art and crafts. 75% of booth must be original art. 25% can be prints. Oil, watercolor, acrylic, encaustic, pastel, mixed media, folk art and other forms of 2D art. Sculpture, pottery, glass sculpture, wood sculpture, metal sculpture, jewelry and other forms of 3D art. $25 application fee. Deadline: November 15, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 318-218-7673.

The Cedar Key Arts Center announces a call to artists for the annual Spring Arts Festival in Cedar Key, a juried Fine Arts and Crafts Event, held April 11-12, 2026 at Historic 2nd St. $14,000 in awards. The venue welcomes only 100 fine artists and craftsmen to keep the focus on art and allow plenty of room for artists and art enthusiasts to interact. Cedar Key, which has been named one of the top Arts Small Town Fairs in America, is nestled in the center of Florida’s Nature Coast, 60 miles SW of Gainesville. Proceeds benefit the Cedar Key Arts Center and local non-profit organizations that serve homemade goodies and local seafood in beachfront City Park, Saturday, 10am-5pm, and Sunday, 10am-4pm. $225 booth fee. Deadline: November 15, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 352-543-5400.

Taking place March 20-22, 2026 at Station No.2 in Wilmington, NC, this national juried exhibition invites artists and audiences to explore how art can be a catalyst for change. Presented by ARTnNCevents, M.A.D. showcases powerful works that confront, question, and inspire. The theme challenges artists to interpret what it means to make a difference in their own lives, in their communities, and in the world. Whether it’s choosing self-care, advocating for justice, protecting the environment, or fostering connection, this show celebrates the many ways we can take meaningful action. M.A.D. will feature artists across a range of mediums – from painting and sculpture to photography and mixed media – each telling stories of resilience, activism, growth, and vision. Proceeds from art sales will support both the artists and future community-based exhibitions. $45 entry fee. Deadline: February 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 910-508-7630.