Call to artist
The Destin Seafood Festival is seeking artwork to represent the rich history of our beloved city as the official artwork of the 48th Annual Destin Seafood Festival in September 2026.
The winning art will embody the culture of fishing, beach life, and tourism that has been the soul of our beautiful beachside community for generations.
This year we will have TWO categories artists can enter their work in:
Child (ages 7-13) & Adult (ages 14+)
$300 CASH PRIZE to the winner of each category!
Each artwork submission must be accompanied by a completed registration form.
Submission Dates: April 15, 2026 to May 15, 2026
Voting Dates: May 20, 2026 to June 10, 2026
Designs will be submitted and listed online for public voting.
Voting period opens May 20, 2026 for $5 per vote. This year we have teamed up with the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and all proceeds from the voting will be given back to them.
First name and last initial will be used while voting. All other contact info will remain private and used for internal communication for our winners only. For the Child’s category, please use students name and parents contact information.
Artwork is to be emailed to info@destinseafoodfest.com after filling out the registration form below.
Or, download the printable form and submit via mail: Destin Seafood Festival, PO Box 103, Destin, FL 32541 or drop off in person to Boathouse Oyster Bar.
Design Specs:
Back of T-Shirt: 8.5” x 11'“ (vertical)
Front of T-Shirt: Corner Pocket Design 4” x 4”
Art must display the words: “48th Annual Destin Seafood Festival” and “2026”