2026 POSTER DESIGN CONTEST

🎨 Calling All Artists & Designers!

Enter the 2026 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Graphic Design Contest!

We're looking for a bold, original design to represent the 2026 Colorado Dragon Boat Festival — one of the largest pan-Asian celebrations in the Rocky Mountain region!

Your artwork could be featured on our official posters, merchandise, and promotional materials!

🖌 Design Must Include:

• COLORADO DRAGON BOAT

• Dates: TBD, (please leave a space for this info)

• Location: Sloan’s Lake Park, Denver, Colorado

• Website: www.cdbf.org

• Theme: Year of the Fire Horse

📁 Print Sizes: Must work in both 18"x24" and 11"x17" formats.

🎨 Two Categories:

• Original Art

• AI-Assisted Art (AI use must be disclosed - this includes Canva)

🏆 Designs will be judged on:

• Creativity

• Technical Skill

• Visual Impact

• Relevance to Theme

• Communication & Clarity