Timeline

Key dates for 2026. Mark your calendar and plan your project.

Submit with intention.

Submissions Open

2026-02-28T00:00:00.000Z

Begin submitting your work. Create your account early to prepare your submission materials.

Submission Deadline

2026-06-30T00:00:00.000Z

Final deadline for all entries. No late submissions will be accepted. Submit early to avoid technical issues.

Finalists Announced

2026-07-30T00:00:00.000Z

Finalists will be notified via email and announced publicly. Finalists must complete age verification.

Winners Announced

2026-08-15T00:00:00.000Z

Category winners and craft award recipients will be announced. Audience Choice voting concludes.

Important Notes

  • Judging is planned for summer with dates finalized on the Updates page as soon as scheduling is locked.
  • Dates may shift slightly based on submission volume. We will communicate any changes via email to registered participants and on our Updates page.
  • Submissions may close early if capacity is reached. We recommend submitting well before the deadline.
  • Age verification is required for all finalists. Have documentation ready when finalists are announced.
  • All times will be communicated in UTC. Convert to your local timezone accordingly.